The time is coming! The weather will soon be warm, the days will be long, and children will be happy, free, bored, and wild; possibly all...

The days are getting longer and I can hear more birds chirping outside each morning! Little do the birds know that we probably have at...

What a wonderful time of year to reflect back on the year previous and practice gratitude for all that we had throughout the year! As...

This month, the Raise Montana team has spent time talking about and learning how to have a culturally inclusive and responsive holiday...

Every October, Montana holds the state Early Childhood Education Conference in partnership with the National Association for the...

I recently came across a book that really moved me. It was short, sweet, simple, and fun, but powerful. This was a Dolly Parton...

I’ve had many friends, coworkers, and early childhood students tell me “they’re just not listening to me!” I’ll admit that back when I...

This month I want to highlight the importance of getting to know the families of the children you teach and care for by asking crucial...

Happy back-to-school season! I wanted to write a little something about drop-offs. Drop-offs look different for all kids and families!...

This week I remembered a powerful lesson when it comes to working with young children. I remembered to wait. I’m sure I’ve mentioned this...

My youngest daughter and I just returned from spring break in sunny Arizona. Most people think I'm crazy to travel alone with her because...

Young children are amazing. But, of course, you probably already know that if you’re reading this. Children amaze me all the time. I...