“Their work is play, and it is what supports the health and development of their whole beings.”

“Our unconscious assumptions about what is “just” play and what is “real” education are pushing play-based programs aside, and our children are suffering the consequences.”

“Remember, you are the boss, a wise, equitable, loving, and consistent one.”

“…when an individual child is free to create, inspired work can result regardless of skills. These creative works tell us so much about a child, their interests and motivation.”

“Echoing these emotions can coexist with holding the limit.”

“Children are afforded the best start in life with experiences of support, encouragement, and connection.”

“Expecting a child to listen to reason when they are flooded with emotion isn't realistic.”

Heather was featured on Shoutout LA’s site this week. She talks about everything from her background in education…

I recently came across a wonderful episode of Mr. Rogers for parents, produced a very long time ago, when Kennedy was assassinated…

Once I became a parent and needed childcare, it was a frustrating and overwhelming experience looking for a high quality program that had space…

“When we feel good about our own capacity to succeed at the things we attempt, we are more likely to try new things, to keep trying, to enjoy the process, and to learn as we go.”

“If we allow our children to show us their pride in their accomplishments and then take their cue to celebrate with them, we are supporting their innate love of learning.”

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Rituals and routines can be centering for children and parents, providing a flow to the day that is calming and reassuring. This structure…

“Adults want to teach and help but what we do in that vein may not actually be helpful to our children’s learning.”