Acy Day

Kids Love It

I was thrilled to share copies of my book, “Sticks and Stars: A Find-and-Count Adventure,” with children in Pre-K and Head Start. They liked my book! The teachers there are fantastic. I look forward to more wonderful experiences with them. “Sticks and Stars: A Find-and-Count Adventure,” it is available for purchase at most places whereContinueContinue reading “Kids Love It”

First Day of Preschool

Building Children’s Confidence Leaving young children on the first day of preschool can be challenging, not only for the children but for adults as well. By teaching children three simple rules, adults can feel confident that they are helping to keep children safe and healthy, and children can have the confidence needed for a successfulContinueContinue reading “First Day of Preschool”

Writings that Teach

My work as a Head Start teacher proved that a good children’s picture book can be a powerful learning tool. One well-written book for PreK children can provide a week or more of lesson plans. For instance, The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats offers opportunities to discuss cold weather and wintertime, explore making printsContinueContinue reading “Writings that Teach”