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10/15/2026

POV: You’re teaching the alphabet, but it feels like a PARTY! 🎉

Today, we were diving deep into the letter C, and we were talking all about cake, candles, and confetti as we read The Birthday Cake. So, naturally, we turned our letter hunt into a PARTY!

Armed with party blowers, the children searched for the letter C, and let me tell you, this hunt was EPIC!

This is one of my favorite ways to make alphabet learning meaningful. We connect letters to stories, build on children’s ideas, and turn intentional instruction into playful experiences they actually want to be part of.

If you want a more intentional approach to teaching the alphabet, learn about our cycle framework. Comment CYCLE and I’ll send you my FREE framework and webinar!

The reviews are in, and I’m so grateful for the kind words and support for The Early Literacy Shift! 💗My goal with this ...
10/15/2026

The reviews are in, and I’m so grateful for the kind words and support for The Early Literacy Shift! 💗

My goal with this book was to give educators the WHY behind early literacy and, more importantly, the HOW to put it into practice. Seeing teachers and directors already finding value in it means everything!

Ready to make the shift? Comment SHIFT for information on grabbing your copy. Use code EARLYSHIFT2 for launch pricing this week only!

https://www.movinglittleminds.com/early-literacy-shift

10/14/2026

Why is “Magic C” so magical?

It’s not just a fun way to introduce the letter C. It’s laying the groundwork for future writing!

When children begin learning the motion for forming C, which can start developing around age 3, they’re building the foundation for forming so many other letters down the road. The magic c motion lives inside so many other letters.

And there’s another reason we love Magic C! It opens the door to comparing and contrasting letters. What looks the same? What’s different? The brain LOVES patterns, and recognizing those patterns can help children make connections and strengthen retention.

We aren’t focused on perfect handwriting when introducing the alphabet. We’re building those connections through skywriting, tactile experiences, and playful letter formation activities.

And C is a perfect place to start! Not only is it magical, but its formation also connects to so many other letters children will learn later.

Want our complete letter introduction order inside our letter cycle framework? Comment MAGIC and I’ll send it your way!

10/14/2026

Want one of the EASIEST ways to extend learning? Let children repurpose the play!

Play a group game like Who Stole the Cookie? or read an amazing story? Bring that learning into center time and give children the opportunity to explore, practice, and make it their own!

It’s a simple way to get more mileage out of the activities you’re already doing.

And we’re sharing MORE tips like this at our upcoming FREE webinar! From drop-off to dismissal, we’re breaking down fun, effective ways to sprinkle a little literacy love throughout your day without adding more to your already busy schedule.

Comment WEBINAR to get on the list or join here:

https://www.movinglittleminds.com/event-details/from-drop-off-to-dismissal-a-literacy-tip-for-every-part-of-the-day-1

10/13/2026

We all know the pain of those few wasted minutes standing in line!

But what if those transition moments became opportunities to get children learning, moving, and having fun?

Here are 4 of my favorite ways to turn lining up into playful learning:

🔤 1. Letter Hop
Use painter’s tape to make giant letters on the floor. Children hop onto a letter and say its sound as they get in line!

🔊 2. Phoneme Hop
Draw three boxes and add a plus sign. Children segment the sounds in a word, then jump and blend the sounds back together. This one is great for children around 4.5 and up!

👋 3. The Goodbye Game
Write letters all over your whiteboard. As children line up, they say goodbye to a letter and erase it. Easy, quick, and a great way to sneak in letter recognition!

😂 4. Name Games
Grab some name cards and change the beginning sound of each child’s name using your letter of the day. Trust me, this one brings the giggles!

The best part? You don’t need extra materials, a new lesson plan, or more time in your day. Just a little intentional planning!

P.S. If you want more easy ways to add a little literacy to your day join us for our free webinar next week. Comment WEBINAR for details!

Have you ever wondered how to bring the science of reading into a preschool classroom without turning it into kindergart...
10/13/2026

Have you ever wondered how to bring the science of reading into a preschool classroom without turning it into kindergarten?

Or how to make sure your literacy activities are actually building the skills children need to become readers?

That’s exactly why I wrote The Early Literacy Shift.

I didn’t write this book just to share my mission or talk about why early literacy matters. I wrote it to create something teachers and directors will actually USE.

Something that bridges the gap between what research tells us and what happens in the classroom every day.

Inside, you’ll find:
✨ Research snapshots that break down the WHY
✨ Practical, playful activities you can use tomorrow
✨ Reflection questions to connect research to your classroom
✨ Video demonstrations and support resources to help you put it all into practice

Because knowing what the research says is important. But knowing WHAT TO DO with it? That’s where the magic happens.

Comment BOOK and I’ll send you the link! Use code EARLYSHIFT2 to grab it for $17.99 this week only!

10/12/2026

The best birthday present? Getting to share a book that I hope makes a difference in preschool classrooms everywhere.

The Early Literacy Shift is officially HERE! 🎉

I wrote this book because I believe we shouldn’t have to choose between research-based literacy instruction and play. We can bring them together, and we can do it in ways that make sense for young children and real preschool classrooms.

Inside, you’ll find practical ways to support all six components of early literacy. Plus, real classroom examples, teacher language you can use right away, ready-to-use frameworks and checklists, FREE printable resources, and videos showing playful learning in action!

My hope is that this book helps you see everyday classroom moments differently and gives you the tools to make those moments more intentional.

Because play matters. Joy matters. And intentional instruction matters, too.

And what better day to launch this book than my birthday? ❤️

Want a copy? Comment BOOK, and I’ll send you the details or head straight to our shop and use the code EARLYSHIFT2 to get it for $17.99 for a limited time!

https://www.movinglittleminds.com/early-literacy-shift

10/11/2026

Teaching the alphabet can be SO much more fun and powerful when we get children moving!

Our research-informed, multisensory approach combines:

* Movement to connect sounds to actions
* Embedded mnemonics to link letter shapes and sounds
* Songs to teach letter names AND sounds together
* Poetry to build phonological awareness alongside letter learning

And even better? Our Alphabet Motion Flashcards pair with the new Move With Me Phonics song by La La Librarian | Alyssa Jewell, MLIS 📚Early Literacy Storytime 🎶

Plus, our Alphabet System has amazing results from our local pilot study, and we can’t wait to expand the research.

Comment CARDS to learn more!

10/10/2026

NEWSFLASH: Letter formation starts LONG before a pencil hits the paper!

A flashlight, a letter, and a little movement are all you need to start building those early formation skills.

Letter formation is one of our four steps we use in our Moving Little Minds Alphabet System. It doesn’t start with paper and pencil!

Comment BLOG to learn our system!

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