Early Learning with Tessa Baden

hosted the first annual Pollinator Tea Party and I got to READ to children ALL DAY!

I’m living in a dream! I often share with fellow early childhood professionals “Don’t go back and say ‘Tessa said’ because no one cares what Tessa says. Always point to the research!” Some of my participants that I have had the pleasure of spending time with this year made these joke shirts for us. I hope the legacy I leave with anyone is that all children deserve dignity! I am humbled at this act of gratitude, fun, and connection. I love them, I love you. Yes, you.

This is true for a majority of the child care field workforce. Most of the brain is developed by age 5, these professionals should be paid well to ensure children have the best foundation for that development. The experiences of children 0-5 can have a profound impact on their future success in our society.

The stress of the child care professional can directly impact the experiences of the child (though so many try to ensure it doesn’t.)

Hugs don’t pay the rent: How one early educator is working to save his future Matthew Wallace has worked as a preschool teacher for 18 years. As much as he loves his work, he says it’s tough to get by on his salary.

If you truly believe in the power of play, how can you make that work in your daily teaching practice? @groundedinplay_tessabaden @earlylearningwithtessabaden chats with Deb on the porch about how you can translate your core beliefs into the classroom. Comment PLAY for the link to this episode. #preschool #prek #playbasededucator #playworkersofinstagram #playislearning #earlylearning #earlychildhoodeducation

Moving Away from Theme Planning in Early Childhood Themes are popular planning tools, but do they meet children where they are and provide what they need? What other options are out there?

Spray bottles are an excellent tool for hand strengthening! When filled with old markers and water, they become a fabulous way to do some watercolor painting!

Honored to talk with International Play Association - USA about finding peace in play for all caregivers!

I began my journey as an educator controlling children’s movement and opportunities out of fear (even though I myself had a playful upbringing with unstructured independent play)!

I have attempted to unpack why I fell into worrying and concern when it came to young children “just playing”. I share my pedagogical evolution in hopes that if you too are uncomfortable with “play” right now, there may be some ideas or information you would be willing to consider in finding peace in allowing and trusting children to learn in the ways they were always meant to!

Porch Play Chat with Tessa Baden Title Finding Peace in Play Porch Play Chats are just one of the ways IPA USA advocates for the child's right to play. Joining me on the porch is Tessa Baden.Tessa Baden is a nature and...

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