Using Conflict to Teach Problem-Solving Skills
The class is playing at centers, and the same two children are arguing over the red racecar. Again. You’ve tried removing the toy, adding...
How to Talk to Families About Behavior Challenges
It can be difficult to foster a positive relationship between school and home, especially when a child’s behavior causes challenges in the...
Teacher Mentorship: Building Confidence and Community in Early Childhood Education
Mentorship is one of the most impactful ways to support early childhood educators. For new teachers, it provides the encouragement,...
Behavior as Communication: Rethinking Challenging Behaviors
Every early childhood teacher has experienced challenging behaviors: the child who refuses to follow directions, hits a classmate, or melts...
Addressing Common Challenges in Early Childhood Education
Early childhood classrooms are full of energy, growth, and discovery. They’re also full of responsibilities that stretch teachers in every...
Essential Back-to-School Tips for Early Childhood Educators
Starting in early childhood education is both exciting and demanding. Whether you’re a seasoned teacher returning to the classroom or a new...
Building Positive Relationships in Early Childhood Education
The interactions and relationships between children and their caregivers during early learning are essential for developing the emotional...
Supporting Behavior with Proactive and Reactive Responses
When a child displays challenging behavior in the classroom, the instinct is often to respond quickly. At FirstDay Learning, we help...
Trauma-Informed Practices That Create Supportive Classrooms
Trauma-informed classrooms provide children with a safe and supportive learning environment where they can build emotional, social, and...
6 Practical Ways to Build Social-Emotional Skills in Preschool
Social-emotional learning (SEL) plays a critical role in early childhood development and is a natural part of quality early education. When...