THE CHRISTMAS QUIET BOOK, by Deborah Underwood, illustrated by Renata Liwska

Christmas time at a preschool can be both wonderful and chaotic—full of loud, joyful noise. Between parties, concerts, Santa visits, and pure excitement, the days are busy and full. This book felt like the perfect choice to offer the children a small slice of calm and quiet amid all the holiday bustle. Mysterious was our … More THE CHRISTMAS QUIET BOOK, by Deborah Underwood, illustrated by Renata Liwska

THE NUTCRACKER by Susan Jeffers

I love reading The Nutcracker with preschoolers, because it is about imagination, music, movement, emotions, culture, and the warmth of tradition. So many wonderful things included for our young learners. This page really got the attention of the children. Always the most favorite scene! The battle. Brave Marie. Land of the Sweets! I have an old toe … More THE NUTCRACKER by Susan Jeffers