Maria Vernon ⁽⁹⁾

You’ve seen little ones endlessly fascinated by wooden spoons, pots and pans, or an empty cardboard box (while their expensive toys sit untouched!). There’s actually a beautiful reason for this—and a simple way to harness it. My free PDF guide explains treasure baskets and heuristic…

Some of your child's most valuable, open-ended play comes from your recycling! Unlock the hidden potential of your recycling bin and turn everyday objects into unparalleled learning opportunities for your preschooler. While most store-bought toys limit creativity with their single-purpose designs, recycled materials are delightfully…

For early childhood teachers, taking photos is part of the job. Over decades in the classroom, I’ve taken thousands of photographs to illustrate children’s Learning Stories, which help parents stay connected to their child’s growth, relationships, and everyday learning at the center. So I’ve worked…

Today's children are the most photographed generation in history. They have the least access. In bygone years, photos were special. They were shared and displayed. Today photos are locked on smartphones and require adult permission and passwords to view. Photographs show a family as an…

Preschool teachers have a front-row seat to your child’s development. Backed by training and years of experience with young children, they learn to recognise what’s typical, what’s temporary, and what truly matters. While every child is unique, there are a few universal insights preschool teachers wish…