Resources in "ECEnet/Early Childhood"
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Role Models and Super Heroes – Men in the Early Years
Written by Drew Gerdes, Winter 2021. In a nation where many children do not have a stable and supportive father figure, the presence of male educators is necessary,... more
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Partnering with Parents
Written by Heather Estes, Summer 2014. God provides us with the framework to intentionally partner with parents so they can enjoy each season of life. Click Here to... more
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Play and Academics – Similar or Different
Written by Drew Gerdes, Winter 2014. Play is fun. Play is entertaining. Play is also learning – something not to be forgotten! Click Here to Read: Play and Academics... more
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Let the Little Children Come to Me
Written by Nancy Jahnke, Spring 2015. After teaching in an Early Childhood setting for more than 30 years (mostly at Lutheran schools), newly retired teacher Nancy... more
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Alphabet Letter Exchange
Written by Jill Zempel, Fall 2014. This year, more than 125 early childhood classrooms in Lutheran schools across the country are participating in the Alphabet Exchange.... more
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If This is Your First Year of Teaching
Written by Rebecca Eifert, Fall 2015. Timely tips from a first year teacher. If you're a new Lutheran educator, you'll want to read this. Now. Click Here to Read: If... more
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Hands are for Reading
Written by Jennifer Welch, Fall 2015. Using sign language can be extremely beneficial in teaching phonics and reading to Kindergarteners! Here is how to get started in... more
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Meeting the Needs of Exceptionally Bright Students
Written by Drew Gerdes, Winter 2016. Every early childhood classroom has at least one child who is exceptionally bright. You need to find ways to help this child succeed... more
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Step into STEM Learning with Fairy Tales and Young Children
Written by Judy Ripke, Spring 2016. The Three Little Pigs needed children from Judy’s class to protect them from the big bad hair dryer! Click Here to Read: Step... more
