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❄️✨ Winter Wonderland Awaits! ✨❄️ Check out our latest winter sensory bin—it's a frosty playground just waiting for little hands to explore! 🌨️🧤 With fluffy “snow,” sparkling snowflakes, and fun mitten tongs, wood, and plastic scoops, this sensory experience is perfect for sparking creativity and curiosity in our preschoolers. Who's ready to dive into some chilly adventures? 🥳 Let’s make this winter unforgettable with delightful learning through play! #WinterFun #SensoryPlay #PreschoolMagicSnowflake table scatteramzn.to/4gCmORFBlue craft pom pomsamzn.to/3DD2D7vMitten tongsamzn.to/3DD2D7v ... See MoreSee Less

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This is a follow-up to my last video. Both gentle and authoritative parenting have valuable principles, but when taken to extremes, they can create behavior challenges in preschool. The best approach? A balanced mix of both! In this video, we’ll discuss: ✔️ Why gentle parenting sometimes leads to kids who struggle with limits and group expectations ✔️ Why authoritative parenting can sometimes lack emotional validation and flexibility ✔️ How teachers naturally combine these two approaches to create structure while respecting feelings ✔️ Practical tips for parents to prepare their preschoolers for a smooth transition into school By dialing back excessive validation and negotiation while infusing more choices and mutual respect, we can raise children who listen, self-regulate, and adapt easily to school settings. 💬 What’s your parenting style? Do you see this balance working in your home or classroom? Share your thoughts in the comments! 🔔 Don’t forget to like & subscribe for more preschool insights!
Gentle parenting is built on respect, emotional validation, and positive discipline—but what happens when it's taken to the extreme? Many preschool teachers are noticing a rise in behavior challenges among children who struggle with boundaries, frustration tolerance, and group expectations. In this video, we’ll explore: 🛑 How extreme gentle parenting can unintentionally set kids up for struggles in a school setting ⚠️ Why a lack of firm boundaries can lead to meltdowns, defiance, and difficulty following rules 💡 How preschool teachers can support children while maintaining classroom structure 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What parents can do to prepare their kids for success in preschool without abandoning gentle parenting principles It’s time to find a healthy balance between gentle parenting and real-world expectations so kids can thrive at home *and* in the classroom. 💬 What are your thoughts? Have you seen these challenges as a teacher or parent? Let’s discuss in the comments! 🔔 Like & Subscribe for more insights into preschool learning and behavior!
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