The beginning of a new school year is a great time to reflect on Vivian Gussin Paley's "Wally's Stories."
Tag: early childhood
A Glimpse into Pre-K Writing: Reflective Practice
What does writing look like in my pre-k classroom? Young children are insightful writers. Their work is deep and meaningful. They may not be able to write the words yet, but their ideas still speak volumes.
Channeling Vivian Gussin Paley
As I embark on a new school year, I'm trying to channel the storytelling and storyacting work of Vivian Gussin Paley.
Writing and Playing: A Natural Pairing in the Kindergarten Classroom
Writing and playing are not one and the same but there is deep value in forging connections between the two by finding regular opportunities to have children both write while they play, AND play while they write!

