Whimsical Ways

 Board books are works of art in the hands of children.  Usually colorful illustrations accompany simple text.  This is what makes them pe...

 Early childhood education will always have a special place in my heart.  I taught preschool for 12+ years and loved it so much!  I use...

 This weekend, Toys R Us had a sale on Schleich toys. I bought some baby elephant calves. My husband said that I bought the whole herd! Fu...

So, in this house, we are into all things horse!  We got a couple new ones for Easter and squeals of delight could be heard ALL over the n...

 This week, my plan was to complete 2...maybe 3...new playscape play mats for my etsy shop.  www.mybigwold2015.etsy.com  But there was sic...

I sometimes just sit back and watch the play unfold. Adults don't always need to facilitate the play. Children should facilitate t...

I am putting happy in mailboxes this St. Patrick's Day!  I simply photographed some Schleich animals with buttons from shellysbuttonsa...

Well, it looks like the Rainbow Forest project is done for now.  There is a proud look of accomplishment on her little face and a smile th...

I once interviewed for a preschool teacher position (I didn't take it) and the woman interviewing me kept repeat, "The classroom ...

 I launched the reopening of my Etsy shop today!  I am so excited to share this with you.  It's been a labor of love (and some crying,...