Things in my file cabinet

I really have to think about what this blog is going to be for me. Is it about being a teacher of young children? Is is about being a grandmother? I think it will evolve as I begin but I just have to begin. I was going through some files today. I have a file cabinet full of files:

• on workshops I have presented to parents


• on articles I have saved on the stages of childhood


• on things children have written or drawn

Here is a place I can start. Sharing things in my file cabinet! So I will start with one of my favorites: The Toddler's Creed. I don't remember where this came from but anyone who has been with toddlers can relate.

The Toddler's Creed

If I want it, it's mine.

If I give it to you and change my mind later, it's mine.

If I can take it away from you, it's mine.

If I had it a little while ago, it's mine.

If it's mine, it will never belong to anyone else no matter what.

If we are building something together, all the pieces are mine.

If it looks like mine, it's mine.