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The typical way we learn to create rhythm doesn’t work for most people. I have a different way of creating rhythm–one small “beat” at a time.
Watch the video on my blog and learn how to create a rhythm that works for your family (and actually sticks).

WHY THE TYPICAL ADVICE DOESN’T WORK

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We hear a lot about rhythm in early childhood circles, yet it remains elusive for many people. Often, we find a suggested rhythm chart and assume we are supposed to wake up one Monday morning and attempt to follow it morning to night all week. Have you tried this? It’s exhausting and usually doesn’t...

Your anxious young child will gain the confidence to try new things after listening to this teaching tale about a little possum who doesn’t like anything new.

Some children have a hard time leaving their parents’ side to try new things, explore new places, or meet new people. One of my children str...

I avoided using Kool-Aid as a dye for years because, well, it's Kool-Aid! I typically dye with plants, but getting all the colors we want from the plants that grow locally can be hard. We wanted to make a vibrant rainbow silk with vibrant colors and decided to try Kool-Aid. I wish we had tried it ye...

Curl up with your child on the couch or your favorite chair, and listen to a story from Storytime in the Schoolhouse. This audio is from a Monday, or Purple Day, episode of Storytime. This episode about an old gnome and a baby fairy will inspire your child’s curiosity and wonder about the natural wo...

I love finger puppets! And I especially love sewing finger puppets with children! This craft tutorial from Storytime in the Schoolhouse shows you how to sew a simple fish finger puppet from a piece of felt.

Twice a month, our Storytime members have a “Craft Visit with Ms. Rae” and learn a new natur...

Navigating separation and divorce is challenging for the whole family. Talking to our young children about these big changes can be especially hard. Storytelling is a gentle and compassionate way to introduce challenging topics and upcoming changes.

This video clip is from an episode of Storytime i...

What if you and your child could start your day with something calm and connecting instead of chaos and commotion? How we start our day matters, and Storytime in the Schoolhouse has your back!
It’s truly amazing how much one consistent moment of connection can positively impact the rest of your day ...