Rachel Larimore 1/14/22 Rachel Larimore 1/14/22

Comparison is a thief

Thinking about marketing led me to reflecting on a quote by Theodore Roosevelt: “Comparison is the thief of joy.” I agree with Teddy. I also think comparison robs our profession of respect and reputation.

Rachel Larimore 1/7/22 Rachel Larimore 1/7/22

Resolve to focus on assets

The new year brings about thoughts of goal setting and resolutions. With the mention of goals/resolutions, most media messages focus on how we’re not good enough. Please don’t “should” on yourself.

Rachel Larimore 12/17/21 Rachel Larimore 12/17/21

Limited by our own understanding

Our teaching is limited by our own understanding and language. Of course, it’s impossible to know everything about everything. Yet, we CAN remain curious and interested.

Rachel Larimore 12/10/21 Rachel Larimore 12/10/21

Awe, wonder, & a moment of delight

I encourage you to think about WHY you take children Beyond the designated play area. Ask yourself how the structure and activities of time in the Beyond are supporting your goals. Is there time and space for children to experience awe, wonder, confusion, curiosity, interest, and/or surprise?

Rachel Larimore 12/3/21 Rachel Larimore 12/3/21

Indoor plants are important too!

In this post from Rachel's weekly newsletter, she talks about the importance of indoor plants and how to incorporate them in your classroom in authentic ways.

Rachel Larimore 11/19/21 Rachel Larimore 11/19/21

Planning for emergent curriculum

All too often I hear people talk about emergent curriculum as though it's a free for all with no planning involved at all. Not true!

Rachel Larimore 8/2/21 Rachel Larimore 8/2/21

What is a nature-based preschool?

In this video Dr. Rachel A. Larimore, Founder and Chief Visionary of Samara Early Learning, describes the broad concept of nature-based early childhood education and nature-based preschools specifically.