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The Confident Classroom

Inspiration and resources for early
childhood educators

Highlights Early Learning works hand in hand with preschool educators to nurture young
children’s curiosity, creativity, caring, and confidence. This collection is filled with time saving
tips and solutions that empower center directors and teachers to create educational
environments where young learners can become their best selves.

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Small Acts, Big Ripples: A Collaboration Rooted in Kindness
Small Acts, Big Ripples: A Collaboration Rooted in Kindness

One small act of kindness can ripple far beyond the classroom. Join Rachel Giannini and Highlights Early Learning in celebrating educators’ kindness and swap stories at upcoming events.

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Planting Seeds of Kindness: A New Chapter of Kindergarten Readiness for the Early Learning Coalition of Polk County, FL
Planting Seeds of Kindness: A New Chapter of Kindergarten Readiness for the Early Learning Coalition of Polk County, FL

What if the key to kindergarten readiness isn’t letters or numbers, but kindness? That’s the insight driving Florida's Early Learning Coalition of Polk County’s new Kindergarten Bridge initiative, in partnership with Highlights Early Learning to nurture empathy and well-being as the foundation for children’s success.

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Educator Highlights: Crys Stahl, Regional Director, All Around Children, Ohio
Educator Highlights: Crys Stahl, Regional Director, All Around Children, Ohio

Discover how Crys Stahl, Regional Director at All Around Children, brings play-based learning to life across multiple preschool and Pre-K classrooms. See how her team uses Preschool With a Purpose to spark hands-on learning and support both students and educators.

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Educator Highlights: Tiffany Eden, Director of Immanuel Lutheran Child Development Center in Twin Falls, ID
Educator Highlights: Tiffany Eden, Director of Immanuel Lutheran Child Development Center in Twin Falls, ID

Tiffany Eden and the dedicated educators at Immanuel Lutheran Child Development Center in Twin Falls, Idaho, inspire a love of learning through play. Discover how their approach aligns with Highlights Early Learning and brings joy to their classrooms.

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Educator Highlights: Jennifer Ey, Founder, Inspired Education Consulting, LLC, Columbus, OH
Educator Highlights: Jennifer Ey, Founder, Inspired Education Consulting, LLC, Columbus, OH

Educator and literacy consultant Jennifer Ey, Founder of Inspired Education Consulting, has helped bring Highlights Hello Library books to over 125 classrooms in Columbus City Schools. Discover how Hello Library is a smart, impactful investment in early childhood education.

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Educator Highlights: Elysse Hollis, Co-Director of Valley School in Van Nuys, CA
Educator Highlights: Elysse Hollis, Co-Director of Valley School in Van Nuys, CA

Elysse Hollis from Valley School in California fosters a love of learning through play, exploration, and laughter. Discover how the school's approach aligns with Highlights Early Learning products and brings hands-on engagement to preschoolers.

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Educator Highlights: Angela Malabet, Executive Director, Shell’s Early Learning Center in Milton, DE
Educator Highlights: Angela Malabet, Executive Director, Shell’s Early Learning Center in Milton, DE
Mother-daughter duo Lichell Isaac and Angela Malabet, along with their dedicated team of educators across four Shell’s Early Learning Centers in Delaware, inspire a love of learning through play. Discover how their approach aligns with Highlights Early Learning and brings joy to their classrooms.
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Educator Highlights: Julia Contizano, Director of Gladden Community House Preschool, Columbus, OH
Educator Highlights: Julia Contizano, Director of Gladden Community House Preschool, Columbus, OH

Julia Contizano and the dedicated team at Gladden Community House Preschool in Columbus, OH embrace play-based learning to support the growth of their little learners. Discover how their approach aligns with Highlights Early Learning through the Kindness Connections enrichment kit.

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Highlights Preschool With a Purpose

Check next year’s curriculum off your to-do list, and help your teachers unlock the best learning environment for students!

  • Highlights Preschool With a Purpose is a full curriculum with ready-to-go materials that can be quickly adapted by teachers of all experience levels.
  • The curriculum includes 10 months of themed instruction designed for children ages 3 to 5. Flexible lessons and activities can be easily tailored to each child’s learning requirements.
  • A convenient digital planner simplifies lesson planning and team coordination for busy teachers and center directors.
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