Archive - The Mad Preschool Teacher

Summer Camp And The Return

How a camp for kids reminded me what it means to come home

Jul 26 •

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The Wise Fool's Wisdom: Lessons from 28 Years in Preschool

I Just wrapped up my 28th year of doing the preschool!

Jul 6 •

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June 2025

You're Not Too Much

Reframing wounds as gifts in the healing practice of caregiving

Jun 8 •

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May 2025

The Realms of Imagination: Madness and Childhood

When I step into my workspace each day, it’s much more than a job.

May 25 •

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Lighting the Way: Why We Read Banned Books at Story Time

In a time of rising censorship, educators and librarians are choosing stories that affirm love, identity, and justice—and reading them out loud.

May 11 •

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April 2025

A Sacred Quest For Heels And The Sword At My Side

Thanks for reading!

Apr 20 •

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March 2025

A much needed moment of stillness today!

Mar 31 •

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A New DSM For Crazy Times

How about an alternative version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) that shifts the focus to those trying to define and…

Mar 2 •

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February 2025

I often wonder how my first experience could have been different.

Feb 15 •

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January 2025

Lessons From Our Elders Part 2

As our child-led circle began last week the kids informed me with delight that I’m balancing on top of the rock stack in the middle.

Jan 26 •

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Lessons From Our Elders

Thanks for reading The Mad Preschool Teacher!

Jan 12 •

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December 2024

Seasonal Rumblings

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Dec 30, 2024 •

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