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Why Some Kids Need Calm—and Others Crave Chaos
Have you ever felt overstimulated by your environment—like everything was just too loud , too bright , or too chaotic ? I know I have....
Angela Kapp
May 183 min read


Finding the Balance: Teacher-Led vs. Child-Led Learning in Early Childhood
If you've spent any time in an early childhood classroom lately, you may have seen a familiar scene: children sitting quietly in a circle...
Angela Kapp
May 133 min read


Where Have All the Mentors Gone? Supporting the New Generation of Early Childhood Educators
If you’ve walked into a preschool or toddler classroom lately, you might’ve noticed a shift. There’s a good chance the teacher in the...
Angela Kapp
May 112 min read


Talking to Children: Why Every Word Matters
I truly believe that relationships are the heart of learning — and communication is the heartbeat of relationships. One of the simplest...
Angela Kapp
Apr 272 min read


Let Them Play: The Power of Choice and Time in Early Childhood Classrooms
In the hustle of the day-to-day classroom rhythm, it can be tempting to keep things tightly scheduled and fast-paced. But when we give...
Angela Kapp
Apr 232 min read


"Where Do I Sit?" Rethinking Assigned Seating for Young Children
By Angela Kapp In early childhood classrooms, every choice we make—how we arrange materials, the words we use, and yes, even where...
Angela Kapp
Apr 93 min read


Empowering Autonomy: Why Giving Children Choices Matters More Than We Think
As early childhood educators, one of the most powerful things we can offer children isn’t a perfectly planned activity or a...
Angela Kapp
Mar 262 min read


Invest in Kids, Not Corporate Tax Breaks: Why Early Childhood Funding Must Be a Priority
Last week, I had the opportunity to testify at the Capitol, speaking out against extending tax breaks for large data centers. As someone...
Angela Kapp
Mar 73 min read


How to Create Smooth and Welcoming Mornings in the Classroom
Mornings set the tone for the entire school day. A child’s transition from home to the classroom can impact their emotions, engagement,...
Angela Kapp
Mar 72 min read


Why Be an Early Childhood Teacher?
(Spoiler: It’s Not for the Fame or Fortune!) Ask any early childhood teacher why they chose this path, and you won’t hear, “For the big...
Angela Kapp
Mar 52 min read


Welcome to the Learning Link!
Welcome to Learning Link! A blog by Edulink LLC , where early childhood educators come to connect, reflect, and grow. Learning Link is...
Angela Kapp
Mar 51 min read
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