Introducing Our New Journal: A Space for Growth and Discovery

Introducing Our New Journal: A Space for Growth and Discovery

Introducing Our New Journal: A Space for Growth and Discovery A Fresh Perspective on Learning The Kodo Journal brings our play-based learning philosophy to life through thoughtfully curated content that speaks directly to educators and...
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Water Play!

As the summer continues to heat up, cool down with water play! Water play is not only a fun hands-on exploratory sensory experience, but it also sparks tons of learning. When children engage with water...
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Supporting SEL During STEM

Social-emotional learning (SEL) often authentically occurs throughout the learning environment during all sorts of learning experiences. It can be explicitly taught during its own focus lesson, but more meaningfully, it can be supported while children...
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Finding Joy in Making Time for Your Own Growth

There is a lot on the plate of educators. Your time is valuable. Your growth is valuable. Allow your brain the space to consider all of who you are by taking a moment to take...
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Finding Joy in New Faces

Let’s get real, classroom spaces as of late are filled with new faces; sometimes there is a notification of these staff changes or it may be new information as they walk in the door. It...
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Elevate Sensory Play With Kodo's Funnel Stand

Kodo’s Funnel Stand has become a staple in programs around the globe since 2012. Originally designed to elevate funnels in the sensory table, this preschooler top pick has instant appeal. Children love using the stand...
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November Book of the Month: Leif and the Fall

Leif, a young oak leaf, is worried. He knows that as autumn comes, all leaves fall from their tree. With the help of a friend, Leif works to develop different tools that could help soften...
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The Dot - Make Your Mark

The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds became one of my favorite children’s books many years ago. Children’s books normally capture my heart pretty easily, but there is something extra special about this one. At times...
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A Focus on Pedagogy - Where to Start

There is excitement, nerves, butterflies in the stomach, wonder, curiosity, and anticipation. The enormous potential of what is to come with the group of children coming together in a learning community is an amazing opportunity....