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This cozy corner is for parents and teachers of kids ages 3–8. With over 30 years of early childhood teaching experience, I share simple tips, fun crafts, family-friendly recipes, and storytime inspiration. My goal is to help families and classrooms create joyful spaces where children feel curious, confident, and loved.

Thoughts from Ms. Vivi’s Desk February Edition: Love, History, and Little Hearts

Thoughts from Ms. Vivi’s Desk February Edition: Love, History, and Little Hearts

Thoughts from Ms. Vivi’s Desk February Edition: Love, History, and Little HeartsVivian Ruiz
Published on: 25/01/2026

February is a month of love, history, and discovery. Join Ms. Vivi for gentle reflections, simple activities, and meaningful ways to help little hearts learn about kindness, culture, and belonging.New Blog Post Description

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Thoughts From Ms. Vivi's  Desk : January Theme: Winter Wonders – Exploring Nature, Science, and Kindness

Thoughts From Ms. Vivi's Desk : January Theme: Winter Wonders – Exploring Nature, Science, and Kindness

Thoughts From Ms. Vivi's  Desk : January Theme: Winter Wonders – Exploring Nature, Science, and KindnessVivian Ruiz
Published on: 07/01/2026

Learning doesn’t stop when it gets cold. Discover hands-on winter activities, simple science, cozy recipes, and an age-appropriate MLK Jr. lesson for children ages 3–8.

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Thoughts From Ms. Vivi's Desk: Time Out vs. Calming Corner: Embracing a Better Approach for Our Kids

Thoughts From Ms. Vivi's Desk: Time Out vs. Calming Corner: Embracing a Better Approach for Our Kids

Thoughts From Ms. Vivi's Desk: Time Out vs. Calming Corner: Embracing a Better Approach for Our KidsVivian Ruiz
Published on: 20/05/2024

This post compares "Time Out" vs. "Calming Corner" in child behavior management, highlighting the pros, cons, and scientific support for each. Learn why Calming Corners are beneficial and get tips for setting one up effectively.

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Thoughts From Ms. Vivi's Desk:Male Teachers: The Missing Piece in the Early Childhood Education Puzzle

Thoughts From Ms. Vivi's Desk:Male Teachers: The Missing Piece in the Early Childhood Education Puzzle

Thoughts From Ms. Vivi's Desk:Male Teachers: The Missing Piece in the Early Childhood Education PuzzleVivian Ruiz
Published on: 03/05/2024

This blog post is to talk about the lack of Male teachers in Preschool and Early Childhood, giving the whys and then to talk about why Male Preschool and Early Childhood teachers are an important demographic and how to change the parent mindset and encourage more males to join the profession.

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