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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: October 2025Edition šŸŽƒ Fun Tips, Crafts, Recipes & a Book Launch

Thoughts from Ms. Vivi’s Desk: October 2025Edition šŸŽƒ Fun Tips, Crafts, Recipes & a Book Launch

Thoughts from Ms. Vivi’s Desk: October 2025Edition šŸŽƒ Fun Tips, Crafts, Recipes & a Book LaunchVivian Ruiz
Published on: 01/10/2025

Celebrate October with seasonal tips, kid-friendly crafts, cozy recipes, and a Story Corner spotlight on my new book Where Is Boo?. Inside: Halloween parenting advice, fall learning fun, and a printable family bucket list.

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Thoughts from Ms. Vivi’s Desk:September 2025 Editiondition

Thoughts from Ms. Vivi’s Desk:September 2025 Editiondition

Thoughts from Ms. Vivi’s Desk:September 2025 Editiondition Vivian Ruiz
Published on: 09/09/2025

A family-oriented blog filled with easy ideas—parenting tips, kid-friendly crafts, read-alouds, and recipes—that make routines smoother and family time shine.

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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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