Welcome to my blog

I have designed this blog with parents and teachers of young children in mind.  I hope you will find this blog helpful as you enjoy the journey of the early childhood years. I have spent my life working with young children and I have walked in your shoes as a parent. Please use this blog as a resource and a place to share ideas with others. Our collective wisdom and experiences shared will be the 'village' of support we long for in raising healthy, happy, productive citizens of our world. 

Blessings to you and your family, 
Becky O'Hearn
Head of Early Childhood 
Wichita Collegiate School

Brains at Work Through Play

Young children flex their brain 'muscles' through play.  I hope you will take 5 minutes to watch this gem about the important brain development we work on each day at WCS.  This video explains the mental processes that enable us to plan, focus attention, remember instruction, juggle multiple tasks successfully, set and achieve goals, and control impulses.  Thanks to Harvard University for sharing this with us.

Executive Functions: Skills for Life and Learning

Enjoy!