Allison Mayer

Just a teacher with a passion for early childhood education. Graduate of @MSUCollegeofEd + @waynestate.

[Dan Wuori @DanWuori]

The period from prenatal to three is the most uniquely consequential window in all of human development.

It is during this period that the fundamental architecture of the brain is “wired” in ways that will serve to support - or hinder - your child’s longterm success in school and life.

Optimal development depends on stable, nurturing and attentive relationships.

In other words, it depends on YOU.

Talk, sing, and read to your baby.

Look them in the eyes.

Play.

Then do it some more.

The dividends will be lifelong.

This fantastic mother-baby interaction via guadasavarino on IG.

[Dan Wuori @DanWuori]

A Harvard professor focused on the future of work says college degrees are becoming less important in the workplace than the social and executive functioning skills mastered (or not) during the years of early childhood. https://t.co/yPN8QcK7Bh

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

My Spartans 💚 I am just heartbroken today, like many others. Can we do better?!

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

“Tune in, talk more, take turns” from DAY ONE! I loved learning about the research behind talking and the brain from researcher and doctor Dana Suskind. How talk builds babies’ brains: Big Brains podcast | University of Chicago News https://t.co/uttaCdeCq4

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

Welcome to my account where I now share podcasts for laundry, dishes, commute time and much more 😉! This is one of my favorites from The Brain Architects; a MUST LISTEN about early brain development and why it is so incredibly important.
https://t.co/X6NOQ8jusG

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

@MrShermansLAB @Sphero Pool noodle containment… genius!

[Dan Wuori @DanWuori]

Every April #earlychildhood educators mark the Week of the Young Child. There could hardly be a better illustration of why than this clip from @sesamestreet which captures all the beauty and potential of our work. Be sure to watch until the end. #WOYC2022

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

Putting some finishing touches on our pet inquiry. This duo really focused on details and colors of their pet guinea pig and iguana!

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

And the season of “winter gear” has begun. #kindergarten #mittensLAST #snowpantsTHENcoat

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

Ah… Choice time. A favorite part of the day for all.

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

Some snapshots of our bird inquiry. Still patiently waiting for them to find our feeder!

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

@FirstFriendzy YES! I would love that! And I hope you have a great year, too!!!

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

Year 11 here we go!

[Emily Sickler @Emily_Sickler]

See you next Wednesday! #sascompass #harvestlearn

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

@spcefoxes @schoolcraftnow The decision to close such an incredible center is such a disappointment. I understand the land is worth a lot, but what about an investment in pre-service educators and our youngest learners? We all say it’s “priceless”… but money talks. So terrible.

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

@Acrayyy @joangebhardt @NAEYC @cernyg @schoolcraftnow I totally agree with you. The CC is implementing anti-bias and DAP curriculum for ALL learners. Schoolcraft College has a multitude of partnerships- let’s work WITH them to build on the current ECE experiences for adult learners and young children. ..not take them away.

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

I am devastated by the decision of Schoolcraft College to close the beloved Children's Center, a respected @NAEYC school where my children are THRIVING under amazing staff members and care. I'm sad for the future of early childhood education. @cernyg @joangebhardt @schoolcraftnow

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

@joangebhardt @cernyg @schoolcraftnow Lots of tough decisions, no doubt. Sadly, this decision affects children,staff, and the future of edu through adult learners. There are very few centers left implementing developmentally appropriate and anti-bias curriculum to the caliber of the Children’s Center. I am, too 💔.

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

@MrsMarshall1980 Such a fun idea! ❤️

[Allison Mayer @amayer_teach]

@kristingirbach 😍love it!