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December has a kind of magic that feels different when you’re a mom of teenagers and a kindergarten teacher—and different still when you’ve once sat in the principal’s chair, watching entire school communities transform with the season. It’s a month that shimmers in layers, each one revealing a new kind of wonder.

Here are 10 of the most popular and well-liked screen-free gifts for young kids right now — toys and games that encourage imagination, creativity, and active play instead of screen time!

This is the Short Plaid Jacket from Picadilly Canada and I love it! It is so soft it actually feels like a sweater and I know I'll be wearing it in different ways throughout the winter and into the spring. Find it here and use my code: Jenlee20 for 20% off anything on their site! 

This adorable, whimsical sweater is a great piece for fall, winter, and even spring! Dress it up or down for any occasion and it will remain a favorite 'go-to' throughout the year. Wear it with a blazer, corduroy pants, and loafers as shown here, or with jeans and boots. It would also look so pretty with a pleated midi skirt and heels! Find it here, and use code Jenlee20 for 20% off!

I recently discovered a great company on Instagram. Picadilly Canada has beautiful, comfortable clothes that are modern and perfect for styling for classroom teaching and beyond. I was extremely impressed with the beauty and the quality of the pieces I received. Shipping was super quick, too! This is The Printed Floral Sweater Top in Sangria Multi (Style Number: LK229KT). 

Every year, like many others, I choose one word to define how I wish to show up and live my life in the upcoming year. My word for 2025 is 'create.' I considered several words, as I usually do, before deciding on 'create.' 

A little girl in my kindergarten class recently had a birthday. We will call her ‘Rosa for privacy purposes. She celebrated with a party at Chuck E. Cheese on Wednesday, and the next morning she brought me a huge piece of chocolate cake. It meant the world to me. I happen to also have a picture Rosa drew of the two of us on my first day with the class, back in December.

I knew I had to have this shirt from Pippi Post as soon as I saw it, because there is not a lot that compares to finding a favorite new book! It says, "I like to party, and by party, I mean read books." If you have not visited the Pippi Post Shop, you MUST! Use my link now and you will be amazed at their adorable 'bookish' merchandise!   

You may have heard that the phenomenal, vibrant, truly delightful creative genius, Iris Apfel, has passed away. She died yesterday at the age of 102. I have followed her life and career for as long as I can possibly remember. She was a powerful woman who represented style, but so much more. She showed us all that we can express ourselves as we see fit, and that our ideas are worthy, simply because they are ours!

March is Women's History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society.

Why a 'One Word' and not a resolution? For the past five years, I have greatly appreciated the process that choosing a one word requires. It is all about reflecting on the past year, with all its joys and challenges, and intentionally deciding how I want to spend my time and energy going forward. My One Word is 'enthusiasm' because I know that when I am at my best, it is because I have a vision or cause that I am passionate about. My one word is to remind me that life is short, and that I can and should focus on the things that matter, and in ways I can truly make a difference. Making a difference, to me, always requires a dedicated mindset, clarity, and great enthusiasm! I especially like the use of the word 'enthusiasm' in the following quotes:       

Yesterday I created a self-affirmation mirror for my new kindergarten classroom, and I was surprised at all the positive feedback I received on my social media posts! Many people thought it was a much-needed addition to a classroom, and someone even said, "Every child's bedroom should have one!"  I agree, but self-affirmations are not just for kids, so here are some great holiday gifts that will allow you to bring positive messages home to a little (or big!) one you love:  

December has a kind of magic that feels different when you’re a mom of teenagers and a kindergarten teacher—and different still when you’ve once sat in the principal’s chair, watching entire school communities transform with the season. It’s a month that shimmers in layers, each one revealing a new kind of wonder.

Here are 10 of the most popular and well-liked screen-free gifts for young kids right now — toys and games that encourage imagination, creativity, and active play instead of screen time!

This is the Short Plaid Jacket from Picadilly Canada and I love it! It is so soft it actually feels like a sweater and I know I'll be wearing it in different ways throughout the winter and into the spring. Find it here and use my code: Jenlee20 for 20% off anything on their site! 

This adorable, whimsical sweater is a great piece for fall, winter, and even spring! Dress it up or down for any occasion and it will remain a favorite 'go-to' throughout the year. Wear it with a blazer, corduroy pants, and loafers as shown here, or with jeans and boots. It would also look so pretty with a pleated midi skirt and heels! Find it here, and use code Jenlee20 for 20% off!

I recently discovered a great company on Instagram. Picadilly Canada has beautiful, comfortable clothes that are modern and perfect for styling for classroom teaching and beyond. I was extremely impressed with the beauty and the quality of the pieces I received. Shipping was super quick, too! This is The Printed Floral Sweater Top in Sangria Multi (Style Number: LK229KT). 

Every year, like many others, I choose one word to define how I wish to show up and live my life in the upcoming year. My word for 2025 is 'create.' I considered several words, as I usually do, before deciding on 'create.' 

A little girl in my kindergarten class recently had a birthday. We will call her ‘Rosa for privacy purposes. She celebrated with a party at Chuck E. Cheese on Wednesday, and the next morning she brought me a huge piece of chocolate cake. It meant the world to me. I happen to also have a picture Rosa drew of the two of us on my first day with the class, back in December.

I knew I had to have this shirt from Pippi Post as soon as I saw it, because there is not a lot that compares to finding a favorite new book! It says, "I like to party, and by party, I mean read books." If you have not visited the Pippi Post Shop, you MUST! Use my link now and you will be amazed at their adorable 'bookish' merchandise!   

You may have heard that the phenomenal, vibrant, truly delightful creative genius, Iris Apfel, has passed away. She died yesterday at the age of 102. I have followed her life and career for as long as I can possibly remember. She was a powerful woman who represented style, but so much more. She showed us all that we can express ourselves as we see fit, and that our ideas are worthy, simply because they are ours!

March is Women's History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society.

Why a 'One Word' and not a resolution? For the past five years, I have greatly appreciated the process that choosing a one word requires. It is all about reflecting on the past year, with all its joys and challenges, and intentionally deciding how I want to spend my time and energy going forward. My One Word is 'enthusiasm' because I know that when I am at my best, it is because I have a vision or cause that I am passionate about. My one word is to remind me that life is short, and that I can and should focus on the things that matter, and in ways I can truly make a difference. Making a difference, to me, always requires a dedicated mindset, clarity, and great enthusiasm! I especially like the use of the word 'enthusiasm' in the following quotes:       

Yesterday I created a self-affirmation mirror for my new kindergarten classroom, and I was surprised at all the positive feedback I received on my social media posts! Many people thought it was a much-needed addition to a classroom, and someone even said, "Every child's bedroom should have one!"  I agree, but self-affirmations are not just for kids, so here are some great holiday gifts that will allow you to bring positive messages home to a little (or big!) one you love:  

December has a kind of magic that feels different when you’re a mom of teenagers and a kindergarten teacher—and different still when you’ve once sat in the principal’s chair, watching entire school communities transform with the season. It’s a month that shimmers in layers, each one revealing a new kind of wonder.

Here are 10 of the most popular and well-liked screen-free gifts for young kids right now — toys and games that encourage imagination, creativity, and active play instead of screen time!

This is the Short Plaid Jacket from Picadilly Canada and I love it! It is so soft it actually feels like a sweater and I know I'll be wearing it in different ways throughout the winter and into the spring. Find it here and use my code: Jenlee20 for 20% off anything on their site! 

This adorable, whimsical sweater is a great piece for fall, winter, and even spring! Dress it up or down for any occasion and it will remain a favorite 'go-to' throughout the year. Wear it with a blazer, corduroy pants, and loafers as shown here, or with jeans and boots. It would also look so pretty with a pleated midi skirt and heels! Find it here, and use code Jenlee20 for 20% off!

I recently discovered a great company on Instagram. Picadilly Canada has beautiful, comfortable clothes that are modern and perfect for styling for classroom teaching and beyond. I was extremely impressed with the beauty and the quality of the pieces I received. Shipping was super quick, too! This is The Printed Floral Sweater Top in Sangria Multi (Style Number: LK229KT). 

Every year, like many others, I choose one word to define how I wish to show up and live my life in the upcoming year. My word for 2025 is 'create.' I considered several words, as I usually do, before deciding on 'create.' 

A little girl in my kindergarten class recently had a birthday. We will call her ‘Rosa for privacy purposes. She celebrated with a party at Chuck E. Cheese on Wednesday, and the next morning she brought me a huge piece of chocolate cake. It meant the world to me. I happen to also have a picture Rosa drew of the two of us on my first day with the class, back in December.

I knew I had to have this shirt from Pippi Post as soon as I saw it, because there is not a lot that compares to finding a favorite new book! It says, "I like to party, and by party, I mean read books." If you have not visited the Pippi Post Shop, you MUST! Use my link now and you will be amazed at their adorable 'bookish' merchandise!   

You may have heard that the phenomenal, vibrant, truly delightful creative genius, Iris Apfel, has passed away. She died yesterday at the age of 102. I have followed her life and career for as long as I can possibly remember. She was a powerful woman who represented style, but so much more. She showed us all that we can express ourselves as we see fit, and that our ideas are worthy, simply because they are ours!

March is Women's History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society.

Why a 'One Word' and not a resolution? For the past five years, I have greatly appreciated the process that choosing a one word requires. It is all about reflecting on the past year, with all its joys and challenges, and intentionally deciding how I want to spend my time and energy going forward. My One Word is 'enthusiasm' because I know that when I am at my best, it is because I have a vision or cause that I am passionate about. My one word is to remind me that life is short, and that I can and should focus on the things that matter, and in ways I can truly make a difference. Making a difference, to me, always requires a dedicated mindset, clarity, and great enthusiasm! I especially like the use of the word 'enthusiasm' in the following quotes:       

Yesterday I created a self-affirmation mirror for my new kindergarten classroom, and I was surprised at all the positive feedback I received on my social media posts! Many people thought it was a much-needed addition to a classroom, and someone even said, "Every child's bedroom should have one!"  I agree, but self-affirmations are not just for kids, so here are some great holiday gifts that will allow you to bring positive messages home to a little (or big!) one you love:  

December has a kind of magic that feels different when you’re a mom of teenagers and a kindergarten teacher—and different still when you’ve once sat in the principal’s chair, watching entire school communities transform with the season. It’s a month that shimmers in layers, each one revealing a new kind of wonder.

Here are 10 of the most popular and well-liked screen-free gifts for young kids right now — toys and games that encourage imagination, creativity, and active play instead of screen time!

This is the Short Plaid Jacket from Picadilly Canada and I love it! It is so soft it actually feels like a sweater and I know I'll be wearing it in different ways throughout the winter and into the spring. Find it here and use my code: Jenlee20 for 20% off anything on their site! 

This adorable, whimsical sweater is a great piece for fall, winter, and even spring! Dress it up or down for any occasion and it will remain a favorite 'go-to' throughout the year. Wear it with a blazer, corduroy pants, and loafers as shown here, or with jeans and boots. It would also look so pretty with a pleated midi skirt and heels! Find it here, and use code Jenlee20 for 20% off!

I recently discovered a great company on Instagram. Picadilly Canada has beautiful, comfortable clothes that are modern and perfect for styling for classroom teaching and beyond. I was extremely impressed with the beauty and the quality of the pieces I received. Shipping was super quick, too! This is The Printed Floral Sweater Top in Sangria Multi (Style Number: LK229KT). 

Every year, like many others, I choose one word to define how I wish to show up and live my life in the upcoming year. My word for 2025 is 'create.' I considered several words, as I usually do, before deciding on 'create.' 

A little girl in my kindergarten class recently had a birthday. We will call her ‘Rosa for privacy purposes. She celebrated with a party at Chuck E. Cheese on Wednesday, and the next morning she brought me a huge piece of chocolate cake. It meant the world to me. I happen to also have a picture Rosa drew of the two of us on my first day with the class, back in December.

I knew I had to have this shirt from Pippi Post as soon as I saw it, because there is not a lot that compares to finding a favorite new book! It says, "I like to party, and by party, I mean read books." If you have not visited the Pippi Post Shop, you MUST! Use my link now and you will be amazed at their adorable 'bookish' merchandise!   

You may have heard that the phenomenal, vibrant, truly delightful creative genius, Iris Apfel, has passed away. She died yesterday at the age of 102. I have followed her life and career for as long as I can possibly remember. She was a powerful woman who represented style, but so much more. She showed us all that we can express ourselves as we see fit, and that our ideas are worthy, simply because they are ours!

March is Women's History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society.

Why a 'One Word' and not a resolution? For the past five years, I have greatly appreciated the process that choosing a one word requires. It is all about reflecting on the past year, with all its joys and challenges, and intentionally deciding how I want to spend my time and energy going forward. My One Word is 'enthusiasm' because I know that when I am at my best, it is because I have a vision or cause that I am passionate about. My one word is to remind me that life is short, and that I can and should focus on the things that matter, and in ways I can truly make a difference. Making a difference, to me, always requires a dedicated mindset, clarity, and great enthusiasm! I especially like the use of the word 'enthusiasm' in the following quotes:       

Yesterday I created a self-affirmation mirror for my new kindergarten classroom, and I was surprised at all the positive feedback I received on my social media posts! Many people thought it was a much-needed addition to a classroom, and someone even said, "Every child's bedroom should have one!"  I agree, but self-affirmations are not just for kids, so here are some great holiday gifts that will allow you to bring positive messages home to a little (or big!) one you love:  

December has a kind of magic that feels different when you’re a mom of teenagers and a kindergarten teacher—and different still when you’ve once sat in the principal’s chair, watching entire school communities transform with the season. It’s a month that shimmers in layers, each one revealing a new kind of wonder.

Here are 10 of the most popular and well-liked screen-free gifts for young kids right now — toys and games that encourage imagination, creativity, and active play instead of screen time!

This is the Short Plaid Jacket from Picadilly Canada and I love it! It is so soft it actually feels like a sweater and I know I'll be wearing it in different ways throughout the winter and into the spring. Find it here and use my code: Jenlee20 for 20% off anything on their site! 

This adorable, whimsical sweater is a great piece for fall, winter, and even spring! Dress it up or down for any occasion and it will remain a favorite 'go-to' throughout the year. Wear it with a blazer, corduroy pants, and loafers as shown here, or with jeans and boots. It would also look so pretty with a pleated midi skirt and heels! Find it here, and use code Jenlee20 for 20% off!

I recently discovered a great company on Instagram. Picadilly Canada has beautiful, comfortable clothes that are modern and perfect for styling for classroom teaching and beyond. I was extremely impressed with the beauty and the quality of the pieces I received. Shipping was super quick, too! This is The Printed Floral Sweater Top in Sangria Multi (Style Number: LK229KT). 

Every year, like many others, I choose one word to define how I wish to show up and live my life in the upcoming year. My word for 2025 is 'create.' I considered several words, as I usually do, before deciding on 'create.' 

A little girl in my kindergarten class recently had a birthday. We will call her ‘Rosa for privacy purposes. She celebrated with a party at Chuck E. Cheese on Wednesday, and the next morning she brought me a huge piece of chocolate cake. It meant the world to me. I happen to also have a picture Rosa drew of the two of us on my first day with the class, back in December.

I knew I had to have this shirt from Pippi Post as soon as I saw it, because there is not a lot that compares to finding a favorite new book! It says, "I like to party, and by party, I mean read books." If you have not visited the Pippi Post Shop, you MUST! Use my link now and you will be amazed at their adorable 'bookish' merchandise!   

You may have heard that the phenomenal, vibrant, truly delightful creative genius, Iris Apfel, has passed away. She died yesterday at the age of 102. I have followed her life and career for as long as I can possibly remember. She was a powerful woman who represented style, but so much more. She showed us all that we can express ourselves as we see fit, and that our ideas are worthy, simply because they are ours!

March is Women's History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society.

Why a 'One Word' and not a resolution? For the past five years, I have greatly appreciated the process that choosing a one word requires. It is all about reflecting on the past year, with all its joys and challenges, and intentionally deciding how I want to spend my time and energy going forward. My One Word is 'enthusiasm' because I know that when I am at my best, it is because I have a vision or cause that I am passionate about. My one word is to remind me that life is short, and that I can and should focus on the things that matter, and in ways I can truly make a difference. Making a difference, to me, always requires a dedicated mindset, clarity, and great enthusiasm! I especially like the use of the word 'enthusiasm' in the following quotes:       

Yesterday I created a self-affirmation mirror for my new kindergarten classroom, and I was surprised at all the positive feedback I received on my social media posts! Many people thought it was a much-needed addition to a classroom, and someone even said, "Every child's bedroom should have one!"  I agree, but self-affirmations are not just for kids, so here are some great holiday gifts that will allow you to bring positive messages home to a little (or big!) one you love:  

December has a kind of magic that feels different when you’re a mom of teenagers and a kindergarten teacher—and different still when you’ve once sat in the principal’s chair, watching entire school communities transform with the season. It’s a month that shimmers in layers, each one revealing a new kind of wonder.

Here are 10 of the most popular and well-liked screen-free gifts for young kids right now — toys and games that encourage imagination, creativity, and active play instead of screen time!

This is the Short Plaid Jacket from Picadilly Canada and I love it! It is so soft it actually feels like a sweater and I know I'll be wearing it in different ways throughout the winter and into the spring. Find it here and use my code: Jenlee20 for 20% off anything on their site! 

This adorable, whimsical sweater is a great piece for fall, winter, and even spring! Dress it up or down for any occasion and it will remain a favorite 'go-to' throughout the year. Wear it with a blazer, corduroy pants, and loafers as shown here, or with jeans and boots. It would also look so pretty with a pleated midi skirt and heels! Find it here, and use code Jenlee20 for 20% off!

I recently discovered a great company on Instagram. Picadilly Canada has beautiful, comfortable clothes that are modern and perfect for styling for classroom teaching and beyond. I was extremely impressed with the beauty and the quality of the pieces I received. Shipping was super quick, too! This is The Printed Floral Sweater Top in Sangria Multi (Style Number: LK229KT). 

Every year, like many others, I choose one word to define how I wish to show up and live my life in the upcoming year. My word for 2025 is 'create.' I considered several words, as I usually do, before deciding on 'create.' 

A little girl in my kindergarten class recently had a birthday. We will call her ‘Rosa for privacy purposes. She celebrated with a party at Chuck E. Cheese on Wednesday, and the next morning she brought me a huge piece of chocolate cake. It meant the world to me. I happen to also have a picture Rosa drew of the two of us on my first day with the class, back in December.

I knew I had to have this shirt from Pippi Post as soon as I saw it, because there is not a lot that compares to finding a favorite new book! It says, "I like to party, and by party, I mean read books." If you have not visited the Pippi Post Shop, you MUST! Use my link now and you will be amazed at their adorable 'bookish' merchandise!   

You may have heard that the phenomenal, vibrant, truly delightful creative genius, Iris Apfel, has passed away. She died yesterday at the age of 102. I have followed her life and career for as long as I can possibly remember. She was a powerful woman who represented style, but so much more. She showed us all that we can express ourselves as we see fit, and that our ideas are worthy, simply because they are ours!

March is Women's History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society.

Why a 'One Word' and not a resolution? For the past five years, I have greatly appreciated the process that choosing a one word requires. It is all about reflecting on the past year, with all its joys and challenges, and intentionally deciding how I want to spend my time and energy going forward. My One Word is 'enthusiasm' because I know that when I am at my best, it is because I have a vision or cause that I am passionate about. My one word is to remind me that life is short, and that I can and should focus on the things that matter, and in ways I can truly make a difference. Making a difference, to me, always requires a dedicated mindset, clarity, and great enthusiasm! I especially like the use of the word 'enthusiasm' in the following quotes:       

Yesterday I created a self-affirmation mirror for my new kindergarten classroom, and I was surprised at all the positive feedback I received on my social media posts! Many people thought it was a much-needed addition to a classroom, and someone even said, "Every child's bedroom should have one!"  I agree, but self-affirmations are not just for kids, so here are some great holiday gifts that will allow you to bring positive messages home to a little (or big!) one you love: