In the toddler classroom at Creative Scholars Preschool, an older toddler recently showed a younger friend how to play with the SpinAgain stacking toy. It was a simple moment, but it highlighted growth, connection, and community.
The Value of Peer Teaching
Children naturally learn from each other. When one child demonstrates a task, both benefit:
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The older child practices leadership and builds confidence.
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The younger child learns through observation and gains encouragement from a peer.
These interactions help children develop patience, empathy, and social skills.
Encouragement in Action
The SpinAgain stacking toy is colorful and engaging, but in this moment it became more than just play. It created an opportunity for cooperation.
As the older child stacked the discs, the younger friend watched closely, eager to join in. Each turn showed that learning can be shared and supported.
Building a Supportive Community
Classrooms are not only for academics. They are places where children grow together, supporting one another in small but meaningful ways. Peer encouragement builds a sense of belonging and strengthens relationships.
At Creative Scholars Preschool, we value these moments because they show that children are developing both skills and character. Seeing them encourage one another is a reminder of what early education is all about: helping children grow into confident and caring individuals.