Welcome to the Little Nestlings Early Learning Center blog – a warm, joyful space where we share stories, insights, and inspiration for families with young children. We created this blog to help parents, grandparents, and caregivers feel connected to our preschool community even when you cannot be with us in person. On this blog, you will find articles about child development, Reggio Emilia philosophy, playful learning activities, social-emotional growth, kindergarten readiness, and so much more. Every post on this blog is written with love by our experienced educators, including our founder Colleen Cleary, who has spent years nurturing young minds in West Linn, Oregon. We update this blog regularly because we believe that sharing knowledge strengthens families and communities. When you read our blog, you will discover practical tips you can use at home – from setting up a simple art invitation to handling morning meltdowns with patience and grace. This blog also features beautiful photographs of our children engaged in hands-on projects, so you can see our Reggio Emilia approach in action. We invite you to bookmark this blog and visit often, as we add new content every week. Some of our most popular blog posts include topics like “Why Process Art Matters More Than Perfect Crafts,” “How to Talk With Your Child About Big Feelings,” and “What to Look for When Touring a Preschool.” Beyond advice, our blog celebrates the little magic moments of early childhood – a child’s first sentence, a tower that defied gravity, a friendship formed over shared snack. These stories will warm your heart and remind you why these early years are so precious. We also use this blog to announce important news about enrollment, summer camp, special events, and community gatherings at Little Nestlings. Subscribing to our blog is the best way to stay informed and inspired. When you sign up for blog updates, we will send new posts directly to your inbox – no spam, just genuine help and happiness. Our blog also welcomes your voice. We love when readers leave comments, ask questions, and suggest topics they would like us to cover. After all, this blog is for you – our wonderful families and our broader West Linn community. If there is something you have always wondered about early childhood education, chances are other parents wonder too. Let us know, and we will turn your question into a thoughtful blog post. Reading our blog is also a beautiful way to prepare your child for their first day at preschool. We have blog posts about separation anxiety, building independence, and how to talk about school in positive ways. Share these posts with your partner, grandparents, or nanny so everyone who loves your child feels informed and aligned. For those considering enrollment, our blog offers an honest behind-the-scenes look at daily life at Little Nestlings. You will read about our daily rhythm, our approach to conflict resolution, our outdoor learning environment, and our commitment to educator well-being. This blog answers questions you may not have even thought to ask yet. We also feature guest posts from local child development experts, pediatricians, and family therapists on our blog. These trusted voices add depth and credibility to the resources we share. Whether you are a new parent, a seasoned grandparent, or an early childhood educator yourself, you will find something valuable on this blog. So pull up a cozy chair, pour a cup of tea, and start exploring. Our blog is organized by category – Activities, Child Development, Reggio Emilia, Parenting Tips, and Little Nestlings News – so you can easily find what interests you most. Do not forget to share your favorite blog posts on social media and tag us. We love seeing our articles spark conversations among families near and far. Thank you for visiting our blog. We put our hearts into every word because we believe that when families feel supported, children thrive. Welcome to the Little Nestlings blog – your trusted resource for joyful, thoughtful early childhood education. Happy reading, and please reach out anytime with your blog ideas and feedback. We are here for you.
Discover insights, tips, and stories from Little Nestlings
A Reggio Emilia summer camp encourages creativity, curiosity, and independence through hands-on, child-led learning. Discover how this approach helps young children explore ideas, build confidence, and thrive in a creative summer environment.
Choosing the right preschooler summer camp in West Linn can help young children build confidence, explore creativity, and develop social skills. Learn what parents should look for when selecting a safe and engaging summer program.
Little Nestlings Early Learning Center sits right in the heart of West Linn’s Willamette neighborhood, a lively part of the city known for its walkable streets, local shops, and strong sense of community. Families visiting the area often remark that everything feels close, connected, and welcoming — the kind of…
Families near Oregon City can explore Little Nestlings, a nearby West Linn preschool for children ages 3–5. Our program supports curiosity, creativity, hands-on learning, outdoor exploration, social-emotional skill building, and meaningful relationships.
Looking for a preschool near Lake Oswego? Little Nestlings is located nearby in West Linn and serves children ages 3–5 through Reggio Emilia-inspired learning, outdoor exploration, art, STEAM, storytelling, ASL exposure, and social-emotional growth.
We all know the saying: “It takes a village to raise a child.” When you’re raising a preschooler, you know this as truth. A community around you isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s the difference between surviving the week and feeling like you belong and are supported where you are. Not…
Little Nestlings is a warm, Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool in West Linn for children ages 3–5. Our program supports hands-on learning, outdoor exploration, expressive arts, early STEAM, storytelling, ASL exposure, and social-emotional skill building.
Explore a day in the life at Little Nestlings Early Learning Center, where the Reggio Emilia approach nurtures creativity, curiosity, and collaboration in West Linn.
At Little Nestlings, we implement play-based learning to unlock each child’s potential. Learn how this approach fosters creativity, problem-solving, and social skills in early childhood education.
At Little Nestlings, we embrace the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, which nurtures children’s creativity, critical thinking, and social responsibility. Rooted in a child-led philosophy, this method encourages exploration and collaboration, allowing each child to actively shape their learning journey. Our classrooms, designed as a "third teacher," inspire…
Little Nestlings Early Learning Center offers a Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool program for children ages 3–5 in West Linn, Oregon, with hands-on learning, creativity, social-emotional growth, and outdoor exploration.
Welcome to the Little Nestlings Early Learning Center blog – a warm, joyful space where we share stories, insights, and inspiration for families with young children. We created this blog to help parents, grandparents, and caregivers feel connected to our preschool community even when you cannot be with us in person. On this blog, you will find articles about child development, Reggio Emilia philosophy, playful learning activities, social-emotional growth, kindergarten readiness, and so much more. Every post on this blog is written with love by our experienced educators, including our founder Colleen Cleary, who has spent years nurturing young minds in West Linn, Oregon. We update this blog regularly because we believe that sharing knowledge strengthens families and communities. When you read our blog, you will discover practical tips you can use at home – from setting up a simple art invitation to handling morning meltdowns with patience and grace. This blog also features beautiful photographs of our children engaged in hands-on projects, so you can see our Reggio Emilia approach in action. We invite you to bookmark this blog and visit often, as we add new content every week. Some of our most popular blog posts include topics like “Why Process Art Matters More Than Perfect Crafts,” “How to Talk With Your Child About Big Feelings,” and “What to Look for When Touring a Preschool.” Beyond advice, our blog celebrates the little magic moments of early childhood – a child’s first sentence, a tower that defied gravity, a friendship formed over shared snack. These stories will warm your heart and remind you why these early years are so precious. We also use this blog to announce important news about enrollment, summer camp, special events, and community gatherings at Little Nestlings. Subscribing to our blog is the best way to stay informed and inspired. When you sign up for blog updates, we will send new posts directly to your inbox – no spam, just genuine help and happiness. Our blog also welcomes your voice. We love when readers leave comments, ask questions, and suggest topics they would like us to cover. After all, this blog is for you – our wonderful families and our broader West Linn community. If there is something you have always wondered about early childhood education, chances are other parents wonder too. Let us know, and we will turn your question into a thoughtful blog post. Reading our blog is also a beautiful way to prepare your child for their first day at preschool. We have blog posts about separation anxiety, building independence, and how to talk about school in positive ways. Share these posts with your partner, grandparents, or nanny so everyone who loves your child feels informed and aligned. For those considering enrollment, our blog offers an honest behind-the-scenes look at daily life at Little Nestlings. You will read about our daily rhythm, our approach to conflict resolution, our outdoor learning environment, and our commitment to educator well-being. This blog answers questions you may not have even thought to ask yet. We also feature guest posts from local child development experts, pediatricians, and family therapists on our blog. These trusted voices add depth and credibility to the resources we share. Whether you are a new parent, a seasoned grandparent, or an early childhood educator yourself, you will find something valuable on this blog. So pull up a cozy chair, pour a cup of tea, and start exploring. Our blog is organized by category – Activities, Child Development, Reggio Emilia, Parenting Tips, and Little Nestlings News – so you can easily find what interests you most. Do not forget to share your favorite blog posts on social media and tag us. We love seeing our articles spark conversations among families near and far. Thank you for visiting our blog. We put our hearts into every word because we believe that when families feel supported, children thrive. Welcome to the Little Nestlings blog – your trusted resource for joyful, thoughtful early childhood education. Happy reading, and please reach out anytime with your blog ideas and feedback. We are here for you.
Discover insights, tips, and stories from Little Nestlings
A Reggio Emilia summer camp encourages creativity, curiosity, and independence through hands-on, child-led learning. Discover how this approach helps young children explore ideas, build confidence, and thrive in a creative summer environment.
Choosing the right preschooler summer camp in West Linn can help young children build confidence, explore creativity, and develop social skills. Learn what parents should look for when selecting a safe and engaging summer program.
Little Nestlings Early Learning Center sits right in the heart of West Linn’s Willamette neighborhood, a lively part of the city known for its walkable streets, local shops, and strong sense of community. Families visiting the area often remark that everything feels close, connected, and welcoming — the kind of…
Families near Oregon City can explore Little Nestlings, a nearby West Linn preschool for children ages 3–5. Our program supports curiosity, creativity, hands-on learning, outdoor exploration, social-emotional skill building, and meaningful relationships.
Looking for a preschool near Lake Oswego? Little Nestlings is located nearby in West Linn and serves children ages 3–5 through Reggio Emilia-inspired learning, outdoor exploration, art, STEAM, storytelling, ASL exposure, and social-emotional growth.
We all know the saying: “It takes a village to raise a child.” When you’re raising a preschooler, you know this as truth. A community around you isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s the difference between surviving the week and feeling like you belong and are supported where you are. Not…
Little Nestlings is a warm, Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool in West Linn for children ages 3–5. Our program supports hands-on learning, outdoor exploration, expressive arts, early STEAM, storytelling, ASL exposure, and social-emotional skill building.
Explore a day in the life at Little Nestlings Early Learning Center, where the Reggio Emilia approach nurtures creativity, curiosity, and collaboration in West Linn.
At Little Nestlings, we implement play-based learning to unlock each child’s potential. Learn how this approach fosters creativity, problem-solving, and social skills in early childhood education.
At Little Nestlings, we embrace the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, which nurtures children’s creativity, critical thinking, and social responsibility. Rooted in a child-led philosophy, this method encourages exploration and collaboration, allowing each child to actively shape their learning journey. Our classrooms, designed as a "third teacher," inspire…
Little Nestlings Early Learning Center offers a Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool program for children ages 3–5 in West Linn, Oregon, with hands-on learning, creativity, social-emotional growth, and outdoor exploration.