Intentional teaching is more than planning activities or following a schedule; it is the art of teaching with purpose, alignment, and understanding. Effective teachers know that every word, every routine, and every classroom experience is carefully chosen to support learning. But intentionality doesn’t begin with the lesson plan. It begins with something deeper and more foundational: the school’s philosophy.

At Tiny Blocks and Big Blocks, families often ask me, “Why do you put so much emphasis on emotions and moral development in the early years?” My answer is simple: because moral development begins at birth—and it shapes every other area of learning. Where It All Begins: Attachment and Security From the moment a baby is held, comforted, and loved, the foundation for moral development is being formed. A secure attachment teaches a child, “I am safe. I am loved. I belong.” This e