Welcome to the Chaos
Dear Reader,
It's only Day One, and I'm stepping into this crazy world full of little kids, endless chatter, and an army of germs waiting to be discovered. As I open the door to the daycare, I'm met with a wave of sounds—tiny feet thundering like a stampede, laughter ringing out like music, and the unmistakable cry of a toddler who's just realized they're out of snack. The air is a mix of baby lotion, crayons, and an undercurrent of mystery smells I haven't identified yet.
Among the whirlwind of tiny humans, there's Tommy. If there's one thing you should know about Tommy, it's that he's got more energy than the rest of the class combined. Today, he's already zooming around the room, arms outstretched as he announces, "I'm an airplane!" I watch as he narrowly avoids colliding with a chair, weaving between his classmates with impressive agility.
Tommy's the kind of kid who doesn't walk—he sprints, skips, or hops, usually while narrating an epic story only he can understand. He has a grin that could melt any frustration and a laugh so contagious that even the most serious moments can turn into giggle fests. But he's also known for testing every rule within his reach. Just five minutes into the day, I spot him with one hand reaching for the top shelf, eyes wide with determination. "Tommy, feet on the ground, please," I say, half-amused and half-bracing for what comes next.
Without missing a beat, he looks at me, scrunches up his nose, and replies, "But I'm climbing to the moon." I stifle a laugh and try to redirect him, knowing that today will be full of moon missions, high-speed chases, and whatever other adventures Tommy can dream up. And it's only 9:00 AM.
I'm quickly learning that Tommy is going to keep me on my toes. But there's a part of me that already loves that about him—because in this world of crayons, crackers, and chaos, there's never a dull moment.
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Diary of a Daycare Teacher
Short StoryWelcome to reading this book! If you're here, get ready for a peek into the sometimes chaotic, always entertaining world of a daycare teacher. Working with kids of all ages-from the very first day they walk through the door until the last day they l...
