Mara McElroy Spencer
Mara McElroy Spencer has a BS in family and child sciences and has worked in the early education field for more than 18 years. She has been trained in conscious discipline by Dr. Beck Bailey and has a passion for teaching young children emotional regulation through fostering deep connections and calming techniques. Born and raised in Michigan, Mara currently resides in Tallahassee, Florida, with her husband and four children where she owns and operates a preschool/private school: Ivy Hill Academy.
Articles by Mara McElroy Spencer
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How to handle aggression and biting in the toddler classroom
Tuesday, November 17, 2015We have all had to deal with biting and aggression in the toddler classroom. And I'm sure you've had the endless parade of questions from the parents regarding this behavior: How did this happen? Were they being properly supervised? How was the other child disciplined? Will my child be bitten again?