Love for the Littles
Hi There! I'm Renee Pena-Lopez
Let's be real—to the outsider, a preschool classroom can look pretty chaotic. But to those in the know, like you (Teacher of the Littles), you see children being artists, parents, and engineers, trying to figure out their world through play. And you feel like you aren't giving each child the attention they need.
#realtalk — Not everyone knows how to engage in Guided Play effectively.
Fair is giving each person what they need. You want to pour love on your Littles, but honestly, you are running out of ways to connect.
How do I connect with that child struggling with play?
Even superheroes need lifelines. That’s where I come in. With a focus on Guided Play , I help parents and teachers make meaningful interventions that nurture a child's development. Find out more about me and what I do below.
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Ways To Work With Me
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Our shop is all about fun and learning!
We’ve got Guided Play resources designed for kids who think differently. Whether you're a parent or a teacher, you'll find tools that foster creativity, exploration, and the magic of learning through play.
Impactful Interventions Collective
You are not an island! This membership is where Teachers of Littles can access real tools to support children through Guided Play. From addressing challenging behaviors to helping quiet kids feel seen, this program equips you with play-based strategies that create meaningful classroom connections.
The Magic of Littles Podcast
Need a bit of inspiration from the Teacher Next Door??
Join me each Monday for honest and real conversations about Early Childhood Education, the challenges of play for Littles, and how you can use Guided Play and educational therapy to help children thrive both in the classroom and beyond.
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Your toolkit for thriving as an educator starts here.
Messy, Magical, and Still Showing Up
A gentle reset for caregivers of neurodiverse kids.
This isn’t a checklist—it’s your compassionate companion for the hard days. Inside you’ll find calming nervous system check-ins, sensory support ideas, co-regulation prompts, and soft daily rhythms to help you and your child feel more grounded. It’s designed for moments when you feel overwhelmed and need something that truly works.
The Mighty Advocate Guide
A toolkit for teachers dedicated to bringing out the best in preschoolers.
Unlock the strategies for advocating effectively, using Guided Play to support development, and mastering IEPs. With these tools, you can make a lasting impact on your students' growth and thrive in your teaching, even when faced with challenges.
Featured Products
Transform the way you support students with this comprehensive planner designed specifically for educators working with 504s, IEPs, or children needing extra support. Our all-in-one planner streamlines the management of individualized education plans by combining essential tools for data collection, date tracking, and lesson planning into a single, user-friendly format.
Key Features:
- IEP Tracking: Keep detailed records of each student's IEP components, including goals, accommodations, and progress notes.
- Data Collection: Easily organize and analyze student data to ensure you're meeting their unique needs and tracking their growth effectively.
- Calendar Management: Stay on top of important dates such as IEP meetings, progress review deadlines, and other critical milestones.
- Lesson Planning: Plan and document tailored lessons to align with each student’s specific requirements and educational objectives.
- User-Friendly Layout: Designed for ease of use, with intuitive sections and prompts to help you stay organized and focused.
Empower your educational efforts and provide the best support possible with this essential planner, crafted to meet the diverse needs of your students and streamline your planning process.
Transform the way you support students with this comprehensive planner designed specifically for educators working with 504s, IEPs, or children needing extra support. Our all-in-one planner streamline…
Learning can be fun and meaningful!
This Growth Mindset Activity Pack offers engaging activities to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and a positive outlook on challenges.
Turn Big Feelings into Brave Moments
Quick, playful tools to build emotional resilience, spark conversations, and support neurodiverse kiddos—designed with YOU (the magic-maker) in mind.
Get $30 worth of teacher + parent support for just $9!
✨ The Growth Mindset Pack give you words, visuals, and tiny scripts that help Littles feel safe enough to try again—without pressure or power struggles.
🗂 IEP Planner helps you organize your thoughts, advocate with confidence, and walk into IEP meeting knowing what to say (and what to ask for) and help partner with families/teachers all year long.
🎧 1:1 Voxer “One Solution” Call with Renee: You don’t need more Googling. Bring one problem and I will give you a focused plan for your biggest challenge—no fluff, no overwhelm, just clarity.
♻️ Lifetime updates: This mean you’re not buying a one-and-done fix—you’re building a toolbox you can keep coming back to.
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Get $30 worth of teacher + parent support for just $9!
✨ The Growth Mindset Pack give you words, visuals, and tiny scripts that help Littles feel safe enough to try again—without pressure or power s…
Teach Littles to set boundaries with confidence.
The Build-a-Boundary Board™ is a printable visual tool with simple, child-friendly scripts Littles can use to ask for space, say “not now,” or take a break — without big emotions. Perfect for neurodiverse learners, early childhood, or anyone needing gentle communication support.
Includes 5 boards, bonus strips, and grown-up tips. Instant A4 PDF download.
Teach Littles to set boundaries with confidence.
The Build-a-Boundary Board™ is a printable visual tool with simple, child-friendly scripts Littles can use to ask for space, say “not now,” or take a b…
Can I Play Too? is a self-paced course that equips you with strategies, checklists, and activities to help kids thrive in social play and friendships. Includes videos, audio workshops, a fun workbook, and practical resources you can use right away.
What’s Inside
- Welcome Module – Orientation + Q&A space
- Play + Inclusion Strategies – Easy scripts and tools for guiding kids
- Environment & Setup – Classroom/home checklists
- Wellness + Advocating – Audio workshop + Fun “Burnout Breaker” workbook
- Resources + Facebook Support – A community space to ask, share, and learn
Can I Play Too? is a self-paced course that equips you with strategies, checklists, and activities to help kids thrive in social play and friendships. Includes videos, audio workshops, a fun workbook,…
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