After reading The Star Polisher, reflect on what you read in thoughtful paragraphs.

1. What is the essence of being an early childhood educator?

2. Why did you choose the path of being an educator?

3. What is your philosophy on working with children, families, staff, administration, and community?4. What can you do to make the little stars in your classroom shine as bright as possible, even if some of them can be 'thorny' and 'bent'?