Children's songs and stories play a central role in everyday life in German kindergartens. They not only promote language, creativity, and social skills, but also offer a wonderful opportunity to build a loving relationship with children. Especially for educators from abroad, children's songs and fairy tales are valuable tools for building cultural bridges, better teaching the German language, and quickly adapting to everyday kindergarten life.

The autonomy phase, often called the defiant phase, is a significant stage in a child's development. Around the age of two to three, children begin to express their will more intensely and test boundaries. They strive for independence, which can lead to conflict if their wishes are not met. It's important to maintain patience and show understanding for this natural developmental process.

The job of a kindergarten teacher is fulfilling, creative, and meaningful—but also demanding. Every day, you have to respond to the needs of many children, advise parents, work in a team, and manage organizational tasks. It's no wonder that many kindergarten teachers regularly experience stress.