Sarah Emrick
Nurturing Young Minds Through Wonder and Discovery
Mother, Poet, artist, photographer, geologist/biologist and early childhood educator
My Vision for Early Education
I'm building toward a career where creativity meets curriculum, where science sparks joy, and where every child discovers their unique capacity for wonder. My diverse background in geology education, poetry, and photography isn't just a collection of skills, it's a comprehensive toolkit for inspiring young minds to see learning as an adventure worth taking.
Geology Education
From glittering geodes to fascinating fossils, I bring Earth's ancient secrets to life for our community's young learners. Each geode guide session is a hands-on journey through time, where students crack open geodes and discover the crystalline wonders within.
Visual Storytelling
Through my lens, I capture moments of discovery and wonder, the precise instant a child's eyes light up, the intricate patterns within a split geode, the poetry of light dancing on mineral surfaces. Photography isn't just documentation; it's preservation of awe.
Written Expression
My poetry emerges from lived experience with the textures of daily life, moments of struggle and triumph, the lessons learned through living fully. I bring this same authenticity to education, understanding that the most powerful teaching comes from real stories, genuine emotion, and the courage to be vulnerable. When I write or teach, I draw from the well of my own journey, creating connections that feel honest and human.