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About Cheryl

Three decades of joyful teaching. One simple mission.

Cheryl Worsham, Ed.S., has spent more than 30 years in classrooms and libraries learning what truly helps little ones find their words. Spin That List is her way of passing those gentle, classroom-tested ideas to the parents who need them most.

  • Ed.S. in Education
  • 30+ years teaching
Meet Cheryl

A lifelong educator. A gentle guide for parents.

Cheryl Worsham is an educator with more than 30 years of experience teaching English, ESL, and literacy at the elementary, middle school, high school, and college levels. She is passionate about helping children build vocabulary, communication confidence, and a lifelong love of reading.
As the creator of Spin That List and TappyWheel, Cheryl develops practical, play-based resources that help parents turn everyday moments into meaningful language and literacy experiences. Her books are designed to support vocabulary growth, conversation, early literacy, and school readiness in simple, engaging ways.
Cheryl holds an Ed.S. in Education and is a Level 5 licensed teacher. She believes every child can learn and that parents are a child’s first and most important teachers.
  • 30+ Years Teaching Experience
  • English, ESL & Literacy Educator
  • Level 5 Teacher
  • Creator of TappyWheel & Spin That List
Cheryl's Story

A Lifelong Educator. A Gentle Guide for parents.

For more than 30 years, I have had the privilege of helping children build language, literacy, and confidence as an English teacher, ESL educator, and college instructor. Whether teaching elementary students, teenagers, or adults, I discovered one truth that never changed. Children learn best when language is connected to everyday life.
I have always believed that parents are a child’s first and most important teachers. The conversations you share, the books you read together, and the everyday moments you spend exploring the world all help build vocabulary, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
That belief inspired me to create Spin That List and TappyWheel. These resources are designed to make language learning simple, practical, and enjoyable for families. My goal is to give parents easy, meaningful ways to encourage communication and literacy through play, conversation, and shared experiences.
One poem has stayed with me throughout my teaching career.

You may have tangible wealth untold;
Caskets of jewels and coffers of gold.
Richer than I you can never be,
I had a Mother who read to me.

The Reading Mother by Strickland Gillilan
My hope is that the books, activities, and resources I share encourage parents, caregivers, and educators to make language and literacy a joyful part of everyday life. Together, we can help children build the vocabulary, confidence, and communication skills they need to thrive in school and beyond.
  • Experience & Credentials
  • 30+ Years of Teaching Experience
  • English, ESL, and Literacy Educator
  • Ed.S. in Education
  • Tennessee Level 5 Teacher
  • Creator of Spin That List and TappyWheel
Read Cheryl's Story
A Career in Service of Little Learners

Highlights & milestones

Three gentle steps designed to fit naturally into the rhythm of family life.

1990s

First classroom

Cheryl begins her teaching career, falling in love with early literacy.
2000s

Ed.S. earned

Advanced studies in education sharpen her work with young learners and families.
2010s

Curriculum design

Develops gentle, repeatable strategies parents can use at home.
Today

Spin That List

Books, resources, and TappyWheel — bringing the classroom into your living room.
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50 Simple Things to Say Every Day to Help Your Toddler Communicate with Confidence

A friendly, printable guide of tiny phrases that spark big conversations designed for the busiest, most loving moments of your day.

  • 50 simple phrases you can use today no scripts to memorize.
  • Build connection while you build vocabulary, the natural way.
  • Tiny daily habits that grow into big communication wins.
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