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The Dot - Make Your Mark

The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds became one of my favorite children’s books many years ago. Children’s books normally capture my heart pretty easily, but there is something extra special about this one. At times...
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A Focus on Pedagogy - Where to Start

There is excitement, nerves, butterflies in the stomach, wonder, curiosity, and anticipation. The enormous potential of what is to come with the group of children coming together in a learning community is an amazing opportunity....
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Creating a Welcoming Early Childhood Environment

Welcoming families, whether new or returning to a childcare or school environment, is an important first step any year. However, as we embark on this year following uncertainty with the global pandemic, making a safe,...
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The Intersectionality of Art and STEM

“Art is the queen of all sciences communicating knowledge to all the generations of the world. ”- Leonardo DaVinci Walking into my kitchen early one morning, all I see is a mass (and mess) of...
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Discovering Insects

My young neighbor, Lily, is certain to become an entomologist. Without fail this determined 5 year old is in her front yard every morning moving rocks and digging around the roots of a large tree....
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Summer Memories turned Classroom Opportunities

  I absolutely adore summertime. It is by far my favorite season. The green grass, blue skies, the smell of a thunderstorm, and the emerging of all the bugs and animals make my inquisitive nature...
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Re-Inventing Outdoor Play and Learning Part 3

Refreshing your outdoor spaces by rearranging materials and adding something new is often just as exciting for the adults for your program as it is for the children. It offers entry points to have conversations...
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Re-Inventing Outdoor Play and Learning - Part 2

Many indoor materials get a “new life” by bringing them outdoors for a few hours or a few days. Moving materials from indoors to out, even temporarily, helps children recognize possibilities for grouping materials in...
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Re-Inventing Outdoor Play and Learning - Part 1

With warm weather here, children and adults are wanting to get back outdoors. Even with limitations currently in place, active play and learning is still vital! Most programs are in the process of assessing the...