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I’ve been greatly influenced by both Montessori and Reggio Emilia philosophies in which we are encouraged to “follow the child” and explore using “the hundred languages of children“. This is where this next exploration came from: V’s interest in working on a project and exploring it through different materials. A few weeks ago V was telling [...]
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I’m all about options and looking at things from different angles and perspectives. This is why when I saw this Ted talk by Raghava KK, it awakened an important realization for me in my quest to learn about ways to nurture creativity. The following statement (a screen capture) from Raghava’s talk, says it all: Looking [...]
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Through my contemplations about what it means to be creative I keep going back to one thing: Confidence. Having the confidence to try new things, to explore and to create. I’ve been thinking a lot about things I can do to help my little ones build confidence. A few days ago I came across a [...]
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We’re always looking for opportunities to practice writing. Rather than force it I like to find ways to work writing into our every day. Here’s an example: Over March Break (we had a looong two week break!) we were looking for things to do to keep busy. Violet requested we go to the art store to purchase [...]
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Inspired by the Children’s Creativity Museum in San Francisco, we decided to check out our local Children’s Museum! Totally on a different scale and calibre but overall I’d have to say that our outing was successful. The kids were engaged… They observed… They collaborated… They created… And they practiced critical thinking… My take away from [...]
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Like all parents in this world, I’m learning as I go along. In the early days of my first child’s craft projects I’d hover over her making sure that she did as she was ‘supposed to’.. putting the marshmallows on the lines just so and making sure the eyes went in the ‘right’ place. I’ve [...]
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Creating Innovators. The Making of Young People Who Will Change the World addresses these questions through in-depth profiles of young innovators and the adults who have made a difference in their lives, as well as vivid descriptions of innovation-driven classrooms and places of work. YES! This is what my intention for this blog is all [...]
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A beautiful heart warming video that captures the essence of what we want for our children: “to love learning, to be innovative problem solvers, read for pleasure, write with expression and be kind and thoughtful souls.” Mariah Bruehl of Playful Learning provides ideas, guidance and above all inspiration and motivation to parents and caregivers to [...]
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The other day I was in a specialty baby and kids toy store when I overheard the store clerk offer to help a customer find a gift for a new baby. The conversation caught my attention because I heard the woman say “I’m one of those grandmothers who doesn’t believe in toys that do too [...]
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Here’s a wonderful informational site about supporting the natural development of children. Aid to Life offers clear and simple approaches for parents to follow for children ages zero to three. Three key points highlighted on the homepage worth noting: 1. Create an environment that provides a rich learning environment this is appropriate to your child’s [...]
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