Tag Archives: Child development
Understanding of how children develop in all domains: physical, cognitive, language, and social/ emotional
Face-to Face Communication
Face-to-face communication develops language in young children. Face-to-screen does not.
Loose Parts: Simple Materials, Big Outcomes – Natural Materials
Loose Parts: Simple Materials, Big Outcomes
What are loose parts? Simple, movable, open-ended, engaging, imaginative, and creative materials that produce major outcomes! There are endless possibilities and benefits of implementing loose parts into your classroom and outside on the playground. Check out some natural loose parts to include in your learning environment.
Loose Parts: Simple Materials, Big Outcomes – Synthetic Materials
Loose Parts: Simple Materials, Big Outcomes
What are loose parts? Simple, movable, open-ended, engaging, imaginative, and creative materials that produce major outcomes! There are endless possibilities and benefits of implementing loose parts into your classroom and outside on the playground. Check out some synthetic loose parts to include in your learning environment.
My Top 10 Resources for Curriculum Planning
Looking for ideas when writing curriculum for your early childhood classroom? Check out 10 of my favorite “go-to” resources. This is not an all-inclusive list, but these are books I use often and recommend frequently.
Process Based Experiences
Why are process-based experiences important? Watch and discover how open-ended experiences such as process-based art can help enhance skills and get children ready for kindergarten.
How do I help my child get ahead academically?
How do I help my child get ahead academically? How can I make sure my child is on track academically? The answer will surprise you! Let them play! Discover how playing supports all domains of child development and helps prepare your child for school!