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What Ever Happened to Nap Time?
Recently, a participant in the Parenting with Positive Guidance Ecourse asked for a bit of advice. Her children had suddenly stopped napping and everyone was suffering from the consequences. Tired, grumpy kids. Frazzled, grumpy mom. What do you do?
Introducing the Number Bag: Teaching Preschool Math Concepts with Meaningful Objects
First off — Congratulations to Lora who was randomly selected for the Playful Learning Spaces Giveaway! You’ll be contacted shortly, Lora. And for the rest of you, there’s still time to sign up for Mariah’s inspiring course. Today I wanted … Continue reading
Filed under Learning through Play and Experience, Uncategorized
Mind in the Making: Q&A with Ellen Galinsky
I hope you all enjoyed the Mind in the Making Read-Along series. I’m so glad that I read it, and I’m quite confident I’ll be going back to it again and again. I’m also thrilled that Ellen Galinsky has offered … Continue reading
Playful Learning Spaces — A Giveaway!
Think about Jean Piaget, Maria Montessori, and Nate Berkus. How do these three fit in a group? Each has taught the strong impact of a thoughtfully prepared environment. Attractive and organized, of course, but it’s not just about aesthetics, it’s … Continue reading
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DIY Gifts for Mom
Mother’s Day is around the corner here in the United States, and whether you’re looking for a project to do on a grand scale with an entire class, or something simple you can create with your own little ones around … Continue reading
Filed under Celebrate!, Create, Uncategorized
First Friday QandA: “Using Your Words” vs “Fighting with Words”
(This video is also available at YouTube here.) More Information: Put Ups and Put Downs {Playful Learning} Playful Learning: Develop Your Child’s Sense of Joy and Wonder {Mariah Bruehl}
Filed under Positive Guidance and Social Skills, Uncategorized
Telling Teachers Thanks
Having been a teacher, I’ve had several friends ask for suggestions when it comes to giving gifts to teachers. Whether it’s for Teacher Appreciation Week (May 7-11) or for the end of the year, many people wonder just how to … Continue reading
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Weekend Reads 4.28.12
Articles & Presentations: Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child {Webinar with John Gottman via Talaris Insitiute} Super Mom Debunked {Toddler Approved}
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