My early childhood education work – whether it’s in the form of keynotes, consulting, coaching, books, articles, or radio interviews – is primarily dedicated to the understanding, now confirmed through brain research, that active learning equals authentic learning. We have to teach to the whole child!
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Teachers typically require crisscross-applesauce during circle or story time because they want the children to pay attention! But wiggling and moving doesn’t necessarily mean they’re not! In fact, being required to sit crisscross-applesauce – sitting cross-legged, with the back straight and hands in the lap – may mean they pay even less attention, because this position is particularly challenging and can require a great deal of concentration!
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It snowed here in the DC Metro area recently. I wasn’t happy about it –…
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A colleague in London sent me a newspaper article about the cot (crib, here in…
