Over the years I've taken my students, both in the classroom and at home, all over the world from the comfort of the classroom. We've floated through the canals of Venice, explored Martian landscape, and plunged to the depth of the sea. My secret?
Category: Arts and Crafts
Arts vs. Crafts – and why we need them
I've been seeing a lot lately about the importance of art in early childhood. And at the same time, crafts are getting a bad rap... What's more, I haven't seen much about the difference between the two. Both play an important role in development, so how do we know which is which? It's true that… Continue reading Arts vs. Crafts – and why we need them
Who was St. Patrick?
If you are a Christian educator like me, holidays like St. Patrick's Day or Halloween can be a little difficult to navigate. Maybe your school limits certain celebrations, or maybe you have your own convictions for abstaining from the holiday. But here's the thing... St. Patrick's Day started out as a sacred holiday to celebrate… Continue reading Who was St. Patrick?
Adventures With Bug and Peach 