How to Get Started with Child-Led Learning
October 27, 2016
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I will be the first person to admit that I am a bit pooh-poohey about home preschool curricula. We know that young kids need to play.
Simple Christmas: Taking the Crazy out of the Holidays
October 20, 2016
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Growing up, my mom did a great job with Christmas. My memories blur together a bit, but I remember pajama days, presents, special breakfasts, and
Respect Play
October 13, 2016
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When N was much younger, a friend asked how was getting on. This happens to be one of my favorite topics, and I quickly started describing
Hammock Camping
October 6, 2016
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One day last spring I happened upon an article about hammock camping. Thanks, Pinterest. Basically, hammock camping is meant to be amazing. Much more comfortable
Intro to Art Appreciation (for Preschoolers!)
September 15, 2016
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Crayons. Finger paints. Glitter. Cotton balls. Glue sticks. All things that come to mind when you think about art for young children. Pinterest is teeming
Practicing Masterly Inactivity with your Toddler
September 8, 2016
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Recently, I introduced Charlotte Mason’s concept of masterly inactivity. Her thinking was that it is often best to ‘let children alone’ except in situations where we need to
