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Author
Publisher
Shambhala
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
All children are born wired to learn and to love. As young children explore the world and interact with others, their brains can naturally develop in incredible ways. And yet, despite our best intentions, early education often fails to fully encourage this natural learning and empathy. Alvarez believes we can revolutionize early childhood learning through natural creativity, strong human connections, spontaneous free play, and more. She explains the...
Author
Publisher
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Make math learning both meaningful and fun by building on children's natural curiosity to help them grow into confident problem solvers and investigators of math concepts. Using five math-related questions children wonder about as a framework, this book helps you go deeper into everyday math with children by offering : A basic overview of math ideas behind matching and sorting, patterns, number sense, measuring, and spatial relationships ; 20 activities...
Author
Publisher
Redleaf Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
"Use this comprehensive framework and developmentally appropriate activities to teach young children compassion, conflict resolution, respect, and other positive, pro-social values as you cultivate a peaceful and supportive learning environment for all children"--
Author
Publisher
Harvest, an imprint of William Morrow
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Moskowitz shares what she has learned both as a parent and an educator about raising children to be enthusiastic and successful learners. Her most important message is that parents can and should play a critical role in their children's intellectual development. Each year, children only spend about 180 days in school; how they spend the remaining 185 days is up to their parents. Children who continue to learn when they are out of school will make...
Author
Publisher
American Library Association
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Diamant-Cohen provides examples and tips for adapting MGOL (Mother Goose on the loose) for programs in and outside of the library. Facilitators are encouraged to adapt MGOL to fit their personalties, their communities, and their audiences. By tailoring sessions to match the skills and interests of both the presenters and the audience, they can establish a positive, nonjudgmental atmosphere that encourages person-to-person connections. -- adapted from...
Author
Publisher
Hap-Pal Music
Pub. Date
p1994
Language
English
Description
These easy to learn activity songs are designed for pre-school and primary grade learners. Each song is repeated in an instrumental version. Once children have learned a song, they can sing along without hearing the words, or make up their own words and create their own movements.
Author
Series
Publisher
Free Spirit Publishing
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
This colorfully illustrated story teaches children that there are alternative things to do with their hands besides hitting when they are feeling angry. Includes activities
Los niños aprenden cosas divertidas y educativas que pueden hacer con sus manos: jugar, aplaudir, construir, ayudar y mantenerse seguros. Aprenden también alternativas para no pegar: dibujar, saltar, hablar de los sentimientos y muchas otras.
Publisher
ThinkFun, Inc
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Zingo brings fast-paced excitement and learning to the classic game of Bingo! Slide the Zinger to reveal picture tiles, make a match and fill your card to win. Images with printed words and two levels of play make this the perfect game to grow with.
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