Good resource

If you're not already receiving this electronic newsletter, I'd suggest it :)

http://www.communityplaythings.com/resources/collage/currentcollage.html?source=WINcollage

Ted Talks...

...is an interesting website. Here's a link that was posted on a discussion board I host on LinkedIn.

http://www.ted.com/talks/sugata_mitra_the_child_driven_education.html

Interesting new study

Preschoolers can learn critical language skills from their better-prepared classmates, a new study finds.

http://earlyed.newamerica.net/blogposts/2012/what_influence_do_peers_have_on_preschoolers_language_skills-61978

Amelia Gambetti at MacDonald Montessori

Here’s a unique opportunity for all interested in Reggio Emilia. MacDonald Montessori School invites participants to its 2012 Winter Conference, “Reflections & Observations of the Reggio Emilia Approach” which involves presentations, exchanges, and classroom experiences, featuring Amelia Gambetti from Reggio Emilia, Italy. The downloadable flyer and registration form provide full information.
February 4th conference flyer/registration (1)
$125. includes continental breakfast and lunch, resource materials and a full day, 8:30 – 3:30. 10% discount for NAREA members and group discounts are available. For more information contact: macdonaldmontessori@comcast.net

Reggion Inspired Network Workshop on Clay

Reggio-Inspired Network of MN
November 20, 2011 10:44 am
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Clay, the next "Material Exploration" on December 3rd
Material Exploration: Clay from 9 AM to Noon on Saturday, December 3rd
Location: Nokomis Community Center
Address: 2401 E. Minnehaha Pkwy Minneapolis. For directions see www.minneapolisparks.org
Host: Sandy Burwell
Presenter: Karen Potyondy
Description: An exploration of both earth clay and paper clay with a variety of tools and materials with which to act upon the clay. Warm up exercises to become familiar with the language of clay, its consistency, temperature and malleability with all your senses. Techniques for manipulating clay – balls, coils, slabs, joining, pinch pots, etc.
Cost: $35. See registration form for payment information.
Limit: 20 participants
Registration Form for Materials Explorations (2)

Interesting article

http://www.stlbeacon.org/issues-politics/95-Education/114192-at-this-pre-school-students-set-the-curriculum-with-help-from-highly-trained-teachershttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif

Happy Thanksgiving to All!

Yoga in Early Childhood

Happy Halloween to all!

Next "Material Exploration" - Yoga for Early Childhood
November 12, 2011 10:30 – Noon
Material Exploration: Body/Movement
Program: Yoga for Early Childhood
Location: Washburn Public Library, 5244 Lyndale Ave. South, Minneapolis. Go to http://www.hclib.org/ for directions
Presenter: Milissa Link director of Tree of Life Yoga in Minneapolis, has been teaching yoga for nearly two decades. She has adapted yoga postures for toddlers through octogenarians in her private studio, as well as at corporations, schools and nonprofits. Milissa is an AMI certified Montessori Assistant and has worked in early childhood and early elementary educational environments.
Description: Yoga is a wonderful place for children to explore multiple relationships: to their own bodies, to their peers, to their community and to the planet. This workshop will provide a yoga sequence that can be adapted for children from 12 month to 6 years. Songs, mindful breathing, games and a peace walk will be interwoven with yoga postures that are appropriate for various age groups.
Benefits of yoga for children include: Large motor development, Emotional self-regulation, Social skills building, Environmental awareness
Note: Movement will be part of the session so please dress in comfortable clothing, with bare feet (socks are okay if you prefer). Yoga mats are not needed. Please leave your cell phone behind (or kindly silence it).
LIMIT: 20 Participants
Cost: $35. See registration form for payment information.

This is through the MnReggio website.