Virtual Holiday Field Trips During Covid children learning
Across the country, many children learning are at home due to school closures and recommendations for social distancing in the wake of the coronavirus. But with nowhere to go and your child’s education pausing, what can you still travel with them? Well, your child’s education and your travel plans do not have to pause during […]
Outdoor STEAM Expeditions: Leaf Sorting
National S.T.E.M./S.T.E.A.M. Day on November 8th kicks off a week of STEAM ahead! The day inspires kids to explore and pursue their interests in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Get your child excited about STEAM with an outdoor adventure to find out the job of a leaf. In this activity you will gain an […]
Inspiring parenting Story from the UK. Learn about Fran’s NHS Rocks.
In this episode, we share an inspiring parenting story from the UK. It all started when Fran Aiello, a British mom decided to discover nature with her young children and noticed rocks in her garden. Looking for ways to engage her children in a conversation about lockdowns and Covid-19, she found a creative way to […]
The Power of Making Young Learners
What are the mindsets children learning need?
When my son was young and just children learning how to be on the move, he was fearless. He tried anything, climbed with no regard to the dangers it posed, and explored wherever he pleased. But then he fell a few times and he learned fear. While in this situation, fear is healthy. I was […]
Mount Vernon School visits Oviedo
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Maker Education is about empowering learners.
Incorporating maker education into our curriculum allow us to place the interests and passions of young learners first. Maker education researchers from Project Zero at Harvard University Dr. Edward Clapp and Dr. Lynneth Solis visit our model school in Oviedo. Curriculum designers, educators and parents participate in sessions throughout the year to learn about the […]
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Four Helpful Steps on How to Stop Toddler Tantrums
Toddler Tantrums: My son had just one issue with group games – he had to be the winner! If someone was faster in a race or had more painting skills (a great mystery in his mind), the following sequence of events would follow: He would cry, throw himself on the floor, cry again, repeat. There […]
This is the Secret to Raising Empowered Learners
Raising Empowered Learners: You bring your defenseless baby back home. The smell, the smiles, the noise, and the excitement make up for the long sleepless nights! And in the blink of an eye, your little one transforms into an active toddler. Then, they become a persistent preschooler and end up becoming a challenging teenager. Some […]
