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What is Process Art and Why Is It Important?
Young children love to draw and create, but often get frustrated by their inability to produce something that resembles the vision in their head. Their art becomes representational – a line stands in for an animal, a winding trail across the page reflects the movements of their subject, as though the artwork is a story…
Read MoreHistory of the Montessori Method of Education
Dr. Maria Montessori (1870-1952) was the first woman physician in Italy. She also had a degree in biological anthropology which honed her powers of meticulous observation and formed the basis of her system of education. She was not trained as a teacher, although she did take some education classes so that she could observe the…
Read MoreResource Library for Parents – Health/Nutrition/Safety/Child Development Information and Links
Staying healthy and safe is such a vital part of a child’s development. Below are some resources to help parents connect with information and resources that will help them to keep children healthy, safe, and ready to learn: King County Public Health Guidance for Early Learning/Child Care: During Covid, Keep Your Child Home If… USDA…
Read MoreHelping Your Child to Play Nice!
It is fascinating and rewarding to watch your child grow and develop into the marvelous person they are meant to be. During development it is very normal for a child to explore the themes of good and bad. Most children like to be the good guys. They act out being brave, being powerful and doing…
Read MoreThe Importance of Music in Child Development
I would teach children music, physics, and philosophy; but most music, for the patterns in music and all the arts are the keys to learning. – Plato – Ah, music! It can do so many things to us. It can inspire us, it can cause us to recall strong feelings or memories, and it can…
Read MoreNow Hiring for Teacher’s Assistant and Substitute Positions
Seeking a confident, friendly and organized teacher’s-assistant who is able to collaborate effectively with colleagues, loves children and is able to multitask. Excellent verbal communication skills, flexibility and a calm, positive outlook a must. Beautiful school and campus. Classrooms are well organized and fully equipped with teaching materials and supplies. Our school has a small…
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