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| Celebrating Child-led Learning | Vol. V, issue 5
Nov/Dec, 2014 |
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The holiday season always comes upon me unexpectedly. Suddenly it's time to be with family, make feasts and decorations, and watch the city transform into a glittering wonderland. Exciting events, including the NYC premiere of a long awaited for film, a spring-like exhibit of Matisse papercuts, and the annual origami tree, offer endless family fun. My opening article features important thoughts on creativity, and this issue closes with a reminder of Thanksgiving from the Native point of view. I am thankful for so much, including every single one of you! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
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Sketches of Flying Machines by Da Vinci
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Today it is hard to find creativity in the classroom unless the subject is fine arts. Why is it that people assume creativity exists only in art or music, dance or poetry? In our test-driven society, we have forgotten that creativity is a key ingredient in the path to understanding. When we participate in the creative process, we question, wonder, and reflect. We make connections. ... READ MORE...
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Visiting Museums With Children |
Don't miss the premiere screening in NYC of this much awaited documentary
which follows a family's homeschooling journey. The filmmakers will be in attendance, as well as some of the experts in the film. I'm looking forward to this!
Running time is 90 minutes, followed by a short Q&A session.
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Make a Cut-Out Collage
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Make a Matisse-inspired cut-out collage, using colored paper, scissors and glue. ... READ MORE ... |
Quote by Albert Einstein
"It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge ."
~Albert Einstein (1879-1955), physicist, creator of the theory of relativity
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Thanksgiving From the Native American Point of ViewAs part of our annual Thanksgiving celebration,
we honor the Native Americans.
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Education Uncensored
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