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Early learning from home: Physical Development in Tight Quarters

Early learning from home: Physical Development in Tight Quarters

Over the years, we have complicated physical health for children with the idea that they require pre-made structures and highly organized activities with lots of equipment. But that is not the case; 

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Early learning from home: Social development in self isolation

Early learning from home: Social development in self isolation

Practicing social distancing is challenging, but it does not mean we have to feel isolated and alone. This is especially important for young children and their parents, and the good news for them is that there are two silver linings to quarantine in 2020. 

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Early learning from home: Establishing a new normal

Early learning from home: Establishing a new normal

Around the globe, people are adjusting to a new reality. But even through this complexity, the world is still spinning — and the busy bodies of our infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners are still growing. As a registered early childhood educator, I understand...

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Designers and makers are stepping up — here’s how students can get involved

Designers and makers are stepping up — here’s how students can get involved

Last week, my local hospital put out a call for handmade masks, for use by visitors and discharged patients. My wife, Virginia, got to work immediately — and with glee; she was energized by the opportunity to help our local community in a time of need, and downright ecstatic about finding a great use for some of the amazing fabric she picked up at a vintage market last year. 

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Kickstart your remote learning plan: Three Tips From An Educator Abroad

Kickstart your remote learning plan: Three Tips From An Educator Abroad

David Hotler, a teacher at the American School of Madrid, addressed these questions and many others during a webinar last week, attended by more than 50 teachers and school leaders from across North America. (You can re-watch the webinar, hosted and moderated by Future Design School Director of Learning Sandra Nagy, via the link below.)

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