Author Archives: D.C. Enthusiast
Making Museum Visits Engaging for Kids (New Post on “O Say Can You See?”)
As someone who loves museums, I consider myself to be very, very lucky. I live within walking distance of a Metro that will zip me to downtown D.C. in 45min. From there I can easily walk to dozens of museums, … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Early Childhood Education, Kids in Museums, Museum Education
Tagged American History, engaging, museums with kids
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Science Investigation with the Youngest Learners
I’ve been really lucky during my Cabinet of Curiosities adventure to have all kinds of people supporting me, giving me tips and “likes” and sharing contacts. It has led me to some really interesting projects and made me stretch myself … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Early Childhood Education, Museum Fun at Home
Tagged preschool, science, toddlers
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Is it Summer Already?
Hard to believe that June is not only here but is almost half over! Cabinet of Curiosities has had a busy spring and I am so grateful for all of the support and interest we’ve had from the community. Just … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Cabinet of Curiosities-Updates
Tagged CubRun, Fairfax, preschool classes, science, summer, toddler classes, workshops
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Upcoming Classes in Fairfax!
I am very excited to be adding more classes to the roster at Cabinet of Curiosities! “Science Sleuths” is going to be offered at PB&Jack on May 28th, June 4th, June 11th and June 18th. Registration is open and you … Continue reading
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Tagged CubRun, Fairfax, toddler classes
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Locally Sourced Culture
I came back from the Virginia Association of Museums (VAM) Conference full of energy and ideas and ready to share them with you. Then, somehow, this month just galloped away from me! However, I am still super excited about what … Continue reading
Ideas for a Budding Museum Founder
Someone wrote me a really intriguing message through Facebook the other day. I have a 7 year old son who often talks about running a museum with one of his good friends. I am just curious how you got interested … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Early Childhood Education, Museum Education, Museum Fun at Home
Tagged museums with kids
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Animals in Winter with Vienna Moms Inc.
This morning was, I think, the biggest program to date! Vienna Moms Inc. (http://www.viennamoms.org/) hosted at Patrick Henry Library and we had a great turn-out of budding scientists! The biggest challenge with programs like that is to make sure that … Continue reading
VAECE, VAM and AAM Presentations!
Cabinet of Curiosities is going on the road! There are three exciting presentations coming up in the next three months that should appeal to Early Childhood Educators AND Museum Professionals. Hopefully you can come check them out and give me … Continue reading
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Tagged conferences, educators, museum professionals, presentations, workshops
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Happy (and hopefully healthy) 2013!
Naturally, I had all sorts of great resolutions for 2013. I was very excited to dive in to the new year and make sure you got all kinds of great new programs IMMEDIATELY. I mean, I know you have just … Continue reading
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Animal Habitats with Burke Centre Library
I had so much fun working with the Burke Library on their “Animal Habitats” program! It was a really energetic crew of kids and they dove in without hesitation to the story and all the activities. Weren’t able to make … Continue reading
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