Author Archives: D.C. Enthusiast
L is for Lunch Counter
Your online “brand” is carefully curated. You put out information the way you want it to be shared. You try to shape the narrative, so to speak, of your life. This….is not on message. It is not a well organized … Continue reading
Not Just a Chair
This is not just a chair, it was one of the most welcome sights in the Maryland Science Center. Tucked in a corner of the baby/toddler area it was comfortable, had a footstool and a “Boppy” pillow nearby. I have … Continue reading
Posted in Kids in Museums, Uncategorized
Tagged infant, museums with kids, nursing, Parents, quiet activities, tough topics
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Snow Day Bingo
My 3.5 year old loves to watch TV. I don’t blame him, I like it too. But it can make things tricky when we are stuck inside. “Can I watch TV? No? WHEN can I watch TV?” Put that on … Continue reading
Posted in Early Childhood Education, Uncategorized
Tagged bingo, homemade, Parents, preschool, reward chart, snow, snow day
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Nature Walk Made Simple
Getting children outside to experience and learn from nature doesn’t take a lot of tools or preparation…it doesn’t even take a lot of nature. It mostly takes time, questions and a willingness to get a little messy. What shouldn’t stop … Continue reading
Posted in Early Childhood Education, Museum Fun at Home, Uncategorized
Tagged everyday, local culture, outdoor, Parents, science, STEM, teachable moments
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New Years Resolution
Asking for help is not my forte. When it comes to my job (both Cabinet of Curiosities and stay-at-home Mom) I feel like I shouldn’t inconvenience anyone or else, what? I don’t deserve to work? I shouldn’t have any of … Continue reading
Posted in Cabinet of Curiosities-Updates
Tagged everyday, infant, Parents, planning, preschool, teachable moments, tough topics
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5 Minute Object Lesson: Secret Pizza Party
Of all the presents under the tree, the one that has brought the most giggles is the book “Secret Pizza Party” by Adam Rubin and Daniel Salmieri. After just a few readings we were all craving pizza but we couldn’t … Continue reading
Posted in Early Childhood Education, Museum Fun at Home
Tagged children's books, cooking, Literacy, math, pizza
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Red- Michael Hall
Most education articles and books focus on how to help kids understand difficult concepts in concrete age appropriate ways. Sometimes though, it is the adults who need that even more. “Red” by Michael Hall is a clear reminder that every … Continue reading
Just Ask
The holiday season is here, kids are off from school and a lot of us are going to holiday parties or traveling to see friends and family. Packing up the kids is never easy, they just seem to come with … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Early Childhood Education
Tagged Brady Campaign, Gun Sense, infant, Just Ask, planning, preschool, teachable moments, toddler, tough topics
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Meeting Your Own Museum Needs
Since my kids came along, I have grown accustomed to the different pace they set for our day. Places for lunch are analyzed for quick food delivery, activities are weighed against nap and bedtime schedules and time for “grown up” … Continue reading
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5 Minute Object Lessons
“Object based learning” sounds like such a buzzword. Maybe it brings to mind a really complicated lesson with a lot of moving parts, or a super unique object that the child has never seen before. Sure, you could do it … Continue reading
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