Category Archives: Cabinet of Curiosities-Updates
Eric Carle, Keith Haring and Teachable Moments
In my definition, a “teachable moments” are the unexpected lessons that come up in the day that you have to grab at…even if the don’t ‘t fit the curriculum. These lessons can be the strongest and are often more about … Continue reading
Toddler Approved Museum Activities/What Do You DO Anyway?
I always have a little trouble explaining what Cabinet of Curiosities is all about. If someone catches me off guard I usually say “Well, I really feel strongly that young children belong in museums. So, I do programs for kids … Continue reading
Bubbles!
I haven’t met kid yet who doesn’t like bubbles. Even if they don’t want to TOUCH it themselves they will usually get a kick out of chasing and popping them. What I like about bubbles is that it is so … Continue reading
Workshop Opportunities for Educators and Museum Professionals
When I started Cabinet of Curiosities, offering programs for kids was a no-brainer. I had so much fun teaching preschool and doing education programs in museums and I couldn’t imagine leaving that behind. What I didn’t realize is that I … Continue reading
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Toddler and Preschool Classes at CubRun Rec Center
This fall I will be teaching two classes for Fairfax County at CubRun Rec Center! You can register at ParkTakes Online For toddlers (18mo-3yrs) there is Wiggles and Tales at 9:50am on Tuesdays (Code: 1924662201) For preschoolers (3-4yrs) you can … Continue reading
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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
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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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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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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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