Category Archives: Blog
Taking a Toddler to the Museum: Why Bother? (New Post on “O Say Can You See?”)
From the last post I put up (When a Museum Visit Goes Wrong), you might think that taking your toddler to the museum isn’t worth the effort. Nothing could be further from the truth! I am a firm believer that … Continue reading
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Tagged American History, engaging, museums with kids, toddler
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When a Museum Visit Goes Wrong…
I really try to practice what I preach (about young children belonging in museums) and get my 1yr old son into museums regularly. I’d say on average we go downtown about twice a month and explore one of the museums … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Early Childhood Education, Kids in Museums
Tagged museums with kids, National Gallery of Art, planning, toddler, wrong
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The thrill of seeing the “real thing”
This past week I had a chance to go to the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) in New York City for the first time. My son was snoozing in his stroller so I really got to take things at my … Continue reading
Posted in Blog, Museum Education
Tagged modern art, MOMA, Museum of Modern Art, museums with kids, the real thing
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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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Tagged educators, museum professionals, training, workshops
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Escaping the parent trap: Facing tough topics with kids at the museum (New Post on “O Say Can You See?”)
When I was taking 3, 4 and 5 year olds into the museum every day, my brain was honed to look for “traps.” These were the edgy exhibits that usually involved nudity and maybe had subject matter that was dark … Continue reading
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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Tagged CubRun, Fairfax, toddler classes
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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
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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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