Tag Archives: preschool

The Fun Doesn’t Have to Stop

Posted on April 1, 2014 by D.C. Enthusiast

Museum Educators are constantly thinking about how to get people excited and KEEP them excited the museum. After all, they want you to come back! Besides having interesting things to do when you are actually there, many educators (especially those … Continue reading →

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You Don’t Have to Be Quiet in a Museum

Posted on March 25, 2014 by D.C. Enthusiast

That’s right, I said it…you don’t have to be quiet in a museum. This is one of the most persistent myths I hear about, that museums need the same reverent silence expected in most houses of worship. It isn’t true! … Continue reading →

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Does it Roll? Embracing small science moments

Posted on March 18, 2014 by D.C. Enthusiast

In a post for the National Science Teachers Association I talked about looking out for the “small science moments” throughout the day. Toddlers will joyfully embrace science (especially if it is science related to gravity!) so all we have to … Continue reading →

Posted in Blog, Early Childhood Education, Museum Fun at Home | Tagged cars, engaging, preschool, ramps, science, teachable moments, toddler, tunnels | 1 Comment

Choose Your Own Museum Adventure

Posted on March 9, 2014 by D.C. Enthusiast

“What museum should I go to?” That is by far the question I get asked the most frequently…and it is one of my favorites! I love hearing about the someone’s interests and then trying to match them up with the … Continue reading →

Posted in Blog, Cabinet of Curiosities-Updates, Kids in Museums | Tagged engaging, exhibit, Kid Trips, local culture, museums with kids, preschool, toddler | 1 Comment

Am I Allowed to Have a Favorite Toy?

Posted on January 23, 2014 by D.C. Enthusiast

I had written a pretty snarky post about “unitasker toys” (riffing off of Alton Brown‘s strong dislike of single purpose kitchen tools) You know the toys I mean, the ones that are only fun if you play with them the … Continue reading →

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Strength in Numbers

Posted on January 14, 2014 by D.C. Enthusiast

Museums have a reputation of being a place for solitary reflection. It seems like you are supposed to go, wander, read and observe and be hushed by the momentousness of what you are seeing. Sure that can be great, sometimes, … Continue reading →

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Everyday Museums

Posted on January 7, 2014 by D.C. Enthusiast

I remain an unashamed advocate of taking kids to museums (babies, toddlers, big kids….all kids). If you are feeling nervous because you aren’t sure if they will like it or don’t know what to do when you are there…that is … Continue reading →

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Sing Out Loud!

Posted on December 12, 2013 by D.C. Enthusiast

It didn’t take me long in the preschool classroom to learn the power of song. Don’t get me wrong, I am not a singer, but that didn’t seem to matter. I could repeat the same request until I was blue … Continue reading →

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New Posts for American History, NAEYC and Kid Trips!

Posted on December 3, 2013 by D.C. Enthusiast

I’ve been lucky enough to find a few soapboxes where I can talk about young children and museums. This week, I had three pieces published all within a few days of each other! For American History, a follow up on … Continue reading →

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Bubbles!

Posted on November 28, 2013 by D.C. Enthusiast

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 →