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Tag Archives: Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center
“Engaging Young Children in Museums”- New Book!
I’ve talked a lot about the Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center (SEEC) on this blog. It was my first “classroom teaching” gig and gave me a chance every day to try out ways that the museum could benefit young children. Sharon … Continue reading
3 Simple Rules
Rules are tricky for little kids. It’s not that they set out to be “anti-establishment,” in fact many experts tout how much they crave guidelines, there is just a LOT to remember and SO many temptations! Museums easily fall into … Continue reading
Museum-ing with Multiple
Right now when I got to the museum, I’ve still got a one-to-one ratio. One son + one parent = odds pretty well in my favor. If it is a weekend and my husband is with me, that is a … Continue reading
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Look Don’t Touch
How “interactive” a museum is often how people judge whether it is “kid-friendly” or not. I’d like to challenge that. Sometimes, even a space where you can’t touch anything can be a totally immersive, interactive experience for kids of all … Continue reading
When the Kids Become the Critics
Everyone is a critic, isn’t that how the phrase goes? When it comes to kids and museums…this isn’t a bad thing! Empowering kids to become museum exhibit critics can get them excited about a topic or a visit that maybe … Continue reading
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