Thirty years ago an early literacy revolution began, but it didn’t start how you might think. It began with a single computer, well, millions of them to be exact. In 1982, the Commodore 64 personal computer became available to the … Continue reading →
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Meet Hannah Pingree, former Main Speaker of the House and #6 finalist for the Healthy Child Healthy World’s “Mom on a Mission” Competition (and honorary KI Star Steward!). Hannah has successfully convinced state legislators to regulate and ban toxic chemicals … Continue reading →
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Puppets are often used in the ESL classroom for young children. These playful characters are used to provide a cultural connection to the classroom, to enhance storytime, and to model conversational phrases. In addition, the puppet can speak exclusively in … Continue reading →
Upcycle your baby clothes! If you have clothes that are not suitable for donation…think about upcycling. This Kindermusik kid and her mom upcycle clothing! They re-use baby clothes by sewing them into creative outfits like this patchwork skirt. Enhance Family … Continue reading →
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Many stories coming out of Zimbabwe these days are tough to hear. A suffering economy. Rising inflation. The AIDS crisis, spiraling crime, and the country is struggling to preserve its disappearing Mother Tongue languages as well as learn English. Learn … Continue reading →
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What’s in our CEO’s fridge, you ask? The short answer? Michael Dougherty (one of 35 employee owners) bought magnificent beets and carrots from his local CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) in Greensboro, North Carolina. Take a look at the picture he … Continue reading →
Jane Denizot is an ABC English & Me Educator in Calvados, France. This week, she shares a few tips on how she incorporates repetition with a few activity twists in the ELL classroom for young children. I find it is … Continue reading →
ABC English & Me proven classroom tips: Repetition with a twist increases learning Read More »
Watch a classroom of preschoolers writing letters from that day’s preschool lesson plan and you will see children wiggling in their seats, looking longingly over at the art table, poking classmates with fingers, or talking to each other. Preschoolers are … Continue reading →
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The British American Preschool in Milan, Italy is devoted to the unique learning needs of young bilingual children. In addition to meeting the child’s changing language needs, the school is focused on helping children develop a balance of interests and … Continue reading →
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The four parts of spatial awareness are: Distance Form (shape) Direction Position (in relationship to others) How many of you absolutely LOVE GEOMETRY? If you want your child to love it and be good at it, then you will love … Continue reading →
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