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A few weeks ago I wrote about letting children decide how to use the paint provided to them, even if the teacher has a different plan. Whe...

It started as a simple watercolor paint activity. Two colors of liquid watercolor paint in spill proof cups, and sheet of watercolor paper....

After observing how engaged my two-year-olds were while filling containers and exploring the concepts of empty space and fullness , I decid...

I’m always fascinated by young children’s drive to fill and empty containers, and how a simple collection of containers and things to put i...

“Paint goes on the paper.” “Use your brush, not your hands.” “We’re not finger painting today.” I’ve heard these phrases over and ...

I’m a big fan of the Food Network show Chopped . In this show, chefs compete to create unique dishes using strange combinations of assigned...

On the surface, “ Emergent Curriculum” sounds easy enough. Observe the children, listen to their comments and questions, and find ways to ...