by Debbie Mondale | Apr 9, 2018 | 1.5 - 3.5 years, Summer Semester
Do you sometimes feel like your house in the summer is a ZOO? Does your child love to ROAR? We have a song to tame that lion. Do you call your child a MONKEY… for a reason? We have a song that your monkey will love and will help them direct their energy. If you...
by Debbie Mondale | Feb 25, 2018 | Lakeland
I may be a dreamer, but I believe every new life that comes into this world should have their physical needs met, AND be surrounded by love and joy and ways to thrive. Not every mother has what they need to provide all of that. Actually, I’d say EVERY mother...
by Debbie Mondale | Feb 10, 2018 | Holiday, Parenting Techniques, Rituals
Your family will be dancing, singing, and connecting in love with these songs and activities. Music is a gift that can create moments that bring us closer together, and build memories. You will enjoy using these songs in creative ways with your children. And you may...
by Debbie Mondale | Feb 3, 2018 | 0 to 18 m., Child development, Foundations of Learning
Do you ever just stop and really listen to your surroundings? It’s kind of noisy. You might hear the sounds of music or television commercials, the humming of the refrigerator or air conditioner, birds singing, cars driving by, your baby babbling, wind blowing,...
by Debbie Mondale | Jan 28, 2018 | Lakeland, Resources, Spring Semester
Whoo! Whoo ! ALL Aboard ! Children LOVE things that go ! Some of us never grow out of it. I love train rides and long road trips that give us a chance to feel the wind in our hair, see new places and connect with our traveling friends. Trains are especially exciting...
by Debbie Mondale | Jan 22, 2018 | Parent Perspectives
“This flu season is just awful. I just wish I could keep my children in a bubble that will keep them healthy.” a mom recently confided in me. This 2017-18 Flu season has brought on an onslaught of virus bugs which can be very dangerous, especially for...
by Debbie Mondale | Dec 30, 2017 | 0 to 18 m., 1.5 - 3.5 years, 3 - 5 years, Lakeland
See January Schedule Life with children often seems to revolve around food. Mix in some upbeat music, good manners & creative explorations with these mealtimes, and we have a daily carousel that keeps you and your little ones smiling. You may already know a...
by Debbie Mondale | Dec 24, 2017 | Holiday, Portfolio
Like the little drummer boy, your child seeks to offer they best they have from within, with the simple precious wrapping of the child themselves. Some children may have the joyful gift of a song. Most all children love to tell stories. The reciever of the gift...
by Debbie Mondale | Nov 15, 2017 | 1.5 - 3.5 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 7 years, Child development, Parenting Techniques, Teaching techniques
A baby’s eyes search for the source of a new crumpling sound… is it dried leaves, or paper used for pretend leaf play? A two year old learns that horses walk, trot, and gallop and can move these different ways with her body, as well as make these different...
by Debbie Mondale | Sep 16, 2017 | All ages, Child development, Foundations of Learning, Uncategorized
Music lights up the brain. Research has and continues to prove that music activates more areas of the brain at the same time. Listening is good. Interacting with the music is better. And playing an instrument… Oh… WOW – it’s like a...
