by Debbie Mondale | Apr 7, 2021 | 3 - 5 years, 5 - 7 years, Activity ideas, For Your Enjoyment, Music Concepts, Young Child: Ages 5-7
In a In our Kindermusik for the Young Child class is currently studying African Cultural Music. Our young developing musicians were able to explore making the changing sounds that my talking drum makes. I can demonstrate a few rhythms and how the drum...
by Debbie Mondale | Feb 15, 2021 | 1.5 - 3.5 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 7 years, Activity ideas, Instruments for children, Teaching techniques
How many ways has your child explored the multitude of sounds that can be created with a simple wooden pencil? Is your little one a natural percussionist with everything they touch? How about considering the possibilities of making a homemade instrument with...
by Debbie Mondale | Feb 7, 2021 | 1.5 - 3.5 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 7 years, Emotional Well being, Foundations of Learning, Home Routines, Parenting Techniques
You and your child can easily create a Place for Peace in your home. When we create and consistently use this kind of space in our home, it can become a safe haven to truly FEEL whatever we need to feel, deeply connect with those who love us and, as well as provide...
by Debbie Mondale | Dec 28, 2020 | 0 to 18 m., 1.5 - 3.5 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 7 years, Emotional Well being, Foundations of Learning, Parent Perspectives, Social Interactions
What can I expect from my child in their progression of social-emotional development? Often, adults, even parents, tend to expect our child to act in a way in which they are not yet capable. I am totally guilty of this myself as a mom. EVEN though my education...
by Debbie Mondale | Nov 28, 2020 | 0 to 18 m., 1.5 - 3.5 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 7 years, Activity ideas, All ages, Family Event, Holiday, Instruments for children
Here in Florida, exploring Winter Wonders and the joy of playing in snow and ice… well, it takes a bit more effort to create relevant experiences for our children to grasp the concept of what they cannot REALLY experience unless you travel to snow filled...
by Debbie Mondale | Nov 15, 2020 | 3 - 5 years, 5 - 7 years, Child development, Debbie's thoughts, Parenting Techniques, Participation options, Scaffolding, Teaching techniques
During the 2020 quarantine, did you challenge your child to the “Marshmallow Test”? I saw several videos on Facebook of families that did. Watching these children’s reactions is fascinating, regardless of what treat they were challenged with. The...
