by Debbie Mondale | Sep 21, 2018 | Cultural Excursions, Debbie's thoughts, Emotional Well being, Holiday, Parent Perspectives, Parenting Techniques, Rituals
On this International Day of Peace, I seek solace and comfort in songs of peace, as I cry for the lack of it’s prevelance in our world. How can we feel any sort of peace when we are bombarded by so much hate around us. I will not dwell on the hate. I will...
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 | Jan 12, 2016 | 0 to 18 m., Emotional Well being, Home Routines, Parenting Techniques, Rituals, Social Interactions
“Good Morning my sunshine.” A baby wakes up… and everybody wakes up, although some folks get to go back to sleep. A stumbling parent fights the urge to stop at the bathroom in order to reach the baby as soon as possible, opens the door, and...
by Debbie Mondale | Jan 4, 2016 | 0 to 18 m., Lakeland, News & Updates, Rituals, Spring Semester
Your young baby has slept (as well as possible), been fed, diapered, and cuddled… and both of you are ready for some fun… maybe even ready to LEAVE the house and connect with people. But where? Imagine a safe and happy place where you and Baby can get down on the...
by Debbie Mondale | Apr 19, 2014 | All ages, Holiday, Parenting Techniques, Resources, Rituals
Which events does your family celebrate in April? Passover? Easter? Earth Day? How about all three? What is the best way to celebrate these events with children? There are many answers to that question that are key to who you are and what you believe. If a...
by Debbie Mondale | Nov 23, 2013 | Activity ideas, All ages, Rituals, Vocal Play
Kookaburra bounces on Mommy’s knee, in Kindermusik class we sing with glee, Shake, Kookaburra, Dance, Kookaburra, Love that music do we. Several of our Kindermusik units include a popular folk song about an Australian bird, the Kookaburra. The Kookaburra has a...
