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Materials, Moments, Memories: The Power of Ephemeral Art
The Poetry of Impermanence In early childhood education, where creativity and collaboration are increasingly valued, a significant...
liliannk
Mar 235 min read
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The Role of the Atelierista: Transforming Learning Through the Hundred Languages in Early Childhood
The Challenge We Face In early learning settings, art activities are everywhere. Children paint, draw, and create throughout their day....
liliannk
Mar 116 min read
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Navigating the 2025 School Year: Supporting Successful Transitions in Early Education
Managing the Transition to the New School Year Early learning centres nationwide will soon buzz with activity as children return for...
liliannk
Jan 264 min read
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Wings of Wonder: Discovering Collaborative Magic in the Everyday
Children have rich imaginations and enter into story! A project begins It began with a simple moment on a playground bench. A child...
liliannk
Dec 12, 20245 min read
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Creating Rich Learning Environments with Schema Theory
What is Schema Theory? Are you struggling to plan play areas for young children or understand what they are learning as they move,...
liliannk
Dec 10, 20245 min read
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The B.R.A.I.N. Framework: Enhancing Children's Learning
Educators make daily decisions that shape children’s learning and development in early years classrooms. When these decisions align with...
liliannk
Dec 1, 20244 min read
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When a Scraggly Plant Tells a Story: Curiosity and Meaning-Making
What gives something meaning? Educators constantly explore diverse early learning methodologies to empower our students. The Reggio...
liliannk
Nov 25, 20242 min read
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Perfect Gifts for Curious Minds
As year-end celebrations approach—Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s, or other special occasions—it’s a time of giving and sharing...
liliannk
Nov 19, 20243 min read
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Deepening Language Development Through Discovery: The LAVA Tube Method
Building Bridges from the Specific to the General Language development is the foundation of all learning and plays a crucial role in...
liliannk
Nov 18, 20245 min read
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 Unlocking the Power of Young Minds
10 Game-Changing Tips to Grow a Thinking Culture As an educator, you have the incredible power to shape the future. Teaching children...
liliannk
Nov 11, 20244 min read
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Shadows and Reflections: Illuminating Young Minds through Light Play
The First Provocation Even before I visited Reggio Emilia in 2000, I was inspired by a project centred around light and shadows. My first...
liliannk
Oct 14, 20243 min read
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Promoting Physical Education in Early Years: A Playful Path to Lifelong Skills
It's often thought that formal physical education can wait until children reach school. However, experts like Josh Candy from Early Years...
liliannk
Sep 22, 20244 min read
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Children's Collaboration through Storytelling and Visual Arts: The Three-Eyes Alien Project
Children’s collaboration often flourishes through various forms of expression, mainly when they engage in projects that allow them to...
liliannk
Sep 14, 20243 min read
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Cultivating Visual Literacy in Early Years Education
Visual literacy is a crucial skill in the early years, laying a foundation for comprehension, creativity, and social development....
liliannk
Sep 8, 20245 min read
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Beyond Assumptions: How Transparent Expectations Shape Successful Early Years Teams
I think the currency of leadership is transparency. You've got to be truthful. I don't think you should be vulnerable every day, but...
liliannk
Sep 1, 20246 min read
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Effective Techniques to Improve Children's Attention, Memory, and Adaptability
As educators, you’re likely keen to implement strategies that aid children in processing information efficiently. This process, known as...
liliannk
Aug 25, 20244 min read
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The Path to NAPLAN Success: Harnessing Seven Learning Zones in Early Years Education
The latest NAPLAN results indicate that one-third of Australian students are behind in literacy and maths knowledge. The Grattan...
liliannk
Aug 14, 20248 min read
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The Camberwell Market is Just Not the Same. And That’s a Good Thing!
Moochmax is one of 250 stalls at the Camberwell Market. Read on and learn more about it! On Sunday, 11 August, I again found myself on...
liliannk
Aug 12, 20245 min read
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From Plumbing Pipes to Pedagogy
Too often we give our children answers to remember rather than problems to solve. -- Roger Lewin In education, problem-solving is a...
liliannk
Jul 28, 20243 min read
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FIND YOUR ORGANISATION'S TRUE NORTH: 8 CONSIDERATIONS FOR HIGH-FUNCTIONING LEADERS IN THE POST-PANDEMIC ERA
It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change. -Charles Darwin Due...
liliannk
Jul 21, 20244 min read
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