Let’s continue our journey to a child’s inner world through his drawings. This section includes the following points in regard with drawing process: Common Myths Use of specific Colours House drawings Tree drawings Common Myths This is an important step towards the journey, to dispel some common
February 23,2017
Interpreting Children’s Inner world Through their drawings- Part 1
What a child draws is just like an open window that sheds light into her inner world. Each drawing has its own journey which describes a child’s personality and behavior. Children’s drawings or scribbles or handwriting are an excellent opportunity for parents and educators to understand their mi
Music, movement and art are a vital part of your child’s creative educational growth. Experiences with the Arts support your child’s innate desire to create, build on his natural curiosity, and open avenues for self-expression and learning in all curriculum areas. Recent studies support the impo
“You are never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child.” -Dr. Seuss I have talked about the importance of reading to your child in previous Kinderpillar blogs. That simple fact cannot be stressed too much. You actually are teaching your child how to read, just by [&he
In early childhood education sector, three major trends or movements are on rise which are getting popular among early learning centers, preschools and day care centers across the globe. These trends are helping schools grow professionally and also to the parents’ satisfaction. 1. Professionaliz
“The things that make me different are the things that make me… ME.”-ByPiglet from “Winnie the Pooh” We live in an ever-expanding, diverse world that is full of people with different appearances, abilities, interests, beliefs, and cultures. One of the best things you can do to help your
Prof. Ellen Booth Church- Special Friends and Monsters Under the Bed-“Lessons I learned from my Mother” “All our knowledge has its origin in our perceptions.” –Leonardo Da Vinci Did you have a special or imaginary friend as a child? I did! Those that know me as an International Ke
August 04,2016
A Look at Common Pre-Reading and Pre-Writing Questions
Over the many years that I have been a teacher families have asked a few common questions about early reading and writing issues they are seeing in their child. Here are a few of them and the answers I have provided. I hope this is helpful for all! – Ellen Booth Church Trouble with Grasping
Studies are showing that children all over the world are getting too sedentary. They sit more than they move. With the prevalence of growing technology, children are sitting in front of screens more than any time in history. Children need to move and they move to learn. In fact, children make sense
May 26,2016
Using Photography with Children
Everyone is taking photos nowadays. It is so easy and it is a great way to build your child’s skills. Families and schools can now use their mobile phones to take excellent photographs. No need to grab a camera anymore, just click the precious moments and memories you want to share with your child