cathybelgrave
An Invitation to Listen
I I recently took a workshop on field listening - consciously listening to outside sounds. I was amazed at how much sound there was...
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cathybelgrave
- Sep 25
- 5 min
How We View Children: Towards Play-Based Learning
Like many educators, I take time to reflect on my teaching practice, looking for areas of growth. Whenever I do this, I find my...
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cathybelgrave
- Jan 30
- 3 min
When We Feel Stuck: Towards a Play-Based Practice
As I continue my journey with play-based learning, I'm realizing that to create an environment for children to inquire deeply and learn...
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cathybelgrave
- Oct 30, 2022
- 4 min
Living in the Grey Zone
Last week a colleague and I had a thought provoking conversation about how to support or mentor educators who want to bring more...
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cathybelgrave
- Aug 20, 2022
- 3 min
The Aftermath of Covid
A couple weeks ago, I witnessed firsthand the effect of Covid's social isolation on preschool children. I was running an outdoor...
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cathybelgrave
- Jan 20, 2022
- 3 min
When the Words Self Care Make You Cringe
Some days I find myself cringing when I hear the words self care. It makes me feel like there's one more thing being asked of me, and it...
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cathybelgrave
- Jan 6, 2022
- 4 min
Finding Rhythm in an Ever Changing Landscape
So here we are again, dealing with another variant. Depending on where you live, you may be scrambling to figure out how to safely...
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cathybelgrave
- Nov 13, 2021
- 3 min
Loose Parts: A Vehicle for Change?
I recently had the opportunity to attend an online educational conference on loose parts. Having used loose parts in my preschool...
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cathybelgrave
- Oct 24, 2021
- 4 min
Halloween: A Shift in Perspective
With the end of October fast approaching, we see the evidence of Halloween - front lawns decorated, activities with pumpkins, bats,...
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cathybelgrave
- Oct 14, 2021
- 5 min
Writing as Communication
With our culture's focus on academic achievement, we often forget that writing is a means of communication. At school, the curriculum...
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cathybelgrave
- Dec 28, 2020
- 3 min
Relationships & Learning
Just before school broke for the holiday season, I had a magical moment with one of my tutoring students. He is in grade 3 and at school...
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cathybelgrave
- Apr 21, 2020
- 2 min
Nature Connection for All Ages
Connecting with nature can be a great way to spend time with yourself or with immediate family. The experience of the breeze on your...
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cathybelgrave
- Mar 22, 2020
- 2 min
My Friend the Tree
Yesterday, I went for a walk, and because I was by myself, I found myself more in tune with nature. I was noticing details I may not...
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cathybelgrave
- Jan 2, 2019
- 2 min
Relationships: We're All Connected
I recently spent a morning with my 19 month old friend. We had a great time playing and sharing food as we usually do. On this...
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