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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...
cathybelgrave
Nov 16, 20234 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Sep 25, 20235 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Jan 29, 20233 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Oct 29, 20224 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Aug 20, 20223 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Jan 19, 20223 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Jan 5, 20224 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Nov 12, 20213 min read
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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,...
cathybelgrave
Oct 24, 20214 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Oct 13, 20215 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Dec 27, 20203 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Apr 20, 20202 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Mar 22, 20202 min read
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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...
cathybelgrave
Jan 2, 20192 min read
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