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November 25, 2020

Ignite by Hatch – A Parent Perspective

Contributed by Jennifer Horner, Director of Education   Screen time is a phrase many parents, like myself, cringe about. Yet, I’ve been grateful for one particular app that’s helped my child actually learn and helped me better understand what he knows, and what he doesn’t.   When presented with Ignite by Hatch, I was ready Read More »

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March 21, 2016

It Takes a Big Heart to Help Shape Little Minds

Contributed by Jennifer Horner, Education Specialist Early childhood professionals have a unique role in a child’s life. Every interaction is shaping their social and emotional development and is setting the stage for the rest of their lives. It’s true! The relationship a teacher develops with a child directly impacts the way they interact with others as Read More »

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January 2, 2016

Unit 4 – ASL (American Sign Language) for Infants and 1YO’s

  Use the link below to access the Unit 4 ASL (American Sign Language) Guide for Infants and 1YO’s. Infant & 1YO Sign Language – Unit 4 Unit 1-3 links are also included. It’s important to repeat and reinforce previously introduced signs as well. Infants commonly get frustrated because they are unable to communicate their Read More »

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January 2, 2016

Unit 4 Infant & 1YO Yoga Guide

The Infant and 1YO Yoga Guide for Unit 4 is available at the link below: Infant & 1YO Yoga Guide – Unit 4 This link also includes all previous Unit 1-3 yoga guides. It’s important to revisit previously introduced poses to strengthen both physical and cognitive development. Repetition is key in early childhood! Why Yoga? The American Academy Read More »

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September 27, 2015

Unit 2 Preschool Math Guide

The Preschool Math Guide for Unit 2 is available at the link below: Preschool Math_Unit 2 You’ll notice that the Unit Guides have been updated for the new school year! The objective of Unit 2 is for your students to have meaningful math experiences during each and every doodle day. This will happen in your classroom by… Introducing and promoting “math talk” Read More »

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September 27, 2015

Unit 2 Pre-K Math Guide

The PreK Math Guides for Unit 2 are available at the links below: PreK Math_Week of October 12 PreK Math_Week of October 19 PreK Math_Week of October 26 PreK Math_Week of November 2 PreK Math_Week of November 9 PreK Math_Week of November 16 PreK Math_Week of November 23 You’ll notice that the weekly Math Guides have been updated for Read More »

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September 26, 2015

Unit 2 Yoga Guide (T,PS,PK,SA)

The Toddler, Preschool, PreK and School Age Yoga Guide for Unit 2 is available at the link below: Unit 2- Yoga Guide You’ll notice that the Yoga Guide has been updated for the new school year! The objective of Unit 2 is for your students to have meaningful yoga experiences during each and every doodle day. This will happen in your classroom by… Integrating yoga Read More »

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September 25, 2015

Unit 2 Infant & Young Toddler Yoga Guide 2015

The Infant and 1YO Yoga Guide for Unit 2 is available at the link below: Infant & 1YO Yoga Guide – Unit 2 Why Yoga? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and The National Association of the Education for Young Children (NAEYC) recommendthat children should participate in activities that support the development of the whole child. Yoga is Read More »

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September 25, 2015

Unit 2 ASL (American Sign Language) for Infants & 1YOs

ASL: American Sign Language  Unit 2 Curriculum Support for Infants & 1YOs Infants commonly get frustrated because they are unable to communicate their wants and needs with their care giver. When infants learn sign language before they are able to talk, they are able to communicate in an appropriate way. Research also shows that children Read More »

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August 14, 2015

Unit 1 Pre-K Math Guide

The PreK Math Guides for Unit 1 are available at the links below: PreK Math_Week of September 7, 2015 PreK Math_Week of September 14, 2015 PreK Math_Week of September 21, 2015 PreK Math_Week of September 28, 2015 PreK Math_Week of October 5, 2015 You’ll notice that the weekly Math Guides have been updated for the new school year! The objective of Read More »

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