Category Archives: Teacher Education

The Legacy of Powerful Picture Books by bell hooks

Posted on December 30, 2021 by Lullabies

“Life-transforming ideas have always come to me through books.” ~ bell hooks 2021 has seen the loss of beloved children’s authors including Eric Carle and Lois Ehlert. They are now joined by bell hooks (1952 – 2021), who added some wonderful … Continue reading →

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Welcome Spring: A Robin’s Nest Inquiry

Posted on April 30, 2021 by Lullabies

“When you have seen one ant, one bird, one tree, you have not seen them all.” ~ E.O. Wilson Robins are a common sight in my neighbourhood. I confess that they have never captured my attention the way that the … Continue reading →

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Creative Canadian Women: Five Extraordinary Artists Celebrated in Picture Books

Posted on March 20, 2021 by Lullabies

“You’ve got to keep the child alive; you can’t create without it.” ~ Joni Mitchell Women’s History Month takes place in March, and allows us to celebrate the contribution and achievements of women throughout history to the present day.  I … Continue reading →

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Mindfulness in the Virtual Kindergarten Classroom

Posted on January 30, 2021 by Lullabies

“One of the great things about children is that they have no other concern than to be simply interested in things. It is considered by some the height of mindfulness to approach the world afresh like a child.” ~ John … Continue reading →

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Indigenous Perspectives in Education: A Personal and Professional Journey

Posted on September 30, 2020 by Lullabies

“I think that reconciliation begins with self. There is reconciling at different levels of our being, and it’s not only until we connect with ourselves at those levels—whether it’s emotionally, spiritually, physically or intellectually—that we can also move into other … Continue reading →

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Outdoor Education: A Frontline Perspective on Implementing a Forest School Program

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Lullabies

“Teaching children about the natural world should be treated as one of the most important events in their lives.” ~ Thomas Berry As we prepare for children’s return to school in the fall, there is much concern – from children, … Continue reading →

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Notes on Noticing: My Nature Journaling Journey

Posted on July 25, 2020 by Lullabies

“Come forth into the light of things, let Nature be your teacher.” ~  William Wordsworth As I write this post, I am sitting on my deck, trying to focus on my surroundings and to use my senses to relate in some … Continue reading →

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Picture Books about Planting: Sowing Seeds of Wonder

Posted on May 12, 2020 by Lullabies

“All the flowers of all the tomorrows are in the seeds of today.” ~ Swedish Proverb During this time of self-isolation, getting outdoors to observe and enjoy spring’s arrival is not always easy. And not everyone has a backyard or … Continue reading →

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Kindergarten Planning 101: Ways Parents can Teach at Home During Self-Isolation

Posted on March 31, 2020 by Lullabies

“Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” ~ William Butler Yeats This post is for parents wondering how to address their child’s concerns about COVID-19, and make their well-being a priority while ensuring that learning … Continue reading →

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