This is a book that opens minds and connects people. It is one of my absolute favorite books to share with young children because it opens up so much space for wonder, curiosity and freedom. One of the reasons why I began working in Early Childhood Education was to be able to spend time aroundContinue reading “If…”
Author Archives: Andrea Dupree
image of the child
There are hundreds of different images of the child.Each one of you has inside yourself an image of thechild that directs you as you begin to relate to a child.This theory within you pushes you to behave incertain ways; it orients you as you talk to the child,listen to the child, observe the child. ItContinue reading “image of the child”
Reggio-inspired Education in the Virtual Space
Before I launch into my thoughts on this topic, I want to state that I know everyone is trying their best- especially in recent months. Parents of young children in particular are deserving of much grace and support as they work to navigate these trying times. I in no way mean to belittle or diminishContinue reading “Reggio-inspired Education in the Virtual Space”
Outschool + Reggio-inspired Education
Like thousands of educators and families, I became aware of Outschool during the global shift to distance learning. Prior to March 2020 I was not familiar with online education options and only through engaging in distance learning with my class of once in-person students did I come to understand the possibilities for connection & explorationContinue reading “Outschool + Reggio-inspired Education”
my journey to virtual educator
I have a lot to share about my ongoing experiences with Outschool and embracing the role of virtual educator….
New Year Traditions
2021 Every other New Year I re-start my blog…so in the spirit of tradition and trying again here we go! In this iteration I plan to share about my Master’s degree explorations in Innovative Early Childhood Education, my journey from in-person to virtual educator, Yoga, art-making and motherhood.
Krewe of Tradition
I’ve already neglected this blog🌪 But how about this! KREWE of TRADITION What’s old is new again 💜💚💛
making Mardi Gras
My favorite thing about Mardi Gras is the communal creative spirit it conjures. In New Orleans and most of South Louisiana there’s an air of frenzied energy around. It usually (for me) starts right around the beginning of the New Year and then, depending on how early or late Mardi Gras falls, builds up steamContinue reading “making Mardi Gras”
hello again. 2019 reboot
Yesterday I remembered that almost every New Year’s day in the last decade or so I rebooted my blog. For whatever reason I tend towards removing said blog somewhere around Summer, but the idea of putting it up for a time is compelling. Though I’ve shuffled my professional titles a bit in recentContinue reading “hello again. 2019 reboot”
What’s old is new again
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