Ever since I started presenting workshops on Fred’s approach to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math), I’ve kept my ears open for stories of children’s questions about the world around them -- and for the way their teachers respond.
So I was especially delighted with what I heard when I was observing my scientist friend Elaine offer her weekly lesson with 4-year-olds. As soon as she came into the room, one of the boys came up to her and asked,”Why was my shadow so short yesterday?” She was planning to talk about magnets that day, but I could see her switch gears when she heard the question, and I loved the way she responded.
A Tribute to Fred Rogers -- and You
March 2023: March 20th would be Fred Rogers' 95th birthday, and I wanted to celebrate by sharing with you the tribute video that PBS produced shortly after his death in 2003.
February 2023: Much as I don't like the cold February weather here in Pittsburgh, one evening I found myself looking at a wintry scene with new eyes, thanks to Fred Rogers. As I was walking to my car in the parking lot, I noticed that the snow was especially beautiful. It was sparkling like diamonds.
January 2023: A while ago, I was observing a group of preschoolers, and I was amazed at how long they stayed at a task. What was so engaging? They were making something rather ordinary and kind of "old-fashioned" -- paper chains.
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