Nature Wonderings: Responsive Moments for Artful Connection and Joy

A co-authored blog by Frances Forshlager and Dr Gai Lindsay Remember when it felt like the whole world was quiet? When there was not even one sound or vapor trail in the endless dome of blue sky above? When cars largely stayed in garages and birdsong reminded us of things we had missed hearing in … Continue reading Nature Wonderings: Responsive Moments for Artful Connection and Joy

Art inside, outside and all around: Children as visible and engaged citizens

Ruth Harper - East West Childcare and Kindergarten, Melbourne, Australia Introduction by Dr Gai Lindsay Children are citizens in their communities and have the same rights as all citizens to visit, experience and be seen (and heard) in public spaces, including public transport, libraries, museums and exhibitions. The convention on the Rights of the Child … Continue reading Art inside, outside and all around: Children as visible and engaged citizens

Shared musings: Colouring-in, templates and worksheets in early childhood settings

By Dr. Gai Lindsay (with excerpts from a bunch of fabulous early childhood practitioners, academics and colleagues - included with permission). This blog aims to expand reflection and contribute to the ongoing discussion about the choices early childhood professional make in relation to stencils, colouring-in and worksheets. I will firstly share excerpts from a professional … Continue reading Shared musings: Colouring-in, templates and worksheets in early childhood settings