Curated Moments: Reggio-inspired Classrooms for Infants, Toddlers, and Twos - Softcover

Kesselring, Jennifer; Stewart, Ashley; Dickinson, Whitney; Bates, Jerry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1636501400 ISBN 13: 9781636501406

Publisher: Gryphon House, 2024

Synopsis

Witness the magic of open-ended exploration and the wonder of learning through play!

As a nurturing caregiver of young children, you have precious opportunities to ignite curiosity in the infants, toddlers, and twos you care for. Let Curated Moments be your guide to unlocking the possibilities of the Reggio Emilia approach for your littlest learners. This early childhood development book is perfect for caregivers of infants and toddlers. Transform your space into a sensory wonderland overflowing with joyful inquiry.

Inside, you’ll discover the art of curating moments to drive encourage play-based learning:

• Craft irresistible invitations with “intelligent materials” that spark exploration and inquiry
• How to design experiences that intrigue young minds
• A step-by-step guidance on creating playful experiences to nurture curiosity, thinking, collaboration, provocation, and communication
• How to notice the big ideas and concepts that children are exploring and use your observations to ask questions and develop next steps
• Real-life examples: Witness the magic of provocations in action, specifically tailored for infants, toddlers, and twos

Every experience matters for developing minds. By curating intentional moments, you’ll cultivate a foundation for learning and a love of exploration that last a lifetime.

About this title

About the Authors

Jennifer Kesselring, MEd, is Head of Strategic Innovation and Learning at Riverfield Country Day School in Tulsa, OK. She is currently working toward a doctorate in education at the University of Oklahoma.

Ashley Stewart is a pedagogical coordinator at Riverfield Country Day School. She earned a bachelor of science in early childhood education at Northeastern State University.

Whitney Dickinson is a pedagogical coordinator at Riverfield Country Day School. She earned a bachelor of science in education at the University of Oklahoma.

Jerry Bates, MEd, is Head of School at Riverfield Country Day School. He is currently working toward a doctorate in education at the University of Oklahoma.

From the Back Cover

Witness the magic of open-ended exploration and the wonder of learning through play. 
As a nurturing caregiver, you have precious opportunities to ignite curiosity in the infants, toddlers, and twos you care for. Let Curated Moments be your guide to unlocking the possibilities of the Reggio Emilia approach for your littlest learners. Transform your space into a sensory wonderland overflowing with joyful inquiry.
Inside, you’ll discover:

• the art of curating moments: Craft irresistible invitations with “intelligent materials” that spark exploration.
• how to design experiences that intrigue: Find step-by-step guidance on creating playful experiences to nurture curiosity, thinking, collaboration, and communication.
• how to notice the big ideas and concepts that children are exploring and use your observations to ask questions and develop next steps.
• real-life examples: Witness the magic of provocations in action, specifically tailored for infants, toddlers, and twos.

Every experience matters for developing minds. By curating intentional moments, you cultivate a foundation for learning and a love of exploration that last a lifetime.
 

Edition details

• Publisher: Gryphon House
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1636501400
• ISBN 13: 9781636501406
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160