I have had these poppers (does anyone know what they are really called?;) in my prop closet for many years, and in the last few weeks I have had a creative burst wanting to create some new ideas, and for sure use some new props! I took the poppers into class with my three year olds and this is what …
Creating With Kids 2019
In 2013 I did a series that was called Creating With Kids! I interviewed 52 dance teachers, one for each week of the year and it was a wonderful way to build community and gain inspiration from other dance teachers! My question is, should we do another round of interviews?!? I would love to do it! Or should we do …
Happy Thanksgiving!
Hi Friends, Happy Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday! What’s yours? I wanted to write to tell you that I lowered the price of my curriculum and book for this week only. 25% off each one until next Monday, November 27th. Find them here: Toddler Curriculum – Ages 18 months – 3 Teaching Creative Dance – Ages 3-6 If you …
Take a Trip In My Rocket Ship
Today I was teaching dance to toddlers 18 months -24 months in a preschool and I was thinking I needed a new way to transition from one part of class to the other. A rocket ship came into my head for some reason and it worked so well! In between each section of class, I would say: Explain first what …
Book: Creative Ideas For Growing Imaginations
Here it is friends! I’m really proud to share my book with you! It’s meant to be inspiring and affordable for you in the new dance year! Find it here: Teaching Early Childhood Dance: Creative Ideas For Growing Imaginations Please reach out with any questions or comments! I would love to hear from you! 🙂 xo
Energize 2018
This weekend I presented at Energize in Chicago! I got to meet a few readers in person and it was a joy to give hugs and share stories! It was nice to have the time to reenergize for myself! I would love for you to consider coming next year! Here are some photos from the weekend! I spoke on a …
Life Update + Big Announcement
Hi Friends, How are you doing? I’m writing with a life update and a some exciting news! After taking some time off after our move from NYC and having our second baby, I’m back in action! I’m teaching again, and ready to share what I have been creating! I’m proud to announce that I finally finished the book I started …
Get energized with me in Chicago this summer!
Exiting news! I was asked to speak at Energize in Chicago this summer! Dates are August 10-12, 2018! I’m so excited and honored to have this opportunity! I have presented at dance conferences before, but I honestly can’t wait for this one! I love connecting with fellow dance teachers and educators! It’s always super energizing! 😉 Here’s a short …
A Life Update
Hi Friends! How is everyone? I’m writing with an exciting life update! We had a second baby in September! I’m so excited to introduce you to Landon. He’s a doll and just turned 3 months yesterday! Our other son Harrison, just turned 3 in November. I know we all work with 3 year olds every day, but who has one …
Library as Incubator Project
This past year I have written a few blog posts for the Library as Incubator Project. I thought you would all enjoy seeing these posts. There are many other book ideas in the project from other dance teachers as well. Check them out! We’re All Wonders Waiting For Snow I hope you can use the ideas! xo