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Mixing It Up in Mixed-Age Classes

Back in 1996, Canadian educator Mary Gordon had a lofty goal: She wanted to create a more peaceful and caring society by working to build up the empathy of schoolchildren.

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Support Your Toddler's Emerging Independence

“NO! STOP SINGING!”  

 Parents: Have you been issued the verbal equivalent of a cease and desist order by the tiny tyrant who resides in your house every time you start singing along to your favorite tune? If so, this post is for you!  

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Ms Libby brings so much joy to our weekends. She has all the right instincts when it comes to the entire range of children and their personalities. She makes everyone feel welcome and loved, and she shares music in such a beautiful way.

— Kristin García