Great Eye-deas

Think of the world

You carry within YOU.

-Rainer Maria Rilke-

Hoping everyone had a good Thanksgiving. Our gathering was small,

relaxed and very enjoyable.

Today I would like to share a philosophy that has been a foundation upon which I have built my teaching.  It is the fact that our children (students) do not come to us as empty vases that we have to fill.  Instead, they come to us with experiences, thoughts and ideas, even at a young age. (Piaget) It is not our job to pour information into children, but to help them discover for themselves.

I would like to share a "prop" that I developed, used and even have on my head at this moment. It is a "Great Eye-dea" Hat.

Here's a hat to help you think

Of things unique and rare.

Just put it on your head

And you will have "Eye-deas" to spare.

Use your imagination,

Solve problems and create.

This hat is made for anyone

Who's stuck, don't hesitate.

So, put it on, just find a place

That's quiet and discreet.

And you will find that with it's help

Your thoughts become complete.

                    Materials: (Find in a craft store)

Plastic visor

Two googly eyes

1/2 yd of ribbon (optional)

1 Black painty pen

1 White painty pen.

Glue gun

Here's to Great Eye-deas!

This can be ordered for $7.95 ( including shipping) jadtckl@ecentral.com

Don't forget the Grand Opening of Dancing the Soul, a center for movement and stillness.                                                       Sat. Dec. 4th from 8-4.

                                                                                     950C Jersey St. (80220)

Sample as many classes as you want $25 + children's craft activity on the half hour beginning at 9, for $5.

Jane