Category Archives: Professional Observations

When You Thought I Wasn’t Looking

The following verse was sent to me by my mom yesterday. Unfortunately, I do not know the original author. Please, if you know who wrote this verse, let me know so appropriate credit can be cited. This is so true … Continue reading

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New Semester Starting Soon – Thoughts by Miss Christa

Two and a half weeks from today we will be starting our Winter 2012 Semester. I have heard from many families already and am very excited about the balance between returning families – some we haven’t seen for a semester … Continue reading

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Giving the best to our babies…

I often hear the question – why should I pay money to bring my infant to “music” class. He can’t even crawl, talk, walk etc. So, I thought today I would share my opinion on why starting your child in … Continue reading

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American Sign Language – Valuable for development

I was going to write a post today about the value of American Sign Language in communication and learning for all children. But, then I was looking at my friend, Lindsay’s blog and found that many have already done it … Continue reading

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Happy 2011 – A Year of Growth

Okay – so honestly – every year can be a year of growth and change, but at Kindermusik with Miss Christa and Friends we are really focussing on growing – not only in numbers but in the quality of classes … Continue reading

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Winter Olympic Games

I am so bummed I didn’t remember to post yesterday encouraging you to watch the Opening Ceremonies with your children. I hope some of you were able to see the very beginning with the indigenous Canadians performing their traditional dances … Continue reading

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Home from Vacation – Focusing on Summer Adventure Camps

Hello all! After a very relaxing week spent with “the girls” (mom, sister and daughter), I’m back in my office and anxiously anticipating the start of our Summer Adventure Camps in July. The Tuesday Morning Our Time class is full. … Continue reading

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Convention Report part 2

One of the greatest things about going to the big convention is getting to meet educators from all over the world and to learn about their cultures and the things they are doing where they live. Music truly is a … Continue reading

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Okay so I’m prolific today…

But, we saw this video at convention and I just remembered I wanted to share it with you when I saw it on a friend’s Facebook. Enjoy!

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Meeting the National Standards

gYesterday I had a client ask me if Kindermusik meets the National Standards for Music Education. My answer was a resounding YES! In fact, this is what I am presenting on in North Carolina in a few weeks at the … Continue reading

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