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The Ooey Gooey® Library archives articles and websites that we find particularly
interesting, so we thought we'd share them with you! Some of these articles
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IPA/USA
The purpose of IPA/USA is to protect, preserve, and promote play as
a fundamental right for all humans. This website is a resource for
planning a PLAY DAY, finding a RECESS ADVOCATE or just gathering
more information on why PLAYING is a crucial element in a positive
upbringing for our children.
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Brain Gym
Brain Gym includes 26 easy and enjoyable targeted activities that
integrate body and mind to bring about rapid and often dramatic
improvements in: concentration, memory, reading, writing,
organizing, listening, physical coordination, and more.
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MaryAnn Kohl
This is MaryAnn Kohl's website. Her website is filled with art
projects from her books that celebrate art as a process, not just as
a product. In her words: "It is this process of exploring and
creating, rather than the finished product, that is most important
for the young artist. Our art activities leave room for the artist
to use imagination and exploration, keys to creativity." No wonder
Lisa and MaryAnn get along so well!
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School Moves
There is an expression among PE teachers, "No children left on their
behinds." This phrase was coined to balance the academic focus of
President Bush's No Child Left Behind legislation. How is your
child's school dealing with the increased academic demands? Are
worksheets crowding out hands-on activities? Has time allocated for
PE and recess been reduced or eliminated altogether? check out Deb
WIlson's school moves website for more ...
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Thomas Armstrong
"My work as an educator and psychologist in the fields of multiple
intelligences, the myth of ADD/ADHD, and the natural genius of kids,
has been guided by a belief that all children are gifted children.
The biggest challenge for parents and teachers is to remove the
roadblocks that keep those gifts from being recognized, celebrated,
and nurtured." - Thomas Armstrong, PhD. For more, be sure to visit
his website.
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Patch Adams
You've read the books - maybe even seen the move... but do
you know what the "real" patch adams is up to? Check it out
- The Gesundheit! Institute is "dedicated to upholding a
radical socio-political vision replacing greed and
competition with generosity, compassion and
interdependence."
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The Anachronistic Mom
Why would a nice, cooking and gardening-style mom have a manifesto? Why
not? As a matter of fact, let me toss that back at you. Shouldn't
every mother out there have a manifesto? Maybe, in response to the
crushing pressures of today's life, a manifesto is just what a parent
needs.
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Bev Bos
Link here to Bev Bos' website and check out all the wonderful books she
recommends! Get info about her summer "Good Stuff For Kids"
Seminars too!
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Steve
Spangler Science!
Link up with Steve and his science activity ideas!
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Brian's School
Stuff
Link up with my friend Brian and check out the hand-made sensory tubs
he has for sale!
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DiscountSchoolSupply.com
Link up with Discount School Supply's catalog via this link!
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Alfie Kohn
Check out what expert Alfie Kohn is saying about education, testing and
the "standards" in his pro-active and informative website.
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Alliance
for Childhood
Check out their informative article, FOOLS GOLD, that addresses the impact
of computers in early childhood classrooms. They have a Play Alliance
as well – visit this valuable site often.
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1112.net
From my Uncle Jeff - check it out for a laugh - outdoor play advocates
will especially enjoy this quick link
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MY
STORY FOR NAEYC
When NAEYC issued a call to members for their stories of their most memorable
conference I knew I had to tell the infamous Dallas story - check it out…
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Charlie in Chicago
Charlie in Chicago now has a website for all of you! Great stuff!�Great Prices! Go shopping with Charlie today!
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