Gardening and Farm to Plate Program
New Day Ananda Marga School of Portland was featured in a fall issue of a well known magazine “Edible Portland” published by Ecotrust, that supports sustainable farming and local growers. Their garden program has become a model not just for preschools but also for public …
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We all have a story Using friendship as a tool for overcoming stereotypes and prejudices in building an inclusive society By Didi Ananda Devapriya Stereotypes and prejudices are already evident in early childhood (4-5 years old). Once fully formed, they become resistant to change and …
Read MoreHow to Be the Most Effective Preschool Teacher in the World
How to Be the Most Effective Preschool Teacher in the World As presented at the NHE Seminar in Caracas, Venezuela in a two part workshop By Mary Jane Glassman For a number of years scientific researchers in the U.S. have been studying the effects of …
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Theater in Education Presented by Ole Brekke at the NHE Conference Caracas, Venezuela I am director of The Commedia School in Copenhagen Denmark, a two-year professional level theater school. I also teach classes in TIE (Theatre In Education) at teacher training institutions, universities and at …
Read MoreThe Application of Neohumanism to the Layers of a School
The Application of Neohumanism to the Layers of a School Workshop Presented by Eric Jacobson in Caracas, Venezuela In making a better world, it is easier to build correctly from the outset, rather than tear down and rebuild—hence proper education of our young is the …
Read MoreWhat is Neohumanism and What is Neohumanist Education
What is Neohumanism, and What is Neohumanist Education? By Eric Jacobson Presented at the NHE Conference, Caracas, Venezuela What is Neohumanism? If you can imagine two ideas and respond to eight questions, then the answer will become obvious. Shall we try it? These two imaginations …
Read MorePlanting the Seeds of Neohumanist Education and the Evolution of Spirituality
Planting the Seeds of Neohumanist Education and the Evolution of Spirituality By Didi Ananda Uttama All the processes of change, imagination, and learning ultimately depend on love. It isn’t just that without mothering humans would lack nurturance, warmth, and emotional security. They would also lack …
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The 10 Yoga Keys to Happiness Our 10 Core Values By Mahajyoti Glassman Morning Star Preschool, Denver, Colorado, USA The Yamas guide the manner in which we step into the World. Ahimsa ~ Kindness. No hurting. I am friendly. I wear my warm …
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The Play’s the Thing: The Theatre Arts in Learning by Jane Greis The first school play. I remember sitting in the audience as a parent when my own children were little and attending Sunshine preschool here in Switzerland. My older son, who was four at …
Read MoreLocal Story Traditions in Schools
Why is Embracing Local Story Traditions in Schools so Important? By Tang Taminga Children love stories. Globally there are some wonderful tales that provide lovely concepts and ideas. However, telling our children stories from the local culture should remain the main stay of the children’s …
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