Category Archives: teachers

Music for Young Children

Hey! I just wanted to let you know that my Saturday Music Classes for 3-5 year olds will be starting again in January at the Brentwood School of Music with a maximum of 6 children per class. https://www.brentwoodschoolofmusic.com/programs. You can register through Panorama Recreation Centre. Registration is open now! https://www.crd.bc.ca/panorama If the class fills up,Continue reading “Music for Young Children”

Grinched – The Panto

Here’s a great community event coming up. Did you know that Grinched – The Panto is on at Mary Winspear in Sidney? You can get tickets for under $20 dollars per person. It will surely be a great family event during the holiday season. December 26, 27 and 28. http://www.marywinspear.ca/event/grinched-panto-1

Craft Fair!

I’m super excited to go to the Last Chance Craft Fair at the Mary Winspear in Sidney. December 14 and 15. Admission is $5 at the door. https://www.firstandlastchance.ca/ I love getting inspired by the handmade items and it is so much more interesting than the mall. There are so many delicious sights and smells. WhatContinue reading “Craft Fair!”

Music Education Linked with Early Language Development

Dr. Sean Hutchins at the Royal Conservatory of Music, published results of his study of children enrolled in their ‘Smart Start’ music education program for children under 6 years. Early childhood music education plays a powerful role in cognitive development. https://www.rcmusic.com/about-us/news/new-research-demonstrates-link-between-music-educa

Giveaway Time!

Okay, I’m a little behind schedule with my giveaway but here we go! This is great for picture book lovers, teachers, librarians, parents and grandparents. You can win Picture the Sky, by Barbara Reid and a signed copy of Katie Shaeffer Pancake Maker! The winner will also receive a pdf copy of my story stretchersContinue reading “Giveaway Time!”