Social Foundations
Remembering the Joy: The Power of an Arts-Integrated Classroom
Description Unlock the transformative and contagious power of joy in this workshop led by Wolf Trap teaching artists Mary Fields, Laura Schandelmeier, and Caroline Ferrante. Dance, song, and theatre take center stage as tools to cultivate profound social-emotional connections and…
Bye Bye Blues
Description Bye Bye Blues is a unique and engaging program that takes the principles of SEL and weaves them into a creative musical experience. Led by the talented musician Vesper Osborne, participants are taken on a captivating journey through the…
Moving with Math (Session 1): The Elements of Dance
Description Led by Wolf Trap Master Teaching Artist, Laura Schandelmeier, this workshop guides participants through the intricacies of the Elements of Dance. For PreK/K educators, this fundamental expertise serves as a gateway to instructing vital self-regulation techniques, fostering one-to-one correspondence…
An Epic Story Adventure: Playmaking with Children and Adults
Description Unleash your creativity with a captivating “Play at Home with Children” experience! No previous playwriting or theater expertise is required—just a small area to embark on a journey of exploration and our boundless imaginations. Guided by Ali Oliver-Krueger, both…
The Family Dragon Show
Description Embark on a soaring journey through the skies to Dragonland, where we will encounter a slothful and avaricious dragon who shows little willingness to share, care, or play equitably with those around him. When he ventures to a new…
I’ve Got a Feeling
Description Step into an enriching workshop dedicated to nurturing social and emotional growth! The heartbeat of the workshop lies in Mr. Elias’ original song, “I’ve Got a Feeling (Down In My Toes),” serving as a musical cornerstone. Children and adults…
Lucky Live!
Description Lucky’s Tap Dancing Feet is a story about a horse that wants to learn how to tap dance, but with four huge feet, Lucky is sure to face some challenges. Join author Quynn Johnson as she brings this interactive…
Share, Care, And Play Fair
Description In Share, Care, and Play Fair: Using Drama to Enhance Children’s Social-Emotional Development, participants will delve into children’s literature to uncover messages that foster a child’s social and emotional maturation. This interactive session explores drama strategies tailored to cultivate…