Early Childhood Programs
Reading in the Dark! Shadow Puppets and Jabari Jumps
Students will get to know an adventurous young boy named Jabari, who is totally not afraid to jump off the high dive at the pool. Well, maybe he is a little afraid. During our time together, students will use home-made…
Waiting in Motion: A Dance Journey of Patience and Anticipation
Inspired by the captivating book “Waiting” by Kevin Henkes, Teaching Artist Laura Schandelmeier invites children on an imaginative journey into the world of patience and anticipation. Through the pages of this beautifully illustrated story, Laura will lead young participants in…
Barnyard Beats: A Musical Journey with Farmer Alden
In this workshop, Alden assumes the role of “Farmer Alden,” dressed in overalls and a straw hat. He educates students about various farm activities through brief clips featuring his animals and gardens. The session includes original sing-along songs and interactive…
The Dance of Development
Embark on an enriching journey of creative education. This innovative session is designed to seamlessly integrate fundamental dance principles into the daily curriculum of educators, fostering a dynamic and arts-based learning environment within the classroom. The workshop will be a…
What’s Your Habitat?
Multi-disciplinary artist and educator Caroline Ferrante brings twenty years of classroom experience to her arts-integrated classes, workshops, and performances. Ferrante earned a Master’s Degree in Curriculum Design and loves exploring the arts’ social-emotional power to develop empathy and cultural competency.…
Math & Music: Pattern Recognition in Action
Explore how music and math are a perfect pairing in early childhood development spaces — experience kinesthetic steady beat, pitch, and numeracy that fosters self-awareness, breath, and grounding. We will move, sing, chant, create steady beats, and practice locomotor and…
Jumping in the Deep End with Jabari
Who loves surprises? We do! Join Mr. Kevin as he uses shadow and light to tell the story of Jabari Jumps. Jabari is an adventurous child who is totally not afraid to jump off the high dive. Well, maybe a…
Animal Heroes: What’s Your Social-Emotional Superpower?
Caroline Ferrante, an Arts for Learning Teaching Artist, will guide children on an exciting journey to uncover the wonders of four remarkable Chesapeake Bay animals: the turtle, lynx, oyster, and black bear. During this engaging workshop, children will learn about…
We Can Share this World: The Beat of our Drum!
Embark on a captivating journey through the marine life of the Chesapeake Bay in this workshop led by Teaching Artist Caroline Ferrante, thoughtfully crafted for children and adults. Together, we will explore the intriguing lives of four extraordinary creatures that…
Appalachian Melody and Movement
Step into the rhythm and joy of our workshop, as teaching artist Marsha Searle invites you to unite with the magic of music and dance. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of traditional Appalachian song and dance, where each step…
World Dance: Rhythm and Melody from across the Globe
Embark on a captivating journey into the realms of rhythm, music, and percussive dance with the “World Dance” presentation by Marsha Searle and the Footworks Percussive Dance Ensemble. This mesmerizing performance brings forth the rich tapestry of traditional dance and…
Mountain Music: Appalachian Songs, Steps, and Story
Welcome to Mountain Music where the hills of Appalachia come alive for students through vibrant stories, stirring melodies, and traditional Appalachian dance. Guided by teaching artist Marsha Searle, students will dive into the region’s rich cultural tapestry, learning traditional steps…