Early Childhood Programs
Yes, And!: Building Bonds and Cultivating Curiosity through Collaboration and Improvisation with Kevin Alan Brown
It’s time to play! We will harness the power of “Yes, And!” as we interact and engage with young learners and their caregivers. Participants will learn how to use improvisation tools and the collaborative mindset to engage in child directed…
Superworm: Even Superheroes Need Community with Kevin Alan Brown
“Watch her wiggle! See her squirm! Hip, hip, hooray for Superworm!” Superworm is a superhero, but even superheroes need help from their community. Join co-parents and performers Robin Neveu Brown and Kevin Alan Brown as they take young learners on…
Superworm: Even Superheroes Need Community with Robin Neveu Brown
“Watch her wiggle! See her squirm! Hip, hip, hooray for Superworm!” Superworm is a superhero, but even superheroes need help from their community. Join co-parents and performers Robin Neveu Brown and Kevin Alan Brown as they take young learners on…
Musical Carnival Ride!
Carnival Barker, Mr. Alden uses funky musical rhythms to challenge students to keep the beat and move their bodies in different ways to represent carnival rides. We’ll use our imaginations to envision the movement of roller coasters, ferris wheels, and…
Moving Minds: Exploring Science Through Dance and Play
Are your students eager to move, explore, and learn? Their need to move is a reflection of how their brains thrive on dynamic, hands-on experiences! In this interactive and energetic assembly, students will dive into scientific inquiry through the lens…
An Amazing, Incredible, Impossible Seeming Adventure
Ready for an amazing, incredible, impossible-seeming adventure? Join Mr. Kevin as he uses shadow and light to tell the story of Caterpillar Dreams by Clive MacFarland. Henri is just a caterpillar, but he dreams of having an amazing, incredible, impossible-seeming…
All About Faces!
In this interactive workshop, early learners will embark on an exciting journey to explore emotions and the different faces we make to express them. Through fun, hands-on activities, children will learn to recognize and understand feelings in themselves and others.…
Playful Pedagogy: Harnessing Books, Rhymes, and Songs for Classroom Success
Participate in a dynamic workshop led by Wolf Trap Master Teaching Artist Kofi Dennis, designed for early childhood professionals. This engaging session will focus on integrating drama and music arts into the learning environment. Discover how to effectively employ books,…
Watch Out: Sight and Sounds of African Percussion Instruments
Participants take an imaginary trip to visit the queen mother of an African village and explore the sights and sounds of various traditional percussion instruments while experiencing the “djembe-storytelling” tradition. This highly energetic and interactive experience involves a lot of…
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 homemade…
Barnyard Beats: A Musical Journey with Farmer Alden
In this residency, “Farmer Alden”—dressed in overalls and a straw hat—educates students about various farm activities through brief video clips featuring his animals and gardens. Included are original sing-along songs and interactive discussions, where students explore the origins of different…
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…