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Apr 16
Preschool

Inspiring Education, at Home and Abroad

By Addie Goodman

Do we ever really stop learning? I took some time off last week and took my good friend to one of my favorite places in Colorado. While I have been there many times, we did things on this trip that were firsts for me, too. On breaks in between morning walks and mountain hikes, my […] Learn More ›

Nov 22
Preschool

Life-Long Learning Grows

By Anita Denes-Meador

Learning through the philosophies of Sheva and Reggio Emilia. As our youngest learners take their first steps into lifelong learning and Jewish community at JCC Chicago, they are guided by two educational philosophies that are as alike as they are distinctive: the Reggio Emilia Approach® and the JCC Association’s Sheva Early Learning Framework. The Reggio […] Learn More ›

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Feb 27
Preschool

The Nora Project Comes to JCC Chicago

By Jody Benishay

Imagine this scenario taking place in your child’s preschool classroom: One teacher, Shari, asked a child to join her in front of the class in her morning meeting. She brought Legos to build with this child, together. Another teacher, Annie, came over and asked if she could join in. Shari turned her back to her, […] Learn More ›

Jul 24
Preschool

The Gift of “What If?”

By Guest Blogger

When I began my JCC journey back in the 90’s as the front desk girl at Mayer Kaplan JCC, I was in college and had no idea what to be when I grew up. I changed my mind so many times….what if I became a lawyer, social worker, pediatrician, comedian, (I think it’s not too […] Learn More ›

Sep 7
Preschool

What Is An Outdoor Classroom?

By JCC Chicago

We began our journey with CEELI – Chicago Early Engagement Leadership Initiative, in October 2016. CEELI Community of Practice is a groundbreaking initiative in North America by virtue of its scope and outcome measures. CEELI in the Chicago Jewish community, with support from the Crown Family Philanthropies and Union of Reform Judaism (URJ), is deepening its […] Learn More ›

Jul 27
Preschool

8 Reasons Why Outdoor Activities are Essential for Early Childhood Development

By Leanne Nathan

Look deep, deep into nature and then you will understand everything better. — Albert Einstein Children enjoy the outdoors in all kinds of weather! Of course, we know that fresh air and exercise are good for our bodies, but research is mounting to prove that direct involvement with nature is as important to children as […] Learn More ›

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