Sarah Lipoff

Sarah is an art educator and parent. You can visit her website here.


Child Development

Observational Learning and the Young Child

Observational learning is what it sounds like, learning through observing. The old saying, “monkey see, monkey do,” is fitting when discussing this learning theory. With the child’s internal motivation to learn and accomplish new things, observational learning is the first … Continue reading

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Brain

Right Brain Learning

The right brain is an important part of who we are, but is often pushed to the side with the dominant left-brain taking control. The left-brain is in charge of logical sequencing, rational thought, and analytical reasoning. But, the right … Continue reading

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Educators

Piaget and the Young Mind: Child Development Stages

The early years of life are full of colors, sounds, experiences and experiments. Children learn through their senses along with interactions with others. Jean Piaget, a Swiss born biologist and psychologist, felt that every interaction establishes cognitive structure in children. … Continue reading

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Brain

Meditation and Memory Development of the Young Child

The mind is an amazing thing and doesn’t seem to ever get a rest – even during sleep.  The body gets recharged during those dark and quiet hours of the night, but young minds could use a bit of focus … Continue reading

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Educators

History of Early Childhood Education

The education of the young mind is an important step in readying the child for future learning experiences. The evolution of early childhood education has transformed how adults and parents view the importance of offering stimulating and exciting opportunities to … Continue reading

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