A Century of Play: Celebrating 100 Years with Dusyma
A Century of Play: Celebrating 100 Years with Dusyma In 1925, Dusyma, the world’s first kindergarten supplier, was founded by the visionary German inventor and entrepreneur, Kurt Schiffler. For the past 100 years, Dusyma has been synonymous with exceptional quality, safety, and pedagogical value. This milestone celebrates a century of commitment to creating innovative educational […]
The Role of Learning Honeycombs in Supporting Sensory Overload for Children
The Role of Learning Honeycombs in Supporting Sensory Overload for Children Children with sensory processing challenges, such as those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and other developmental conditions (many of which are considered hidden disabilities), are often prone to sensory overload. Sensory overload occurs when children are exposed to excessive […]
How F.Fröbel Shaped Modern Education
How F.Fröbel Shaped Modern Education Before the 19th century, childhood was a starkly different experience from what we know today. At that time, children were sent to work at a very young age, helping in mines, factories, or farms, and formal education was reserved for the privileged elite. Concepts like play, imagination, or learning through […]
Doll Therapy in Dementia Care
Doll Therapy in Dementia Care The Healing Power of Doll Therapy in Dementia Care Over the past decade, a fascinating trend has emerged in dementia care: doll therapy. This simple yet effective approach is being embraced by caregivers and healthcare professionals as a way to enhance the well-being of people living with dementia. Many caregivers […]
Loose Parts
Loose Parts Loose Parts Play in Early Childhood Education “In any environment, both the degree of inventiveness and creativity and the possibility of discovery, are directly proportional to the number and kind of variables in it.” – Simon Nicholson Simon Nicholson, a British painter and sculptor, introduced the concept of loose parts in 1971. His […]
Emmi Pikler’s Approach
Emmi Pikler’s Approach to Respectful and Autonomous Early Childhood Care Who Was Emmi Pikler? Dr. Emmi Pikler (1902-1984) was a Hungarian paediatrician whose innovative approach to early childhood education and care has left a lasting impact on how we think about infant development. Born in Vienna and later relocating to Budapest, Pikler dedicated her life […]
Creative Freedom with Arno Stern
Why Art Therapy Matters: Enhancing Children’s Psychological and Creative Development The Start of Arno Stern’s Impact Arno Stern, born in Kassel, Germany in 1924, passed away just a week after his 100th birthday this summer. He became a leading figure in art education and therapy through his innovative methods and deep respect for personal expression. […]
Why Art Therapy Matters
Why Art Therapy Matters: Enhancing Children’s Psychological and Creative Development Art therapy is more than just making art. It’s a therapeutic process that uses creative activities to help individuals explore their feelings and cope with emotional challenges. For children, this can be particularly valuable as it provides a non-verbal outlet for their inner experiences. Here, […]
Empathy Dolls in Early Childhood Development
Empathy Dolls in Early Childhood Development What Is Empathy and Why Is It Important? Imagine a world where a simple doll can teach a child to understand and share the feelings of others. Empathy dolls are making this possible, transforming the way young children develop empathy — a vital skill for their social and emotional […]