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The Corlears School Blog

Parents have questions, Corlears has answers! Sharing what we’ve learned from 50+ years of teaching young children.

Here you'll find articles, videos, and other resources about early childhood and early years education, plus news and updates from inside Corlears and our wider community.

Separation Anxiety Books for Toddlers and Parents

Children attending school for the first time, or transitioning to a new classroom for the ...
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Activities to Prepare Your Child for Preschool

Is your child beginning school for the first time? You can prepare your child for the ...
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How Our Playground Promotes Learning Through Play

Throughout the summer of 2021, and just in time for the 2021-22 school year, the Corlears ...
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Black Lives Matter Week of Action at Corlears

8s, 9s, and 10s students spent their social justice meeting time discussing the Black ...
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30 Social Justice Resources for Families

Families looking for ways to discuss identity, race, and taking action against racism ...
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Downtown Independent Schools Present: Expert Advice on COVID-19 Vaccines for Young Children

On Oct. 28, 2021, Corlears School partnered with LREI School, Village Community School, ...
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Corlears Teachers Reflect on Joys, Overcoming Challenges of Pandemic

When Corlears School set out to return to classrooms in-person in September 2020, as well ...
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Corlears Launches New Toddler Program 'Roots'

Corlears School, a progressive independent nursery, preschool, and elementary school in ...
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How a Social Studies Unit Inspired Elementary Students to Run a Clothing Drive

First and second graders at Corlears have been learning about Needs and Wants in social ...
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How to Talk About Race and Identity with Older Children

As children get older, they continue to pick up messages about race and develop racial ...
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How to Talk About Race and Identity with Kindergarteners

Ideas and stereotypes about identity and the identity of others begin forming when we are ...
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How to Talk About Race and Identity With Toddlers

Our identities, sense of self, and awareness of other people’s identities begin ...
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Students Dive Into Mock Caldecott Awards Project

Leading up to the 2021 Caldecott Medal awards, which is held yearly to honor “the most ...
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Corlears Board of Trustees Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

In 2020-21, members of the Corlears Board of Trustees affirmed their commitment to ...
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Elementary Math Game: How To Play 'What Comes Next?'

Continue practicing math skills outside of school with the “What Comes Next?” pattern ...
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Kids Art Activity: How to Make Recycled Robots and Animals

You can find inspiration for art anywhere – including your recycling bin! If you’re ...
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Our Stand for Justice, Equity, and Inclusion

Dear Friends,
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Anti-Racist Parenting: Recommended Resources for White Families

When it comes to parenting, I believe that we are our child’s guide. They are looking and ...
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Helping Children Build Confidence Through Music

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What Is Choice Time? Why Students Love This After-School Option

When school lets out, friends enrolled in our after-school program rush to enjoy extended ...
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