Don't Move the Muffin Tins: A Hands-Off Guide to Art for the Young Child, written by Bev Bos, is a foundational guide in early childhood art pedagogy. The book promotes a child-centered, process-oriented philosophy where young children are given complete freedom to explore raw art materials, textures, and colors without rigid instructions or adult interference. By focusing on sensory discovery,…
This Makes Me Happy: Dealing With Feelings by Courtney Carbone (a Step 2 Step into Reading book illustrated by Hilli Kushnir) is a vibrant, accessible picture book tailored for kindergarten students and early readers. The story gently introduces young children to the concept of emotional literacy and self-awareness by exploring what happiness feels like and the simple activities that bring joyâ…