Posts by Sam Rud
Kids Co-designing for Kids: 7 Hands-On Explorations with Osmo Kaleidoscope
PreK-4th grade children at Bennett Day School worked together to design a new app for Osmo explorations. Co-designed with their Tinkering and Engineering Sciences (TES) Lab teacher, this collaboration resulted…
Read MoreHow to Incorporate Progressive Learning at Home
Progressive learning is not a traditional desk-and-chalkboard environment. In fact, it extends far beyond the classroom and encompasses the entire community, including the home. Which is why parents are essential…
Read MoreOur Top Toy and Game Picks for Black Friday
Take a look at our faculty recommended Black Friday Toy and Game Picks – 2017
Read MoreCheck out Story Dealer at the Chicago Toy & Game Fair
The Chicago Toy & Game Fair will take place November 18 and 19, and Bennett Day School will be out in full force to discover new, innovative gadgets and devices…
Read MoreBennett Day School Featured in Chicago Sun-Times
Bennett Day School was recently featured in an article by Chicago Sun-Times columnist Neil Steinberg. Click here to read more. Want to learn more about Bennett Day School? Sign up for an…
Read MoreThere’s Music in Everything
Exposing your child to music at an early age is an integral part of sensory development. It encourages movement, creativity and social/emotional responsiveness. If you’re looking to support your little…
Read MoreWhy Is Preschool Important?
From the age zero to six, there is a significant amount of brain development happening. For example, when a child turns three, they are at a ripe age for language…
Read MoreWhat Should I Expect of a 3 Year Old?
What goes on in the mind of a three-year-old child? At this age, they’re developing a variety of cognitive abilities through socialization and play. Learn more from Meg Fitzgerald, Early…
Read MoreWhat Should I Look for in a Preschool Program?
There are many elements to consider when searching for the right preschool for your child, including learning philosophy, classroom setup and teacher-student interaction. Meg Fitzgerald, Early Childhood Director at Bennett…
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