Step into a digital atelier space where we’ll delve into the rich possibilities offered by digital tools like computers, tablets, and digital microscopes. Guided by an artist and pedagogist, this interactive session aims to empower participants to explore unique and provocative setups of digital tools alongside traditional materials. Together, we’ll uncover innovative ways to invite learning, growth, and deeper knowledge in early childhood education.

The word ‘mandala’ is an ancient Sanskrit word that can be translated to mean “circle”. As a circle has no beginning and no end a mandala represents everything that is endless and connected thus representing harmony, balance, and infinity. Known to create calmness and relaxation, join us as we explore the benefits of mandalas and create our own unique mandalas using a variety of materials.

Join artist Noelle Hamlyn, as she discusses the role of re-use and re-purpose in her visual arts textile practice. A facilitated discussion will follow on how repurposing materials and fabric might be included in your early learning and child care programs along with tips, tricks, tools, and project ideas.

Wire is one of the most intriguing, malleable, materials available to us, yet we rarely think to use it with young children. As we unravel the uniqueness of working with wire, we will explore the many strategies, techniques, and connections to literacy that wire holds.

How many kinds of paper do we know and in how many ways can paper be transformed? What relationships are established between mark making tools and paper that are waiting to be discovered? Join us for an evening of exploration where we uncover the secret identity of paper in all of its forms.