WORKSHOP CATALOG
To schedule a professional development workshop, email education@wolftrap.org. For more information on Wolf Trap’s education programs, visit wolftrap.org/education.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS
To schedule a professional development workshop, email education@wolftrap.org. For more information on Wolf Trap’s education programs, visit wolftrap.org/education.
WOLF TRAP
Professional Development Workshops
Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts embraces active learning for children through customized, hands-on, arts-integrated professional development for early childhood educators.
Wolf Trap’s professional development workshops use dance, music, drama, and puppetry as teaching tools for arts integration Wolf Trap Master Teaching Artists provide workshop participants with arts techniques to achieve goals in specific areas, such as literacy and language development, science, math, problemsolving, and classroom management.
Professional development workshops are available in both in-person and virtual formats across a variety of arts disciplines and content areas and are designed for adults working with infant/toddler, preschool, and early elementary-aged children.
To schedule a professional development workshop, email education@wolftrap.org. For more information on Wolf Trap’s education programs, visit wolftrap.org/education.
Arts Integration Leads to Deeper, More Meaningful Learning Through:
Strong Teacher-Child Interactions
Opportunities for SocialEmotional Learning Extra Math Learning
Increased Language Development
Improved Teacher Practice
NEW FOR FALL 2025
DANCINGENGINEERS:
BuildingSocialandEmotional SkillswithDanceandSTEM
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
SarahCouncil,WolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Teachingartistanddancer
SarahCouncilsharesnovel, participatoryapproachesto workingwithyoungchildren, thatcombinefundamental
Collaborate,createunique experiences,andexploretheir specificapplicationtotheareas ofsocialemotionallearningand STEM(science,technology, engineering,andmath).
BRINGINGDANCEANDTHEATER TOYOURSTORYTIME
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
NatashaMirny,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Multi disciplinaryteachingartist
Discoverandtryoutartful experiencesthatbringchildren andadultstogethertoexplore children’sstories,bringing languageandliteracytolife.
MAKINGPLAYHAPPEN: CreatingOriginalStoriesinthe Classroom
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
AliOliver-Krueger,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Creatingoriginalstories,whether inspiredbyliterarytextor informationalcontent,can provideopportunitiesfor childrentoacquireand demonstrateknowledge,build keylanguageliteracyandsocialemotionalskills,andusetheir imaginationsastheyengageina fun,creativeprocess.Learnand trynewtechniquesandstrategies forcollaborativelycreatingor “devising”stories,drawingfrom contentacrossthecurriculum. Nopriortheatreexperienceis needed!Justawillingnessto explore,imagine,andtry somethingdifferent!
SPECTACULARVERNACULAR:
EnrichingVocabularywith ArtsStrategies
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
PaigeHernandez,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Discoverengagingwaysto enhanceyourstudents’ vocabulary!Participantswill getfirst-handexperience usingartsstrategiesthat includehiphop,sign language,andtheatergames! Creatingrichvocabulary learningopportunitiesdoesn’t havetobeadauntingtask whenyourediscoverlanguage andliteracyskillsandgive themaninterestingtwist Use slang,#hashtags,technology, andmore!
STORYBOXES:LookingBeyond theBook,ThinkingInsidethe Box
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
AmandaWhiteman,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Discoverhowstoryboxescan facilitateexplorationoftheearly childhooddevelopmental domainsandenhancechildren’s learning.Aboxfulloffound objectsandalittleimagination canprovideopportunitiesfor dance,theatrical,andcreative experiences!Inthisworkshop, educatorsexploretoolstoenrich andextendchildren’sliterature usingaformofWolfTrapCoffee CanTheater-bringingbooksto life!
WHYAREWESTANDING STILL?
ThePowerofTableau intheEarlyChildhood Classroom
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
MelissaRichardsonand AmandaWhiteman, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
Experiencethepowerof tableauaschildrenembody conceptsinliteracy,math, science,andsocialstudieswith elementsofdanceanddrama Bymakingstillpictureswith theirbodiestorepresenta scene,usingtableaudevelops children’sfocus,selfregulation,spatialawareness, andself-expression This workshopwillscaffolda progressionofskillsfortableau fromconcreterepresentation omoreabstractthinkingand earning
DANCE/MOVEMENT
ARTS-BASEDASSESSMENT:
SeriousFunandGames
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
LauraSchandelmeier, DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Turneverydaymomentsinto opportunitiesforassessment!
Explorepracticalapproaches designedfortheearly childhoodclassroomusing dramaandmusic.Throughthis workshop,youwilldevelop yourownarts-based assessmentexperienceand expandtheimaginative, movementfilled,andmusical environmentofyour classroom.
ARTSINAPPLICATION:Dance inKindergartenMath
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Getinspiredbythenatural connectionbetweenmathand dancetoigniteyour imagination,asyoucreate multisensoryexperiencesfor thekindergartenclassroom
Participantswillexploremath anddanceusingmovement, props,stories,andmusicthat alignwithkindergartenmath
ARTSINTHENATU ExploringScience Dance
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-K,Kindergarte
AmandaWhitema WolfTrapMaster Artist
Ignitechildren’sim understandingof environment,natu scientificinquiry! props,children’sl theelementsofd usedtogethertof creativeandsenso experiencesthate learning.
COMMUNITYOFMOVERS: EncouragingandManaging ThoughtfulMovementinthe Classroom
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-KtoGrade1
ValerieBranch,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Exploretheelementsofdance andlearnnewstrategiesto facilitatemovement-led teachingandlearning. Experiencehowcreative movementcanfoster community-buildingand engagement,setclassroom expectations,andcreatearich learningenvironmentconnected toyourcurriculargoals.
CREATINGDANCEEXPERIENCES INTHEEARLYCHILDHOOD CLASSROOM
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Childrenmovenaturally!When movementbecomesconsciously structuredandhappenswith awareness,itbecomesdance. Learnhowdanceandmovement experienceshelpchildren developanawarenessoftheir bodyinspaceandprovide opportunitiesforflexibility, balance,andcoordination. Createexperiencesthatfacilitate socialinteraction,cooperation, self-regulation,andpromote emotionalwell-being.
CRUISINGTHECARIBBEAN
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
TerleneD.Terry-Todd,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Ms.Twillleadusonanimaginary journeytothesunnyWestIndies withmusic,dance,and storytelling.Together,wewilluse movement,songs,chants,props, andcostumestobringlearningto life!
DANCINGLIKEASCIENTIST
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
AmandaWhiteman,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Dancersusemanyofthesame skillstoexploretheworldthat scientistsdo,observing, classifying,predicting, experimenting,and communicating!Byconnecting thecreativeandkinestheticsides ofchildren’slearningtothe analytical,wecanhelpchildren developadeeperunderstanding oftheworldaroundthem.
rnewwaystoengage n,encouragingthemto theworldthroughthe ascientistandadancer en'tasdifferentasyou nk!
RTHSPINSANDSOCANI:
nceofLivingCommunities on
EarlySTEM/Arts
Pre-KtoGrade1
RobertaLucas,DetroitWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Fromthebackyardtothe schoolyard,park,forest,and beyond,learnhowtocreate habitatsfoundinstories,nonfictiontexts,andSTEM curriculum,usingimaginationand dance.Deepenchildren’s movementvocabularyby observingandinterpretingthe actionsandmovementsofliving thingsandtheirenvironments. Creatingmovementsequencesas aclassensembleallowschildren toexperiencethe interdependencewithinan environment.Simpleprops, music,andsoundsbringthe earth’smanydancestolifeinthe preschoolthroughfirst-grade classrooms.
LETTHEPICTURESMOVE
YOU:UsingBooksWithFew WordstoInspireMovement andLanguageinChildren
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
MariaTripodi,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Learnhowtousepicture booksasinspirationfor creativemovementfor everyone!Incorporatingbasic danceconcepts,music,and literature,teacherswillbe introducedtomovementbasedexperiencesthatfoster languageandliteracy developmentinthe classroom.
POETRYINMOTION:
CommunicatingtheMeaning ofPoetrythroughDance
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Explorehowlanguage inspiresmovement,andhow poemscanbeusedtocreate adance.Participantswill learnstrategiestoinspire childrentocreatetheirown dancesbasedontheir interpretationsofpoetry, providingnewopportunities tosupportthedevelopment oflanguageandliteracy.
MATHINMOTION:UsingCreative MovementtoExploreMath Fundamentals! EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual Pre-K,Kindergarten
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Kinestheticexperiencescan enhancemath,language,and social-emotionallearning.
Movementisoneofthefirstways childrenexpressthemselvesand exploretheirenvironments. Learnhowcreativemovementand danceprovideanopportunityfor youngchildrentodevelopand exploremathskillslikenumber sense,classification,geometry, measurement,andmathematical reasoning.
PUTTINGYOURBESTFOOT
FORWARD:UsingMovement
StrategiestoTeachAcrossthe Curriculum
In-Person,Virtual KindergartentoGrade2 KimberliBoyd,DetroitWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Experiencethepowerofapplying movementfundamentalsinthe classroomtoengagelearnersacross curricularareas.Byintegratingthe “BEST”movementelementsof “body,”“energy,”“space,”and “time”intoyourlessons,youcan explorestrategiesthatbring learningtolife!
TAKINGCHANCESMAKING
DANCES:StrategiesforMathand LiteracythroughStoriesand Movement
In-Person,Virtual Pre-K,Kindergarten
LauraSchandelmeier,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Danceyourwaythroughanybook! Engagechildreninphysicalactivity whiledevelopingandgrowing mathandliteracyskills.Usedance tofacilitatesocial-emotional learningandcreateexperiences thatcanbesharedimmediatelyin yourclassroom.
DRAMA
COUNTMEIN!Teacher-In-Role StrategiesforSTEMExploration EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
ChristinaFarrell,WolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Thishighlyinteractiveworkshop providesanopportunitytolearn howtotapintoyoungchildren’s loveofimaginativeplaytospark meaningfulexplorationsofSTEM content.Identifystrategiesfor assumingdramaticplayroles, adaptinginformationaltextinto dramaticscenarios,andasking open-endedquestionsto empowerchildrentoapply criticalthinkingskillswhile providingopportunitiestoassess theirlearning.
FINDINGDRAMA
EVERYWHERE:Bringing NonfictiontoLife
In-Person,Virtual Pre-K,Kindergarten
MelissaRichardson, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Everynonfictiontopicisan excitingstorywaitingto happen.Childrengather researcheverydaythrough books,media,andsensory observations.
Discoverstrategiesfor collecting,sharing,and celebratingthisresearchasa classroomcommunity.Telling andactingoutstories encouragesteamwork,fosters creativethinking,reinforces vocabulary,andhelpschildren makeconnectionsintheir learning.Engageindrama gamesthatconnectthe t f h t tti
LET’STELLASTORY!Creating, Imagining,andDramatizing OriginalStories
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
KimBaran,GeorgiaWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Createanoriginalstorywith youngchildrenusingstory creationstrategiesanddrama techniquesdesignedtodeepen children’screativity,critical thinking,communication,and collaboration.Practiceguiding childrentocreateanddramatize anoriginalstoryusingprops, chants,andsongs;askguided questionsandusetheelements ofdramatotransformintostory charactersandvisualizestory settings
LIVINGLITERACYOUTLOUD: Acting,Speaking, Comprehending
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-KtoGrade2
KhaleshiaThorpe-Price, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Discovercreativenewwaysto buildlanguageandliteracywith yourstudents!Usecreative movement,physicalstorytelling, andcharacterexplorationto strengthenletterrecognition, vocabularyandreadingskills.
Takewordsoffthepageandonto yourclassroom“stage,” introducingactivitiesthatexplore thetheatricalconceptsofbody, voice,character,andsetting.
MATH
DETECTIVES–WHERE’S THEMATH?Discoveringthe MathHiddeninBooks
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
KatherineLyons,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Mathiseverywhereifyouknow howtofindit!Let’slookat children’sliteraturetodiscover themaththatisalreadythere; hiddeninbooksyoulove.We’ll uncovermathconceptsand createactive,arts-based experiencesthatsupportthe curriculum,andengagechildren increatingandperformingasa meansofdevelopingmathskills.
MOVIES,MUSIC,ANDMATH: CreatingMemorableMath Experiences
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
MicheleValeri,DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
“Camera’srolling!Wehave andaction!”You’rethedire andthechildrenarelearnin mathconceptslikepatterns shapes,andcomparativesiz throughguidedplayas performersinamake-believ movie
Learnhowtouseguidedplay intheclassroom,specifically imaginarytravel,story-can theater,‘making-a-movie,’ andsimplesong/chant writing,toengagethechildren ininteractivelearningofbasic mathconcepts
SHARE,CARE,ANDPLAYFAIR:
UsingDramatoEnhance Children’sSocial-Emotional Development
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
KatherineLyons,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Explorechildren’sliteratureto uncovermessagesthat supportchildren’ssocialemotionalgrowth.Learn dramastrategiesthatpromote thesocialskillsofempathy, respect,self-control,kindness, cooperation,problemsolving, andself-confidenceforour youngestlearners.Lookingat literaturethroughanewlens, wecanconnecttochildren’s social-emotionallearningwith thearts!
WAKEUPYOURWISHES:
IntroductiontoWolfTrap Drama
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
MicheleValeriorValerieBayne Carroll,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtists
Explorepracticalandcreative dramastrategiesincludingcoffee cantheater,roleplay,imaginary travel,andstorydramatization. Activelyinvolvingchildrenin storytellinganddramatization willsupportlanguageand literacyskills,listening, sequencing,andsocialemotionalskillslikefollowing directionsandcollaborative problem-solving!
MUSIC
“AHA!”READING:Developing ArtfulStrategiestoCreatePrior Knowledge
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Exploreandcreatemulti-sensory musicopportunitiesdesignedto developchildren’sprior knowledgeaboutstory vocabulary,characters,setting, problem-solving!
Learnstrategiesthathelp childrenexperiencethe“aha!” feelingthatcomesfroma deeperconnectionwithstory contentandnewlearning.
AGOOAMEE:EngagingYoung Children
With
“Calland Response”
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
KofiDennis,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
“Callandresponse”
experiencesarefoundinmany traditions.InWestAfrican cultures,callandresponseis commonlyusedasawayof participationinpublic gatherings,aswellasforvocal andinstrumentalmusical expression.Thisworkshop offersanopportunityto explorehowcallandresponse experiencesenhanceliteracy, language,andmathlearning, andfostermemory, concentration,andlistening skills.
CREATINGSONGSFORTHE EARLYCHILDHOOD CLASSROOM,NOEXPERIENCE NECESSARY!
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
AaronFowler,KansasWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Thepowerofmusicsurrounds useveryday!Itcanalsobeused asadynamictooltoenhance classroommanagement,adding noveltyandfuntoroutinesand transitions Discoverhowto createsimplesongsandchants thatwillengagechildrenwhile enhancingtheflowofyourdays together.
DEVELOPMENTALLY
APPROPRIATEEARLY CHILDHOODSONGANDCHANT
REPERTOIRE:It’sWhatYouDo WithItThatCounts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Howyoupresentasongora chantisasimportantaswhich songyouchoose!Participantswill identifyandexplore considerationsforpreparingto usemusicwithchildrenat differentagesandstages.Create anoriginalsong/chant/strategy thatmeetsaclassroomobjective inadevelopmentallyappropriate way!
GREATMUSICALADAPTATIONS:
SongsforMemorableTeaching andSmoothTransitions
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-K,Kindergarten
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Musichasapowerfulpresencein ourlivesandcanbeusedasa meanstoaccomplishmanygoals.
Identifyareaswheremusicaltools canenhanceclassroompractices andactivitiesandexplorehowto createandusemusicstrategiesto supportlearningobjectives.Learn howbeat,melody,andlyrics createfocus,improvemotivation, affectmood,andfosterliteracy skills.
GROWINGGREEN
Early
STEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
TerryLeoninoandGregArtzner, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
Celebratethewonderofthe naturalworldaroundusand encouragetheprotectionof wildlifeandhabitatthroughthe useofmusic,creativedrama andmovement.Exploreour connectiontothefamiliesof plantsandanimalswhile sharingideasandchoices childrencanmaketobecome environmentalcaregiverswhile enhancingcurriculumgoalssuch ascognitionandidentification, listeningandverbalization,and motorskills.
IFBOOKSCOULDSING(EVEN IFYOUDON’T!)
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
TerryLeoninoandGreg Artzner,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtists
Developedforteachersand educatorswithlittleorno musicalbackground,this workshopwillassist participantstobecome familiarwiththevariousways songscanenhancethecontent andthemesofchildren’s books.Participantswilltake partinindividual,largeand smallgroupworkdesignedto provideopportunitiestohelp youdevelopandpractice musicandsongtechniques thatfosterliteracyskillsand supportcurriculargoals.
LOOKINGFORMUSICALCLUES:
UncoveringtheHiddenMusicin FavoriteStories
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-K,Kindergarten
ChristinaFarrell,WolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Learntouncoverthehidden musicinfavoritestories!Explore artsstrategiesforadaptingtext fromabooktoincludemusical elements;practicesimple techniquesforusingrhythmand melodytoengageyoungchildren instorytelling Createachild-led musicalexperiencebasedon favoritestory!
MAKINGMUSICWITHALL CHILDREN
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Inthishands-onworkshop, participantswillgainan understandingofhowtoadapt songsandsinginggamesto addressavarietyofphysical, cognitive,andlearningneeds. PrinciplesofUniversalDesign willbediscussedastheyrelate toplanningmusicexperiences forchildren.participantswill havetheopportunitytodevelop creativenewstrategiesfor "musictime"toindividualize approachesforthechildrenin theircare
MUSICMAKESTHEWORLD GO‘ROUND
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
MicheleValeri,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Explorehowsongs,simple instruments,andsoundeffects canbeusedtoreinforce curricularcontent,enhance creativeplayandimagination, enlivenlanguageandliteracy experiences,andfoster positivetransitionsduring theirday.Learnandshare songsdesignedfortheearly childhoodclassroom.
MUSICALMOMENTS:Using MusictoExploreMathin Children’sLiterature TEM/Arts
son,Virtual Kindergarten yTerry-Bryant,New WolfTrapMaster ngArtist
toyoungchildren’slove icandstoriestospark ngfulexplorationof oncepts.Learnwaysto ymathopportunitiesin en’sbooksandstories eatecatchysongs, ,toenhancemath ng.Exploretheuseof asaclassroom ementandassessment
WILDABOUTWORDS
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-K,Kindergarten
MaryGresock,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Exploreperformingarts strategiesdesignedtoteachnew vocabularyandempower childrentocommunicatewith confidenceandclarity.Learn howtobringnewdescriptive, sensory,andaction-packed vocabularywordstolifethrough engagingexperiencesthatlink chants,poems,andstoriesto music,movement,anddrama. Discoverhowyourchildrencan becomemotivatedandexcited aboutlearningandbuildingnew vocabulary,aliteracyskillcritical totheiracademicsuccess.
PUPPETRY
OUTSIDEYOURDOOR:
ExploringtheArtsinNature
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-K,Kindergarten
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
ExpandopportunitiesforSTEM learningbyusingartsstrategies toinvestigatetheworldaround you Exploreearth,life,and physicalsciencesthrough drama,music,andpuppetry.
Discoverhowtheartscan enhancechildren’s understandingofweatherand seasonalchanges,andthe naturalworld.
EXPLORING
SCIENCE THROUGHTHEARTS
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-K,Kindergarten
JeanneWall,DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Tryarts-integratedstrategies usingdrama,creative movement,andpuppetryto expandachild’sknowledgeof theworld,whiledeveloping keySTEMlearningskills likeobservation,description, andproblemsolving.Create arts-integratedlearning experiencesthatalignwith earlychildhoodcurriculum standardsandfosterscientific discoveryandearlySTEMskills andpractice.
FROMTHEPICTUREBOOK PAGETOTHEPUPPETSTAGE
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
IngridCrepeau,DC/MD
WolfTrapMasterTeac Artist
Puppetplaygenerates andexcitementabout andencouragesaudito visual,andkinesthetic learning.
Usebookstocreatepuppet lessonstopromoteliteracyand languagedevelopment. Participantswillincreasetheir knowledgeoffoundational puppetryskills,exploreideasfor usingbookstocreatepuppet lessons,andlearnmethodsfor makingandusingsimplepuppet stages.
IMAGINETHAT!CreativeProblem
SolvingthroughEngineeringand Puppetry
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Discoverhowtheconnections betweentheengineeringmethod andpuppetrycanenhanceyour teaching!Educatorswilllearnto enhancecurriculumthrough project-basedexperiencesusing drama,music,andpuppetry.The engineeringmethodwillserveas ourguideasweproblem-solve ourwaythroughtheschoolyear.
PUPPETPOWER:Effective TechniquesforUsingPuppetsin theClassroom
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
JoePipik,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Puppetshavethepowerto piquechildren’scuriosity,focus attention,andfosterenthusiasm forlearning.
Discoverhowtousepuppetsto introducenewcurricular content,andsupportliteracy, languagedevelopment,and social-emotionallearning.
STORYTELLING
“TELLMEASTORY,PLEASE!” Stress-FreeStorytellingforthe EarlyChildhoodClassroom In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
IngridCrepeau,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Throughtheages,storytellers havebeenkeepersofhistories, socialcustoms,andnorms. Storytellingwasoneofthe earliestformsoftheperforming arts.Exploreusingstorytellingas ateachingtoolforsolving problems,creativethinking,and fosteringimagination.This workshopisdividedintothree parts:
1.AStoryteller’sToolbox: Choosingastory,using expressivespeech,employing facialexpressions,accenting humor,andencouraging audienceparticipation;
2 Sixstylesofstorytellingthat areage-appropriatefor preschoolers;
3 Opportunitiestopractice thestorybasicsandstylesof storytellingpresented
FORINFANTS/ TODDLERS EDUCATORS
ARTSINTHENATURAL WORLD:
ExploringSTEMthroughDance andMovementwithInfants andYoungChildren
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual 0-3Years
AmandaWhiteman, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
ExploreSTEMandmovement experiencesthatdrawfrom thenaturalworldsurrounding ouryoungestlearners Learn andtryarts-integrated experiencesdesignedtojump startearlySTEMlearningwhile encouragingcreative movementthatpromotes healthygrowthand development.
BABYBEAT,BABYFEET!
In-Person
0-3Years
Presentedbytwoofthe followingDC/MD/VAWolfTrap TeachingArtists:ValerieBayne Carroll,KofiDennis,SueTrainor, MariaTripodi,SylviaZwi
Thenaturallystimulating combinationofmusicand movementexperiences positivelyimpactphysical, emotional,social,cognitive,and languagedevelopmentfor infantsandyoungchildren. Participantsinthishighly interactiveworkshopwilllearn andpracticearts-basedcontent thatcanbeinfusedintodaily routinesinhomeandgroup settings.
DevelopedbyWolfTrapInstitute forEarlyLearningThroughthe ArtsaspartofLittleVoicesFor HealthyChoices,anOfficeof HeadStartnationalinitiative promotinghealthynutrition, braindevelopment,movement, andsleepforinfants,young children,theirfamilies,and communities.
BABYBOOKS,TODDLERTALES: TheStoryExperience
In-Person
0-3Years
KatherineLyons,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Thishighlyinteractiveworkshop sharedhowtheuseofprops, movement,music,anddramacan reinforcelanguageandliteracy development.Participantswillbe introducedtoavarietyofbooks forinfantsandyoungchildren, andlearnmultisensory approachestoenhancing children’sliteraturewithmusic, movement,gestures,chants,and props.
BABIESSIMPLYKNOW: ExploringMovementPatterns withInfantsandVeryYoung Children
In-Person,Virtual 0-3Years
AnneSidney,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Promotelearning,buildtrust,and cultivateasecureattachment throughsonganddance!Explore developmentalmovement patternswithinthefirstyearof life,andlearnhowdancecan facilitatebabies’physicaland socialdevelopment.
GREATMUSICAL ADAPTATIONSFORINFANTS ANDTODDLERS!
SongsforMemorable Experiences,Transitions,and Routines
In-Person,Virtual 0-3Years
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Harnessthepowerofmusicto enhancelearningand engagementwithinfantsand youngchildren!
Experienceandtryoutmusic strategiesdevelopedbyWolf TrapTeachingArtiststo promoteexplorationacross developmentaldomainsusing beat,melody,andlyrics.
LEARNINGTHROUGH
MOVEMENTFORINFANTSAND TODDLERS:BabyBeat,BabyFeet
In-Person,Virtual
0-3Years
KrissieMarty,WolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Explorearts-integratedmotor experiencesthatcanbeadapted forfamiliesandchildrenfromthe prenatalperiodthroughyoung childhood.Tryoutmovement strategiesthatsupportthe healthygrowthanddevelopment ofchildrenofallabilitiesand comfortlevelsandtheadults aroundthem!
MOVINGANDLEARNING:
CreativeMovementExperiences fortheInfant/ToddlerClassroom
In-Person
0-3Years
MariaTripodi,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Combiningmusic,movement, children’sliterature,and imagination,teacherswillbe introducedtoandencouragedto createmovement-based experiencesforinfantsandyoung children,andtheadultsaround them Incorporatebasicdance conceptsintodailyroutinesand activities,toenhancelearning acrossthedevelopmental domains!
SINGASONGOFSTORIES!
In-Person,Virtual 0-3Years
ValerieBayneCarroll, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Learnhowtolinkstorieswith musicandmovement Explore thebeatandrhythmof languagefrombooksthrough chanting,call-and-response,and rhythminstruments.Useprops andhandgesturestobring illustrationstolife Engage youngchildrenthroughsight, sound,touch,andmovementto makeliteratureamulti-sensory experience!
OUTSIDEYOURDOOR:
ExploringtheArtsinNature withInfantsandToddlers
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual 0-3Years
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Exploreearth,life,and physicalsciencesthrough drama,music,andpuppetry. Discoverhowtheartscan enhanceunderstandingofthe worldaroundus–andour placeinit!
EARLY ARTS LEARNING (EAL) WORKSHOPS
EarlyArtsLearning(EAL)workshopsprovideacustomizedexperience-exploringarts-integrated learningacrossthecurriculum,anddiggingintothefundamentalsofindividualartsdisciplines. TheEALworkshopsaretailoredtomeetyourgroup’sneedsandinterestsandcansharecontent inmusic,dance/movement,drama,and/orpuppetry WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtistswill createaworkshopforyourgroup,spotlightingtheagerangeofchildrenyouworkwith,andthe artformsyouaremostinterestedinexploring.TheEALcanbedevelopedspecificallyforadults workingwithinfantsandtoddlers,preschoolers,andearlyelementarystudents.Joininfora highlyinteractiveartslearningexperience!
FAMILY INVOLVEMENT WORKSHOPS
To schedule a professional development workshop, email education@wolftrap.org. For more information on Wolf Trap’s education programs, visit wolftrap.org/education.
WOLF TRAP
Family Involvement Workshops
children and their parents/caregivers with an opportunity to share a stimulating and interactive live arts experience, led by a Wolf Trap Teaching Artist Parents will leave with arts-integrated activities they can use at home
Family involvement workshops are available in both in-person and virtual formats across a variety of arts disciplines and content areas, including multidisciplinary arts, dance/movement, drama, music, puppetry, and storytelling. Offerings are also available for infants/toddlers.
To schedule a family involvement workshop, email education@wolftrap.org. For more information on Wolf Trap’s education programs, visit wolftrap.org/education.
Strong Teacher-Child Interactions
Opportunities for SocialEmotional Learning Extra Math Learning
Increased Language Development Arts Integration Leads to Deeper, More Meaningful Learning Through:
Improved Teacher Practice
NEW FOR FALL 2025
MUSICALLAROUNDUS
In-Person
LisaMatthews,DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Soundsfromnatural environmentscancreatethe buildingblocksofmusic!Join musicianLisaMathewstocreate livelyenvironmentalsoundscapes andexplorehowmusical elementslikebeatandpitchcan befoundallaroundus.
SingingSunshine
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
AldenPhelp,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist Whatdoplantsneedtogrow? Howdopeople,animals,and theirenvironmentshelp?Join musicianMr Aldenforan interactive,imagination-filled explorationofartandSTEM (science,technology, engineering,andmath) learning Thisworkshop provideslotsofopportunities foryoungchildrenandadults tomoveandlearntogether!
Yes...And!
In-Person
KevinBrown,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
Getreadytoimprovisewith actorKevinBrown!Inthis workshop,adultsandchildren willexplorehowdramaand improvisationstrategiescanbe usedtocraftexcitingstories, createchild-leddramatic experiences,exploresocialand emotionalconnections,and connectlearningacrossthe curriculum
ANEPICSTORYADVENTURE
In-Person,Virtual AliOliver-Krueger,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Createaplayofyourown--no priorplaywritingortheatre experienceneeded!Adultsand childrenwillapplytheir imaginationsandactingtoolsto createadramaadventurefrom anywhere.Useguidedimagery, sensoryexploration,and imaginarytraveltojumpstartfun withepicstories.
“ARRRR”ISFORRECYCLE!A PLAYFULPIRATEPUPPET ADVENTURE
In-Person
JoePipikandJeanneWall, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
Takeatriptotherecycling stationwithJoePipik,Jeanne Wall,andtheirpuppetfriends!
Blendingmusic,drama,and creativestorytellingwithSTEM andlanguagearts,childrenand adultswillexplorerecycling’s four“Rs”(recycle,reuse, reduce,repurpose).
ARTSPLAYFAMILYSING
In-Person
ValerieCarroll,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Thisinteractivesession includessongsthatbabiesand youngchildrencanenjoywith theirfamiliesandfriends. Songsandchantsfeaturingcalland-response,imaginative movement,handsigns,and puppetsthatwillengageand energizeadultsandchildren. Explorehowtosingastory,act outasong,andlearnnew tunesthatmaybehumming thewholewayhome!
BRINGINGLEARNINGTOLIFE WITHSTORIES:THELITTLERED HEN
In-Person,Virtual
KimBaran,GeorgiaWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
JoinMasterTeachingArtistKim Baran,theLittleRedHenand herfriends,onanimaginary journey Explorehow charactersandstoryanimation canbringaclassictaletolife withopportunitiesforlearning thatreinforceearlyliteracy skills
ACROCODILE’STALE EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
KatherineLyons,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Katherineusesmovement, props,chants,charactervoices, andaudienceinteractiontotell thedelightfulstoryofthe relationshipbetweenhumans andnature.ACrocodile’sTaleis awonderfulstoryforallchildren andadultstoenjoytogether!
CRUISINGTHECARIBBEAN
In-Person,Virtual
TerleneD Terry-Todd, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster
TeachingArtist
Ms.Twillleadusonan imaginaryjourneytothesunny WestIndieswithmusic,dance, andstorytelling Together,we willusemovement,songs, chants,props,andcostumesto bringlearningtolife!
DANCINGSTEM
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
LauraSchandelmeier, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster
TeachingArtist
Dancethelifecycleofaseedto aplant,createadancetolearn the“SixStepsofEngineering”, andcountsetsofdancersonan imaginarystage.Learnhow adultsandchildrencanengage inactiveplaytogether,while exploringscience,engineering, andmath!
DANCINGTHROUGHTHEDAY
In-Person,Virtual
LauraSchandelmeier, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Comedanceandsingtogether! Howcanyoumoveindifferent ways?Learnhowtocreate movementanddance opportunitiesusinginspiration fromcharactersfromafavorite book
THEDRAGONSHOW
In-Person
KatherineLyons,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist, EliasSchutzman,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
FlyacrosstheskytoDragonland andmeetalazy,greedydragon whorefusestoshare,care,or playfairwithhisfamilyand friends.Whenhefliestoanew townandthreatenstoeatallthe food,thetownspeoplemustwork togethertofindawaytomake himleavepeacefully.Usedrama, rhythm,chants,instruments,and imaginarytraveltobecome differentcommunityhelpers.
THEENORMOUSTURNIP: BRINGINGSCIENCEAND LITERATURETOLIFE
In-Person
LenoreBlankKelner,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
ThroughthelensofAlexei Tolstoy’sTheEnormousTurnip, thisworkshopexaminestheplant lifecycle,growingprocess,and theconceptsofsizeand comparison.Usesequencingand patternstoreenactaclassic Russianfolktaletale,while exploringthepowerof cooperation.
EVERYBODYCOMESFROMA DIFFERENTPLACE
In-Person
SlimHarrison,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Explorethediverserootsofour Americanfolkmusicanddance heritagewhilehaving“agood oldtime!”Joininthe“jugband” withwashboards,spoons, washtubbass,jugs,stumpffiddles,limberjacks,whammydiddles&skiffleboards!Learn simplefolkdancesthatadults andchildrencandotogether, andjoininreelsandcircleand squaredances.
EVERYDAYADVENTURES: EXPLORINGSIGNSAND SYMBOLS
In-Person,Virtual MorganSendek,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
Takeanimaginaryjourneyfull ofcreativemovementand dramaticelements;identifying andinterpretingsignsand symbolsyoumightencounter
EVERYONE’SANACTOR!
In-Person
MelissaRichardson,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Wouldn’tyoulovetostepinsidea favoritestory?That’swhatactors do!Workonvocabulary, concentration, followinginstructions,and literacyskillsthroughexciting dramagamesthatexplore teamwork,imagination,voice,and body;andworktogethertoactout astory.
EXPRESSYOURSELF
In-Person,Virtual (Kindergarten–Grade2)
ValerieBranch,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
JoinValerieBranchinan interactivemovementexperience –creatingdancesandexploring choreographythatreflect elementsthatmakeyouunique!
GALLOPING,FLAPPING,
STOMPINGTHROUGHTHEZOO!
In-Person
ValerieCarroll,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Takeanimaginarymusical journeythroughazoo, dramatizinganimalfamilies; learningaboutwhatmakesthem different,andwhattheyshare!
Adultsandchildrenwilldiscover howtosingastory,actouta song,andlearnnewtunesto shareeasily!
GOODVIBRATIONS EVERYWHERE!
In-Person
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Singingtogethercreatesgood vibrations,hereandeverywhere yougo.Takesomehome!Adults andchildrenaresuretoenjoy playingwiththeseimaginative songs,singinggames,andchants whilepracticingearlyliteracy skillsandreinforcingsocialemotionallearning.
GOINGBUGGY!
In-Person
JeanneWall,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Interactivestorytelling,puppetry, andmusicbringtalesabout insectsfromdifferentpartsofthe worldtolife Jeanneuses imaginativepropstosharestories fromAfrica,Mexico,andNative Americancommunities.
GROWINGGREEN
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual
TerryLeoninoandGregArtzner, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
Celebratethewonderofthe naturalworldthroughsongsof naturethatencourage environmentalstewardshipin youngchildren.JoinTerryand Gregforamusicalexplorationof theplantsandanimalsallaround us!
HAVANAHOP!
In-Person
PaigeHernandez,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Inthiship-hoptheaterarts performanceworkshop,Paige presentsanoriginalwork basedlooselyonher experienceasaperformer withAfricanAmericanroots andaLatinasoul.Herstory encouragesustobecreative andunique,usingourheritage andfamilyvaluesas inspiration Learnthebasicsof hiphop,salsa,andpartner dancewithadultsandchildren together!
HOWWEGROW!EARLYARTS FORCHILDRENANDFAMILIES
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual MariaTripodi,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Let’stakeanimaginaryjourney toseewhat’sgrowinginthe garden!Mariaguideschildren andfamiliesthroughmovement experiencesthatprovidean interactiveopportunityto experiencechildren’sliterature, andtheworldaroundthem (English,Spanish,andbilingual versionsavailable)
ILIKETOBEME!
In-Person,Virtual KofiDennis,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
JoinKofitobringbooks,rhymes, andsongstolifewithmovement, instruments,scarves,and streamers-singinganddancingtogether whileexploringwhatmakeseach ofusspecial!
I’VEGOTAFEELING
In-Person,Virtual EliasSchutzman,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Everyonehaslotsoffeelings inside–anditcanbehelpfulto sharethemwithtrustedfriends andfamily.Playandsingalong withMr.Eliasinanexplorationof emotionsweallhave through
JOURNEYTOAFRICA: SharingExperiences Together
In-Person
KofiDennis,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Participantswilltakean imaginaryjourneytosharein themovements,sounds,and instrumentsofWestAfrican traditions,discovering excitingwaystoincorporate songsandactivitiesfrom otherculturesintochildren’s dailyroutines
LET’STAP!
In-Person,Virtual (Kindergarten–Grade2) QuynnJohnson,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
Jointapartist,Ms.Quynn,ina fun-filledexplorationofearly mathandlanguageconcepts throughmovement,beat,and music.Thisworkshopgets everyonemovinginashared experienceofactivelearning.
MAKINGSHAPES,DANCING SHAPES!
In-Person
AnneSidney,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Comeenjoysinginganddancing together!Adultsandchildrenwill worktogethertolearntocreate basicshapesthroughmovement, whileparticipatinginastoryabout “TommytheTriangle”!
MOVEMENTMATTERS
In-Person
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Comeexplorethemagicof dancewithprops,rhythm instruments,andawide varietyofmusic.Learnhowto supportandencourage children’sgrowththrough movementactivitiesthat engagealltypesoflearners. Thisworkshopfocusesonfun andappropriatemovements forbuildingthebodyandthe
LIFEISADRUM,SOBEATIT!
Virtual
DevinWalker,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Diveintotheworldof percussionwith“Uncle”Devin Walker,asheexploresmath andliteracyconceptsusing beatandrhythmpatterns. Createmusictogetherusing everydayobjects,learnabout instrumentsfromaroundthe globe,andexperience percussionwithyourowntwo hands.
MOVINGANDLEARNING THROUGHTHERAINFOREST
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual
NatashaMirny,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
Takeanimaginaryjourneytothe rainforesttoexploreavarietyof animalsandnaturalelementsand learnabouttheimportanceof protectingandpreservingthis uniqueenvironmentandother ecosystems.
MUSIC,WORDS,ACTION!
MaryGresock,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching
Discoverhowtotellastory withauniqueblendingof musicanddramawhile reinforcingearlyliteracyskills andtryingoutmake-believe! Marypresentsanoriginal operabasedonthenursery rhymeLittleMissMuffet; completewithafriendly spider,softtuffet,andabig bowlofcurdsandwhey.A twistinthestoryleadstoa creativeexplorationofsharing andmakingfriends.
PUPPETPOWER
In-Person
JoePipik,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Explorethepowerofpuppets withJoe’soriginalstories! Puppetshavethepowerto piquechildren’scuriosityand focusattentionforcreating enthusiasmforlearning
READY,SET,IMAGINE!
In-Person,Virtual
MicheleValeri,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Discoverhowtheworldof imaginationcanmakelearning funeverywhereandeveryday. Michelesharesmusic,puppetry, andstorytellingtechniquesthat willhelpopenthedoortomore reading,exploringlanguage,and problem-solving
RHYTHM,CHANTS,ANDSPACE GAMES:MOVEMENTFOR MEMORY
In-Person
Dillon“Kindertwin”Clarke, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapTeaching Artist
Ahighlyenergeticworkshop thatintegratesrhythms, movements,simplechants,and gamestobuildliteracy,motor, cognitive,andsocialemotional learningskills.Explorecolors, shapes,numbers,community relationships,andmodesof transportation.
SING,DANCE,ANDPLAY ACROSSTHEUSA
In-Person,Virtual
WinceyTerry-Bryant,New JerseyWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Takeanimaginaryjourneywith Winceyoverland,waterand throughtheair,assheuses musicandmovementtoexplore sitesacrosstheUnitedStates!
Enjoylearningtogetherasyou shareanactiveexperienceof singing,moving,andmakebelieve.
SPECIALDELIVERIESDRAMATICEXPLORATION WITHMR.POSTMOUSE EarlySTEM/Arts
Virtual KhaleshiaThorpe-Price, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Mr.Postmousehasabigjob. Heneedstodelivermail acrossmanyhabitats,and throughouttheanimal kingdom!
JoinMs.Khaleshiaona dramaticadventure,helping Mr Postmousedohis “rounds”,usingyouractor’s tools:body,voice,and imagination!
STEADYBEAT,ALLAROUND
In-Person
AaronFowler,KansasWolfTrap TeachingArtist
Wecanfindrhythmintheearth’s vibrations,thecallsofanimalsand birds,thehumofmachines,and evenourownheartbeats!Explore averyspecialrhythm;steady beat,usingitindifferentways together.
STORIESANDSONGSFROMTHE TREE
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
JoinMs.Pennyandherpuppet friendsastheysingsongsand tellstoriesabouttheanimals foundinandaroundthegreat, bigtree.AninteractiveSTEMand literacyadventureforeveryone!
THETHREEPROBLEM-SOLVING PIGS
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual
JoePipikandJeanneWall, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
InthisSTEM-orientedretellingof theclassictaleof“TheThreeLittle Pigs,”adultsandchildrenexplore asix-stepengineeringprocessto helpthepigsovercomethethreat oftheBigBadWolf!Whenfoiled, thewolfusesthesixproblemsolvingstepstocreativelyresolve achallengewiththethreepigs!
WESTAFRICANHERITAGE: LANGUAGE&MATHTHROUGH MUSIC
&ORALTRADITION
EarlySTEM/Arts
Virtual
AmadouKouyate,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Usingstorytelling,music, drumming,andinstrumentation, BabaAmadousharesartsand learningexperiencesthatbuild earlymathandlanguageskills, whileexploringtherichnessof WestAfricanhistoryandtraditions withchildrenandadults.
WHEREISTHEBEAR?
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
KatherineLyons,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Let’sgoonabearhuntand solveaproblem!Journey togetherinthisstory dramatizationofAskMr.Bear. We’llusebodymovements, props,andchantstoexplore ordinalnumbers,counting, sorting,sequencing,and problemsolvingandmeetfarm animalsandthegiftstheygive us.
WILDANIMALSDANCEPARTY
In-Person
Curtis“Mr.Blues”Mailloux, DC/MD/VAWolfTrap TeachingArtist
Allagegroupscometogetherto participateinthejoyofmoving andmakingmusictogether! Multi-instrumentalistCurtis “Mr.Blues”Maillouxperforms withinstrumentsfromalloverthe world.Heleadsthegroupin singingsongsandusingbody percussiontoconnectwithmusic. Childrenlearnabouttheworld's diverseanimalkingdom,aswellas themanypartsofaband.
WORDSINTHEWILD
In-Person,Virtual ChristinaFarrell,WolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Discovernewwordsonadventures withfavoritewildcreatures! Christinasharessongsandstories aboutanimalsinthenatural world.Discoverhowtousemusic, creativemovement,and storytellingtechniquestoexplore newvocabularytogether
VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS
To schedule a professional development workshop, email education@wolftrap.org. For more information on Wolf Trap’s education programs, visit wolftrap.org/education.
WOLF TRAP
Virtual Workshops
Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts embraces active learning for children through customized, hands-on professional development for early childhood educators
Wolf Trap’s virtual workshops use dance, music, drama, and puppetry as teaching tools for arts integration. Teaching artists provide workshop participants with arts techniques to achieve goals in specific areas, such as literacy and language development, science, math, problem-solving, and classroom management.
Virtual workshops cover a variety of arts disciplines and content areas, including multidisciplinary arts, dance/movement, drama, music, puppetry, and storytelling.
To schedule a virtual workshop, email education@wolftrap.org. For more information on Wolf Trap’s education programs, visit wolftrap.org/education
Arts Integration Leads to Deeper, More Meaningful Learning Through:
Strong Teacher-Child Interactions
Opportunities for SocialEmotional Learning
Extra Math Learning
Increased Language Development
Improved Teacher Practice
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS
DANCE
ARTSINTHENATURALWORLD:
ExploringSciencethroughDance
EarlySTEM/Arts
Pre-K,Kindergarten
AmandaWhiteman,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Learnhowprops,children’s literature,andtheelementsof dancecanbeusedtogetherto facilitatecreativeandsensory experiencesthatignitechildren’s imaginationandunderstanding oftheenvironment,nature,and scientificinquiry
COMMUNITYOFMOVERS:
EncouragingandManaging ThoughtfulMovementinthe Classroom
Pre-KtoGrade2
ValerieBranch,DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Exploretheelementsofdance andnewstrategiestofacilitate movement-ledteachingand learning.Experiencehow creativemovementcanfoster community-buildingand engagement;settingclassroom expectationsandcreatingarich learningenvironmentconnected toyourcurriculargoals.
MATHINMO
CreativeMo
MathFunda
EarlySTEM/ Pre-K,Kinde
RachelKnud TrapMaster
Kinesthetice enhancema social-emoti
Movementis wayschildre andexplore
Learnhowcr anddancep opportunitiesforyoungchildren todevelopandexploremath skillslikenumbersense, classification,geometry, measurement,andmathematical reasoning
PUTTINGYOURBESTFOOT FORWARD:UsingMovement StrategiestoTeachAcrossthe Curriculum
KindergartentoGrade2
KimberliBoyd,DetroitWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Experiencethepowerofapplying movementfundamentalsinthe classroomtoengagelearners acrosscurricularareas
Byintegratingthe“BEST” movementelementsof“body,” “energy,”“space,”and“time” intoyourlessons,youcan exploreaccessiblestrategiesto bringlearningtolife!
TAKINGCHANCESMAKING
DANCES:StrategiesforMath andLiteracythroughStoriesand Movement
Pre-K,Kindergarten
LauraSchandelmeier,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Danceyourwaythroughany book!Engagechildreninphysical activitywhiledevelopingand growingmathandliteracyskills. Usedancestrategiestofacilitate social-emotionallearningand createexperiencesthatcanbe sharedimmediatelyinyour classroom
DRAMA
FINDINGDRAMAEVERYWHERE: BringingNonfictiontoLife
Pre-K,Kindergarten
MelissaRichardson,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Everynonfictiontopicisan excitingstorywaitingtohappen Childrenaregatheringresearch everydaythroughbooks,media,
observations.Tellingandacting outstoriesencouragesteamwork, fosterscreativethinking, reinforcesvocabulary,andhelps childrenmakeconnectionsintheir learning.Engageindramagames thatconnecttheconceptsof character,setting,activity,and plottovirtuallyanycurriculum topic Investigatetechniquesfor usingchildren’spriorknowledge tocreatenonfiction-inspired storiesandbringthemtolife throughmovementanddrama.
LIVINGLITERACYOUTLOUD: Acting,Speaking,Comprehending
Pre-KtoGrade2
KhaleshiaThorpe-Price, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Discovercreativenewwaysto buildlanguageandliteracywith yourstudents!Learnhowcreative movement,physicalstorytelling, andcharacterexploration strategiescanbeusedtohelp strengthenletterrecognition,
vocabularyacquisition,and readingcomprehensioninthe classroom Thisworkshop preparesparticipantstotake wordsoffthepageandonto theirclassroom“stage,”by introducingactivitiesthat explorethetheatrical conceptsofbody,voice, character,andsetting
MUSIC
THEBEATOFYOUROWN DRUM: MusicandDramaStrategies forChildrenwithSpecial LearningNeeds
Pre-K,Kindergarten
ValerieBayneCarroll, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Learnperformingarts strategiesdesignedto enhancethedevelopmentof social-emotionalskillswith childrenwithspecialneeds Artsstrategiessuchascalland-responsesinging,creative movementwithsteadybeat, guideddramaticplay,andthe explorationofbooksthrough musicareeffectivewith childrenwithmultiplelearning styles,andinspireenthusiastic interaction.Inaddition, childrencanexplorelifeskills suchaslisteningandturntaking,andhowtobe independentwhilealso formingpartofagroup.
GREATMUSICAL ADAPTATIONS:
SongsforMemorableTeach andSmoothTransitions
Pre-K,Kindergarten
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWo
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Musichasapowerfulprese inourlivesandcanbeused meanstoaccomplishmany goals Identifyareaswhere musicaltoolscanenhance classroompracticesand activities,andexplorehow createandusemusicstrate tosupportlearningobjectiv Learnhowbeat,melody,an lyricscreatefocus,improve motivation,affectmood,and fosterliteracyskills.
PUPPETRY
LOOKINGFORMUSICALCLUES:
UncoveringtheHiddenMusic inFavoriteStories
Pre-K,Kindergarten
ChristinaFarrell,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Learntouncoverthehidden musicinfavoritestories!
Exploreartsstrategiesfor adaptingtextfromabookto includemusicalelements,and practicesimpletechniquesfor usingrhythmandmelodyto engageyoungchildrenin storytelling.Createachild-led musicalexperiencebasedona favoritestory!
OUTSIDEYOURDOOR:Exploring theArtsinNature
EarlySTEM/Arts
Pre-K,Kindergarten
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
ExpandopportunitiesforSTEM learningbyusingartsstrategiesto investigatetheworldaroundyou Exploreearth,life,andphysical sciencesthroughdrama,music, andpuppetry.Discoverhowthe artscanenhancechildren’s understandingofweatherand seasonalchanges,andthenatural worldoutsideyourdoor
EXPLORINGSCIENCETHROUGH THEARTS
EarlySTEM/Arts
Pre-K,Kindergarten
JeanneWall,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Tryoutarts-integrated strategiesusingdrama,creative movementandpuppetryto expandachild’sknowledgeof theworld,whiledevelopingkey STEMlearningskillssuchas observation,description,and problem-solving.Createartsintegratedlearningexperiences thatalignwithearlychildhood curriculumstandardsandfoster scientificdiscoveryandearly STEMskillsandpractice.
FOR INFANTS & TODDLERS
ARTSINTHENATURALWORLD: ExploringSTEMthroughDance andMovementwithInfantsand YoungChildren EarlySTEM/Arts
0-3Years
AmandaWhiteman,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
ExploreSTEMandmovement experiencesthatdrawfromthe naturalworldsurroundingour youngestlearners.Learnandtry arts-integratedexperiences designedtojumpstartearlySTEM learningwhileencouraging creativemovementthatpromotes healthygrowthanddevelopment.
BABIESSIMPLYKNOW: ExploringMovementPatterns withInfantsandVeryYoung Children
0-3Years
AnneSidney,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Promotelearning,buildtrust,and cultivateasecureattachment throughsonganddance!Explore developmentalmovement patternswithinthefirstyearof life,andlearnhowdancecan facilitatebabies’physicaland socialdevelopment.
GREATMUSICAL
ADAPTATIONSFORINFANTS ANDTODDLERS! SongsforMemorable Experiences,Transitionsand Routines
0-3Years
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Harnessthepowerofmusicto enhancelearningand engagementwithinfantsand youngchildren!Experienceand tryoutmusicstrategiesand promoteexplorationacross developmentaldomainsusing beat,melody,andlyrics.
LEARNINGTHROUGH MOVEMENTFORINFANTSAND TODDLERS: BabyBeat,BabyFeet
Exploreartsintegratedmotor experiencesthatcanbeadapted forfamiliesandchildrenfromthe prenatalperiodthroughyoung childhood.Tryoutmovement strategiesthatsupportthe healthygrowthanddevelopment ofchildrenofallabilitiesand comfortlevelsandtheadults aroundthem!
SINGASONGOFSTORIES!
0-3Years
ValerieBayneCarroll,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist Learnhowtolinkstorieswith musicandmovement.Explorethe beatandrhythmoflanguagefrom booksthroughchanting,call-andresponse,andrhythm instruments.Usepropsandhand gesturestobringillustrationsto throughsight,sound,touch,and
OUTSIDEYOURDOOR:Exploringthe ArtsinNaturewithInfantsand Toddlers
EarlySTEM/Arts
0-3Years
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Exploreearth,life,andphysical sciencesthroughdrama,music,and puppetry Discoverhowtheartscan enhanceunderstandingoftheworld aroundus–andourplaceinit.
VIRTUAL EARLY ARTS LEARNING (EAL) WORKSHOPS
The Early Arts Learning workshops, or EALs, are introductory guided experiences in music, drama and dance. Participants will work with a Wolf Trap Master Teaching Artist to break down an art form into its fundamental elements, and apply those elements to strategies for learning in all domains -- in virtual, hybrid, and in-person early childhood spaces.
FAMILY INVOLVEMENT WORKSHOPS
ANEPICSTORYADVENTURE
AliOliver-Kruger,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapTeachingArtist
Createaplayofyourown--no priorplaywritingortheatre experienceneeded!Adultsand childrenwillapplytheir imaginationsandactingtools,to createadramaadventurefrom anywhere!Useguidedimagery, sensoryexploration,and imaginarytraveltojumpstartfun withepicstories!
BRINGINGLEARNINGTOLIFE WITHSTORIES:THELITTLERED HEN
KimBaran,GeorgiaWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
JoinMasterTeachingArtistKim Baran,theLittleRedHenandher friends,onanimaginaryjourney Explorehowcharactersandstory animationcanbringaclassictale tolifewithnewopportunitiesfor learning!
CRUISINGTHECARIBBEAN
TerleneD.Terry-Todd, DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Ms.Twillleadusonan imaginaryjourneytothesunny WestIndieswithmusic,dance, andstorytelling Together,we willusemovement,songs, chants,props,andcostumesto bringlearningtolife!
DANCINGTHROUGHTHEDAY
LauraSchandelmeier,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Comedanceandsingtogether! Howcanyouuseyourwhole bodytomoveindifferentways? Learnhowtocreatemovement anddanceopportunitiestogether usinginspirationfromcharacters fromafavoritebook
EVERYDAYADVENTURES:
EXPLORINGSIGNSANDSYMBOLS
MorganSendek,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Takeanimaginaryjourneyfullof creativemovementanddramatic elements;identifyingand interpretingsignsandsymbols youmightencounterindailylife!
EXPRESSYOURSELF
ValerieBranch,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
JoinMasterTeachingArtist
ValerieBranchinaninteractive movementexperience–creating dancesandexploring choreographythat reflectsyourindividual characteristicsandthe thingsthatmakeyou unique!
GROWINGGREEN
EarlySTEM/Arts
TerryLeoninoandGregArtzner, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
Celebratethewonderofthe naturalworldthroughsongsof naturethatfacilitateand encourageresponsible environmentalhabitsinyoung children.JoinTerryandGregfora musicalexplorationoftheplants andanimalsallaroundus!
HOWWEGROW!EARLYARTS FORCHILDRENANDFAMILIES
EarlySTEM/Arts
MariaTripodi,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Let’stakeanimaginaryjourneyto seewhat’sgrowinginthegarden! Mariawillguidechildrenand familiesthroughmovement experiencesthatprovidean interactiveopportunityto experiencechildren’sliterature andtheworldaroundthem. (AvailableinEnglish,Spanish, andbilingualformats)
ILIKETOBEME...WHENI GROWUP!
KofiDennis,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
JoinKofitobringbooks, rhymes,andsongstolifewith movement,instruments, scarves,andstreamers-singinganddancingtogether
I’VEGOTAFEELING
EliasSchutzman,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
Everyonehaslotsoffeelings inside–anditcanbehelpfulto sharethemwithtrustedfriends andfamily.Playandsingalong withMr.Eliasinanexploration offeelingsandemotionsweall have,throughmusicand puppetry.
LET’STAP!
QuynnJohnson,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Jointapartist,Ms.Quynn,inafunfilledexplorationofearlymathand languageconceptsthrough movement,beat,andmusic.This workshopgetseveryonemovingin asharedexperienceofactive learning.
LIFEISADRUM,SOBEATIT!
DevinWalker,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
MOVINGANDLEARNING THROUGHTHERAINFOREST EarlySTEM/Arts
NatashaMirny,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Takeanimaginaryjourneyto therainforesttoexplorea varietyofanimalsandnatural elements,andlearnaboutthe importanceofprotectingand preservingthisunique environmentandother
READY,SET,IMAGINE!
Diveintotheworldofpercussion with“Uncle”DevinWalker,ashe exploresmathandliteracy conceptsusingbeat,rhythm,and patterns.Createmusictogether usingeverydayobjects–learn aboutinstrumentsfromaround theglobe,andexperience percussionwithyourowntwo hands.
MicheleValeri,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Discoverhowtheworldof imaginationcanmake learningfuneverywhereand everyday.Micheleshares music,puppetry,and storytellingtechniquesthat willhelpopenthedoorto morereading,exploring language,andproblemsolving.
SING,DANCE,ANDPLAY ACROSSTHEUSA
WinceyTerry-Bryant,New JerseyWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Takeanimaginaryjourneyover land,waterandthroughtheair withWinceyassheusesmusic andmovementtoexploresites acrosstheUnitedStates!Enjoy learningtogetherasyoushare anactiveexperienceofsinging, moving,andmake-believe.
SPECIALDELIVERIESDRAMATICEXPLORATION WITHMR.POSTMOUSE
EarlySTEM/Arts
KhaleshiaThorpe-Price, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Mr.Postmousehasabigjob. Heneedstodelivermailacross manyhabitats,andthroughout theanimalkingdom!JoinMs. Khaleshiaonalivelydramatic adventure,helpingMr. Postmousedohis“rounds”, usingyouractor’stools:body, voiceandimagination!
STORIESANDSONGSFROMTHE TREE
EarlySTEM/Arts
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
JoinMs.Pennyandherpuppet friendsastheysingsongsandtell storiesabouttheanimalsfoundin andaroundthegreat,bigtree.An interactiveSTEMandliteracy adventureforeveryone!
THETHREEPROBLEM-SOLVING PIGS
EarlySTEM/Arts
JoePipikandJeanneWall, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
WESTAFRICANHERITAGE: LANGUAGE&MATH THROUGHMUSIC&ORAL TRADITION
EarlySTEM/Arts
AmadouKouyate,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
Usingstorytelling,music, drumming,and instrumentation,Baba Amadousharesartsand learningexperiencesthat buildearlymathandlanguage skills,whileexploringthe richnessofWestAfrican historyandtraditionswith
WORDSINTHEWILD
ChristinaFarrell,WolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
InthisSTEM-orientedretellingof theclassictaleofTheThreePigs, adultsandchildrenareintroduced toasimplesix-stepengineering processtohelpthepigsovercome thethreatoftheBigBadWolf. Whenfoiled,thewolfusesthesix problem-solvingstepstocreatively resolveanongoingchallengewith thethreepigs!
Discovernewwordson adventureswithfavoritewild creatures!Christinashares songsandstoriesabout animalsinthenaturalworld. Discoverhowtousemusic, creativemovement,and storytellingtechniquesto explorenewvocabulary together.