WORKSHOP CATALOG
To schedule a 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
DANCINGENGINEERS:
BuildingSocialandEmotional SkillswithDanceandSTEM
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
SarahCouncil,WolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Teachingartistanddancer
SarahCouncilsharesnovel, participatoryapproachesto workingwithyoungchildren, thatcombinefundamental elementsofdancewith
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
DRAMATICADVENTURES: CreatingOriginalStorieswith Children
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!
MULTIDISCIPLINARY ARTS
ARTFULENGINEERING: ExploringSimpleMachines throughDrama,Movement, andMusic
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
JeanneWall,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Throughdrama,puppetry, music,andcreativemovement, explorehowsimplemachines makeourworkeasierby movingobjects,liftingheavy loads,andbuildingsolutionsto problems!We’llcombinearts strategieswithengineering’ssix steps,learningaboutwheeland axle,inclinedplaneandpulley, andprovidecreative opportunitiesforlearningin STEMandlanguageand literacy.
THEBEATOFYOUROWN DRUM:MusicandDrama StrategiesforChildrenWith SpecialLearningNeeds
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-K,Kindergarten
ValerieBayneCarroll, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Learnperformingartsstrategies designedtoenhancethe developmentofsocialemotionalskillsforchildren withspeciallearningneeds.
Steadybeat,guideddramatic play,andtheexplorationof booksthroughmusicare effectivewithartsstrategies suchascall-and-response singing,creativemovementwith childrenwithmanylearning styles,andinspireenthusiastic interaction.Explorelifeskillslike listeningandturn-takingand howtobeindependentwhile alsobeingpartofagroup.
Participateinandanalyzea lesson,withstep-by-step examinationofstructure, transitions,andeasysolutions forcommonclasschallenges. Participantswillcreateand enhancestrategieswiththeir ownpersonalflair,culture,and expertise!
EXTENDINGTHESTORY:
IntegratingthePerformingArts andLearning In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
JeanneWall,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMaster
Explorehow creativemo andmusicc learnersto book!Using asasource practiceart strategiesto aboutnatur whilefoster learningand
KEEPITMOVING:UsingtheArts andPersonalTouchesfor SmoothTransitionsandSmart ClassroomManagement In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
PaigeHernandez,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Explorecreativewaystofacilitate transitions,establishroutines, andenhancedailypracticesusing artsstrategiesthatinclude dance,poetry,hiphop,andsign language!
MOVERSANDSHAKERS:
DiscoveringSTEMThrough DanceandDrama
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
TerleneTerry-Todd,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Lookingfornewideasand creativeexperiencesto enhanceSTEMlearning?Use artsstrategiestoexplore physicalscience(thesun, moon,Earth’srotations),Earth science(clouds,atmosphere), recycling,andengineering practice,whilemakingstrong connectionstoliteracyandthe scientificmethod
Thishands-on,interactive movementworkshopwillget yourcreativejuicesflowingas youbecomethenextSTEM moversandshakers!
SPECTACULARVERNACULAR:
EnrichingVocabularywithArts Strategies
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
PaigeHernandez,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Discoverengagingwaysto enhanceyourstudents’ vocabulary!Participantswillget first-handexperienceusingarts strategiesthatincludehiphop, signlanguage,andtheater games!
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/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Discoverhowstoryboxescan facilitateexplorationofthe earlychildhooddevelopmental domainsandenhance children’slearning.Aboxfull offoundobjectsandalittle i inationcanprovide tunitiesfordance, rical,andcreative iences!Inthisworkshop, torsexploretoolsto handextendchildren’s ureusingaformofWolf CoffeeCanTheaterngbookstolife!
WHYAREWESTANDINGSTILL?
ThePowerofTableauinthe EarlyChildhoodClassroom
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
MelissaRichardsonand AmandaWhiteman,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artists
Experiencethepowerof tableauaschildrenembody conceptsinliteracy,math, science,andsocialstudieswith elementsofdanceanddrama
Bymakingstillpictureswith theirbodiestorepresenta scene,usingtableaudevelops children’sfocus,selfregulation,spatialawareness, andself-expression This workshopwillscaffolda progressionofskillsfortableau fromconcreterepresentation tomoreabstractthinkingand learning
DANCE/MOVEMENT
ARTS-BASEDASSESSMENT: SeriousFunandGames
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
LauraSchandelmeier, DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Turneverydaymomentsinto opportunitiesforassessment! Explorepracticalapproaches designedfortheearlychildhood classroomusingdramaand music
Throughthisworkshop,youwill developyourownarts-based assessmentexperienceand expandtheimaginative, movement-filled,andmusical environmentofyourclassroom.
ARTSINAPPLICATION:Dancein KindergartenMath EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Getinspiredbythenatural connectionbetweenmathand dancetoigniteyour imagination,asyoucreate multisensoryexperiencesforthe kindergartenclassroom. Participantswillexploremath anddanceusingmovement, props,stories,andmusicthat alignwithkindergartenmath.
ARTSINTHENATURAL WORLD:ExploringScience throughDance EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual Pre-K,Kindergarten
AmandaWhiteman, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Ignitechildren’simagination andunderstandingofthe environment,nature,and scientificinquiry!
Learnhowprops,children’s literature,andtheelementsof dancecanbeusedtogetherto facilitatecreativeandsensory experiencesthatenhance STEMlearning
COMMUNITYOFMOVERS: EncouragingandManaging ThoughtfulMovementinthe Classroom
In-Person,Virtual Pre-KtoGrade1
ValerieBranch,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Exploretheelementsofdance andlearnnewstrategiesto facilitatemovement-led teachingandlearning.
Experiencehowcreative movementcanfoster community-buildingand engagement,setclassroom expectations,andcreatearich learningenvironment connectedtoyourcurricular goals.
CREATINGDANCEEXPERIENCES
IN
THEEARLYCHILDHOOD 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. Discovernewwaystoengage children,encouragingthemto lookattheworldthroughthe eyesofascientistandadancer. Theyaren'tasdifferentasyou maythink!
THEEARTHSPINSANDSOCANI:
TheDanceofLivingCommunities
In-Person
EarlySTEM/Arts
Pre-KtoGrade1
RobertaLucas,DetroitWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Fromthebackyardtothe schoolyard,park,forest,and beyond,learnhowtocreate habitatsfoundinstories,nonfictiontexts,andSTEM curriculum,usingimaginationand dance.
Deepenchildren’smovement vocabularybyobservingand interpretingtheactionsand movementsoflivingthings andtheirenvironments. Creatingmovement sequencesasaclass ensembleallowschildrento experiencethe interdependencewithinan environment.Simpleprops, music,andsoundsbringthe earth’smanydancestolifein thepreschoolthroughfirstgradeclassrooms.
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:
CommunicatingtheMeaningof PoetrythroughDance
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Explorehowlanguageinspires movement,andhowpoemscanbe usedtocreateadance.
Participantswilllearnstrategiesto inspirechildrentocreatetheir owndancesbasedontheir interpretationsofpoetry, providingnewopportunitiesto supportthedevelopmentof languageandliteracy.
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 classroomtoengagelearners acrosscurricularareas.By integratingthe“BEST”movement elementsof“body,”“energy,” “space,”and“time”intoyour lessons,youcanexplorestrategies thatbringlearningtolife!
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-InRoleStrategiesforSTEM Exploration
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
ChristinaFarrell,WolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Thishighlyinteractive workshopprovidesan opportunitytolearnhowto tapintoyoungchildren’slove ofimaginativeplaytospark meaningfulexplorationsof STEMcontent.Identify strategiesforassuming dramaticplayroles,adapting informationaltextinto dramaticscenarios,and askingopen-endedquestions toempowerchildrentoapply criticalthinkingskillswhile providingopportunitiesto assesstheirlearning
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 conceptsofcharacter,setting, activity,andplottovirtuallyany curriculumtopic.
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.
MATHDETECTIVES–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!Wehavesound andaction!”You’rethedirector andthechildrenarelearning mathconceptslikepatterns, shapes,andcomparativesizes throughguidedplayas performersinamake-believe 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!Learn strategiesthathelpchildren experiencethe“aha!”feeling thatcomesfromadeeper connectionwithstorycontent andnewlearning.
AGOOAMEE:EngagingYoung ChildrenWith“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!
DIDYOUHEARTHAT?Learningto ListenthroughSoundPlay, Soundscapes,andStories
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
MaryGresock,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Whatwasthatsound?Creative soundexplorationcanbecomean effectivewaytostrengthen criticallisteningskills, concentration,andself-regulation withyoungchildren.Engagein soundgamesandexperiment withplayfulcreationsinsound sciencedesignedtomotivate littleearstoopenup,listen,and learn.
Practicelanguageandliteracy skillsandidentifytheshared commonvocabularyofmusic andscience.
GREATMUSICAL ADAPTATIONS:
SongsforMemorableTeaching andSmoothTransitions
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-K,Kindergarten
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Musichasapowerfulpresence inourlivesandcanbeusedasa meanstoaccomplishmany goals.Identifyareaswhere musicaltoolscanenhance classroompracticesand activitiesandexplorehowto createandusemusicstrategies tosupportlearningobjectives. andmotorskills.
Learnhowbeat,melody,and lyricscreatefocus,improve motivation,affectmood,and fosterliteracyskills.
GROWINGGREEN
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
TerryLeoninoandGregArtzner, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
Celebratethewonderofthe naturalworldaroundusand encouragetheprotectionof wildlifeandhabitatthroughthe useofmusic,creativedrama andmovement Exploreour connectiontothefamiliesof plantsandanimalswhilesharing ideasandchoiceschildrencan maketobecomeenvironmental caregiverswhileenhancing curriculumgoalssuchas cognitionandidentification, listening,andverbalization.
IFBOOKSCOULDSING(EVENIF YOUDON’T!)
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
TerryLeoninoandGregArtzner, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
Developedforteachersand educatorswithlittleornomusical background,this workshopwillassistparticipants tobecomefamiliarwiththe variouswayssongscanenhance thecontentandthemesof children’sbooks.Participantswill takepartinindividual,largeand smallgroupworkdesignedto provideopportunitiestohelpyou developandpracticemusicand songtechniquesthatfoster literacyskillsandsupport curriculargoals.
LOOKINGFORMUSICALCLUES: UncoveringtheHiddenMusic inFavoriteStories
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-K,Kindergarten
ChristinaFarrell,WolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Learntouncoverthehidden musicinfavoritestories! Exploreartsstrategiesfor adaptingtextfromabookto includemusicalelements; practicesimpletechniquesfor usingrhythmandmelodyto engageyoungchildrenin storytelling.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 havetheopportunityto developcreativenew strategiesfor"musictime"to individualizeapproachesfor thechildrenintheircare.
MUSICMAKESTHEWORLD OUND
son
,Kindergarten
eleValeri,DC/MD/VA TrapMasterTeaching rehowsongs,simple ments,andsoundeffects eusedtoreinforce ularcontent,enhance veplayandimagination, nlanguageandliteracy iences,andfoster vetransitionsduring day.Learnandshare designedfortheearly oodclassroom.
MUSICALMOMENTS:Using MusictoExploreMathin Children’sLiterature
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual Pre-K,Kindergarten
WinceyTerry-Bryant,New JerseyWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Tapintoyoungchildren’slove ofmusicandstoriestospark meaningfulexplorationofmath concepts.Learnwaystoidentify mathopportunitiesinchildren’s booksandstoriesandcreate catchysongs,chants,to enhancemathlearning Explore theuseofmusicasaclassroom managementandassessment tool.
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 learningbyusingarts strategiestoinvestigatethe worldaroundyou Explore earth,life,andphysical sciencesthroughdrama, music,andpuppetry. Discoverhowtheartscan enhancechildren’s understandingofweatherand seasonalchanges,andthe naturalworld.
EXPLORINGSCIENCE THROUGHTHEARTS
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual
Pre-K,Kinderga t
JeanneWall,DC
TrapMasterTea
Tryarts-integrat usingdrama,cre movement,and expandachild’s theworld,while keySTEMlearni likeobservation andproblemsol
Createarts-integratedlearning experiencesthatalignwithearly childhoodcurriculumstandards andfosterscientificdiscoveryand earlySTEMskillsandpractice
FROMTHEPICTUREBOOKPAGE TOTHEPUPPETSTAGE
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
IngridCrepeau,DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Puppetplaygeneratesinterest andexcitementaboutbooksand encouragesauditory,visual,and kinestheticlearning Usebooksto createpuppetlessonstopromote literacyandlanguage development.Participantswill increasetheirknowledgeof foundationalpuppetryskills, exploreideasforusingbooksto createpuppetlessons,andlearn methodsformakingandusing simplepuppetstages.
IMAGINETHAT!Creative ProblemSolvingthrough EngineeringandPuppetry
EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person
Pre-K,Kindergarten
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Discoverhowtheconnections betweentheengineering methodandpuppetrycan enhanceyourteaching! Educatorswilllearntoenhance curriculumthroughprojectbasedexperiencesusingdrama, 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/ TODDLERSEDUCATORS
ARTSINTHENATURALWORLD: ExploringSTEMthroughDance andMovementwithInfants andYoungChildren EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual
0-3Years
AmandaWhiteman,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
ExploreSTEMandmovement experiencesthatdrawfromthe naturalworldsurroundingour youngestlearners.Learnandtry arts-integratedexperiences designedtojumpstartearly STEMlearningwhile encouragingcreativemovement thatpromoteshealthygrowth anddevelopment.
BABYARTSPLAY:Musicwith InfantsandToddlers
In-Person
0-3Years
ValerieBayneCarroll, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Learnhowsongsandmusiccan bewovenintotheexperiences androutinesofthedaywith infantsandyoungchildrento fosterlearningand development.
Participantswillactivelyengage inmusic,songs,andmovement experiencesdesignedforinfants andveryyoungchildrento providesupportacrossthe developmentaldomains.
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!
OUTSIDEYOURDOOR: ExploringtheArtsinNature withInfantsandToddlers EarlySTEM/Arts
In-Person,Virtual 0-3Years
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Exploreearth,life,andphysical sciencesthroughdrama,music, andpuppetry.Discoverhowthe artscanenhanceunderstanding fth ld d d
SINGASONGOFSTORIES! In-Person,Virtual 0-3Years
ValerieBayneCarroll, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Learnhowtolinkstorieswith musicandmovement.Explore thebeatandrhythmof languagefrombooksthrough chanting,call-and-response, andrhythminstruments Use dh d t t ,
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 family involvement workshop, email education@wolftrap.org. For more information on Wolf Trap’s education programs, visit wolftrap.org/education.
WOLF TRAP
Family Involvement Workshops
p / g 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
Increased Language Development Arts Integration Leads to Deeper, More Meaningful Learning Through:
Extra Math Learning
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 DIFFERENT
PLACE
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 indailylife!
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/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
JoinKofitobringbooks,rhymes, andsongstolifewith movement,instruments, scarves,andstreamers-singinganddancingtogether whileexploringwhatmakes eachofusspecial!
INTERACTIVEREADINGFOR ACTIVE
In-Person
AmandaWhiteman,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Simpledance,drama,andmusic strategiescandeepenchildren’s loveforandinterestinbooks! Let’sgetouryoungestlearners moving,imagining,andexploring theircreativeselves.
I’VEGOTAFEELING
In-Person,Virtual EliasSchutzman,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Everyonehaslotsoffeelings inside–anditcanbehelpfulto sharethemwithtrustedfriends andfamily.Playandsingalong withMr.Eliasinanexplorationof emotionsweallhave,through musicandpuppetry.
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 MUSIC,WORDS,ACTION!
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.
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.
STEADYBEAT,ALLAROUND
In-Person
AaronFowler,KansasWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Wecanfindrhythminthe earth’svibrations,thecalls ofanimalsandbirds,the humofmachines,andeven ourownheartbeats!Explore averyspecialrhythm;steady beat,usingitindifferent waystogether.
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“TheThree LittlePigs,”adultsandchildren exploreasix-stepengineering processtohelpthepigs overcomethethreatoftheBig BadWolf!Whenfoiled,thewolf usesthesixproblem-solving stepstocreativelyresolvea challengew
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/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Let’sgoonabearhuntandsolvea problem!Journeytogetherinthis storydramatizationofAskMr. Bear.We’llusebodymovements, props,andchantstoexplore ordinalnumbers,counting, sorting,sequencing,andproblem solvingandmeetfarmanimalsand thegiftstheygiveus.
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 virtual 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.
MATHIN
MO
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, andobservations.Tellingand actingoutstoriesencourages teamwork,fosterscreative thinking,reinforcesvocabulary, andhelpschildrenmake connectionsintheirlearning Engageindramagamesthat connecttheconceptsofcharacter, setting,activity,andplotto virtuallyanycurriculumtopic. Investigatetechniquesforusing children’spriorknowledgeto createnonfiction-inspiredstories andbringthemtolifethrough movementanddrama.
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.
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
0-3Years
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 life.Engageveryyoungchildren 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/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
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!
KofiDennis,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
JoinKofitobringbooks, rhymes,andsongstolifewith movement,instruments, scarves,andstreamers-singinganddancingtogether exploringwhatmakeseachof
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 ecosystems.
Diveintotheworldofpercussion with“Uncle”DevinWalker,ashe exploresmathandliteracy conceptsusingbeat,rhythm,and patterns.Createmusictogether usingeverydayobjects–learn aboutinstrumentsfromaround theglobe,andexperience percussionwithyourowntwo hands.
READY,SET,IMAGINE!
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.
STORIESANDSONGSFROM THETREE
EarlySTEM/Arts
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
JoinMs.Pennyandherpuppet friendsastheysingsongsand tellstoriesabouttheanimals foundinandaroundthegreat, bigtree.AninteractiveSTEM andliteracyadventurefor everyone!
THETHREEPROBLEM-SOLVING PIGS
EarlySTEM/Arts
JoePipikandJeanneWall, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
InthisSTEM-orientedretellingof theclassictaleofTheThreePigs, adultsandchildrenareintroduced toasimplesix-stepengineering processtohelpthepigsovercome thethreatoftheBigBadWolf. Whenfoiled,thewolfusesthesix problem-solvingstepstocreatively resolveanongoingchallengewith thethreepigs!
WORDSINTHEWILD
WESTAFRICANHERITAGE: LANGUAGE&MATHTHROUGH MUSIC&ORALTRADITION
EarlySTEM/Arts
AmadouKouyate,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Usingstorytelling,music, drumming,andinstrumentation, BabaAmadousharesartsand learningexperiencesthatbuild earlymathandlanguageskills, whileexploringtherichnessof WestAfricanhistoryandtraditions withchildrenandadults.
ChristinaFarrell,WolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Discovernewwordson adventureswithfavoritewild creatures!Christinashares songsandstoriesabout animalsinthenaturalworld. Discoverhowtousemusic, creativemovement,and storytellingtechniquesto explorenewvocabulary together.
