WORKSHOP CATALOG
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS
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, including dance/movement, drama, music, puppetry, and storytelling and are designed for adults working with Infant/toddler, preschool and early elementary aged children
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: BUILDINGSOCIALAND EMOTIONALSKILLSWITH
DANCEANDSTEM(I)
SarahCouncil,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
EarlySTEM/Arts
Teachingartistanddancer
SarahCouncilsharesnovel, participatoryapproachesto workingwithyoungchildren, thatcombinefundamental
Collaborate,createunique experiences,andexploretheir specificapplicationtotheareas ofsocialemotionallearningand STEM(science,technology, engineering,andmath).
BRINGINGDANCEANDTHEATER TOYOURSTORYTIME(I)
NatashaMirny,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Multi-disciplinaryteachingartist NatashaMirnysharesavarietyof
Discoverandtryoutartful experiencesthatbringchildren andadultstogethertoexplore children’sstories,bringing languageandliteracytolife.
MAKINGPLAYHAPPEN: CREATINGORIGINALSTORIESIN THECLASSROOM(I)
AliOliver-Krueger,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Creatingoriginalstories,whether inspiredbyliterarytextor
MULTIDISCIPLINARY ARTS
ARTFULENGINEERING:
ExploringSimpleMachines throughDrama,Movement, andMusic(I)
EarlySTEM/Arts
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 STEMandlanguageandliteracy.
KEEPITMOVING:Usingthe
Participantswillcreateand enhancestrategieswiththeir ownpersonalflair,culture,and expertise!
THEBEATOFYOUROWN DRUM:
MusicandDramaStrategiesfor ChildrenwithSpecialLearning Needs(V)(I)
ValerieBayneCarroll,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Learnperformingartsstrategies designedtoenhancethe developmentofsocial-emotional skillsforchildrenwithspecial learningneeds.Artsstrategies suchascall-and-response singing,creativemovementwith steadybeat,guideddramatic play,andtheexplorationof booksthroughmusicare
Explorelifeskillslikelistening andturn-takingandhowtobe independentwhilealsobeing partofagroup.
MOVERSANDSHAKERS:
DiscoveringSTEMthrough DanceandDrama(I)
EarlySTEM/Arts
TerleneTerry-Todd,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Lookingfornewideasand creativeexperiencestoenhance STEMlearning?Usearts strategiestoexplorephysical science(thesun,moon,and earth’srotations),earthscience (cloudsandatmosphere), recycling,andengineering practice,whilemakingstrong connectionstoliteracyandthe scientificmethod.Thishands-on, k h
SPECTACULARVERNACULAR:
EnrichingVocabularywith ArtsStrategies(I)
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
(I)
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?
ThePowerofTableauinthe EarlyChildhoodClassroom(I) 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 tomoreabstractthinkingand ning.
DANCE
ARTS-BASEDASSESSMENT:
SeriousFunandGames(I)
LauraSchandelmeier, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Turneverydaymomentsinto opportunitiesforassessment! Explorepracticalapproaches designedfortheearly childhoodclassroomusing dramaandmusic Throughthis workshop,youwilldevelop yourownarts-based assessmentexperienceand expandtheimaginative, movementfilled,andmusical environmentofyour classroom.
ARTSINAPPLICATION:Dance inKindergartenMath(I) EarlySTEM/Arts
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Getinspiredbythenatural connectionbetweenmathand dancetoigniteyour imagination,asyoucreate multisensoryexperiencesfor thekindergartenclassroom. Participantswillexploremath anddanceusingmovement, props,stories,andmusicthat alignwithkindergartenmath curriculumstandards
ARTSINTHENAT WORLD:Explorin throughDance(I EarlySTEM/Arts
AmandaWhitem WolfTrapMaster Artist
Ignitechildren’si andunderstandin environment,nat scientificinquiry! props,children’s theelementsofd usedtogetherto creativeandsens experiencesthat STEMlearning
COMMUNITYOF Encouragingand ThoughtfulMovementinthe Classroom(I)(V)
ValerieBranch,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist(Pre-KtoGrade1)
Exploretheelementsofdance andlearnnewstrategiesto facilitatemovement-led teachingandlearning Experiencehowcreative movementcanfoster community-buildingand engagement;setclassroom expectations,andcreatearich learningenvironment connectedtoyourcurricular goals.
CREATINGDANCEEXPERIENCES INTHEEARLYCHILDHOOD CLASSROOM(I)
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Childrenmovenaturally!When movementbecomesconsciously structuredandhappenswith awareness,itbecomesdance. Learnhowdanceandmovement experienceshelpchildrendevelop anawarenessoftheirbodyin spaceandprovideopportunities forflexibility,balance,and coordination.Createexperiences thatfacilitatesocialinteraction, cooperation,self-regulation,and promoteemotionalwell-being.
CRUISINGTHECARIBBEAN(I)
TerleneD.Terry-Todd,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Ms.Twillleadusonanimaginary journeytothesunnyWestIndies withmusic,dance,and storytelling.Together,wewilluse movement,songs,chants,props, andcostumestobringlearningto life!
DANCINGLIKEASCIENTIST(I)
EarlySTEM/Arts
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 lookattheworldthroughtheeyes ofascientistandadancer.They aren'tasdifferentasyoumay think!
RTHSPINSANDSOCANI:
nceofLivingCommunities
oGrade1)(I)
TEM/Arts
aLucas,DetroitWolfTrap TeachingArtist
hebackyardtothe ard,park,forest,and y ,learnhowtocreate habitatsfoundinstories,nonfictiontexts,andSTEM curriculum,usingimaginationand dance.Deepenchildren’s movementvocabularyby observingandinterpretingthe actionsandmovementsofliving thingsandtheirenvironments. Creatingmovementsequencesas aclassensembleallowschildren toexperiencethe interdependencewithinan environment Simpleprops, music,andsoundsbringthe earth’smanydancestolifeinthe preschoolthroughfirstgrade classrooms.
LETTHEPICTURESMOVEYOU: UsingBookswithFewWordsto InspireMovementandLanguage inChildren(I)
MariaTripodi,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Learnhowtousepicturebooksas inspirationforcreativemovement foreveryone!Incorporatingbasic danceconcepts,music,and literature,teacherswillbe introducedtomovement-based experiencesthatfosterlanguage andliteracydevelopmentinthe classroom
POETRYINMOTION: CommunicatingtheMeaning ofPoetrythroughDance(I)
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Explorehowlanguage inspiresmovement,andhow poemscanbeusedtocreate adance Participantswill learnstrategiestoinspire childrentocreatetheirown dancesbasedontheir interpretationsofpoetry, providingnewopportunities tosupportthedevelopment oflanguageandliteracy.
MATHINMOTION:Using CreativeMovementto ExploreMathFundamentals! (I)(V)EarlySTEM/Arts
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Kinestheticexperiencescan enhancemath,language,and social-emotionallearning Movementisoneofthefirst wayschildrenexpress themselvesandexploretheir environments.Learnhow creativemovementand danceprovideanopportunity foryoungchildrentodevelop andexploremathskillslike numbersense,classification, geometry,measurement,and mathematicalreasoning.
PUTTINGYOURBESTFOOT FORWARD:UsingMovement StrategiestoTeachAcrossthe Curriculum(I)(V) (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(I)(V)
LauraSchandelmeier,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist Danceyourwaythroughanybook! Engagechildreninphysicalactivity whiledevelopingandgrowingmath andliteracyskills.Usedance strategiestofacilitatesocial emotionallearningandcreate experiencesthatcanbeshared immediatelyinyourclassroom.
DRAMA
COUNTMEIN!Teacher-In-Role StrategiesforSTEMExploration EarlySTEM/Arts(I)
ChristinaFarrell,WolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Thishighlyinteractiveworkshop providesanopportunitytolearn howtotapintoyoungchildren’s loveofimaginativeplaytospark meaningfulexplorationsofSTEM content.Identifystrategiesfor assumingdramaticplayroles, adaptinginformationaltextinto dramaticscenarios,andasking open-endedquestionsto empowerchildrentoapply criticalthinkingskillswhile providingopportunitiestoassess theirlearning.
FINDINGDRAMAEVERYWHERE: BringingNonfictiontoLife(I)(V)
MelissaRichardson,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Everynonfictiontopicisan excitingstorywaitingtohappen Childrengatherresearch everydaythroughbooks,media, andsensoryobservations.
Discoverstrategiesfor collecting,sharing,and celebratingthisresearchasa classroomcommunity.Telling andactingoutstories encouragesteamwork,fosters creativethinking,reinforces vocabulary,andhelpschildren makeconnectionsintheir learning.Engageindrama gamesthatconnectthe conceptsofcharacter,setting, activity,andplottovirtually anycurriculumtopic
LET’STELLASTORY!Creating, Imagining,andDramatizing OriginalStories(I)
KimBaran,GeorgiaWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Createanoriginalstorywith youngchildrenusingstory creationstrategiesanddrama techniquesdesignedto deepenchildren’screativity, criticalthinking, communication,and collaboration Practiceguiding childrentocreateand dramatizeanoriginalstory usingprops,chants,and songs;askguidedquestions andusetheelementsof dramatotransformintostory charactersandvisualizestory settings.
LIVINGLITERACYOUTLOUD: Acting,Speaking, Comprehending(I)(V) (Pre-KtoGrade2)
KhaleshiaThorpe-Price, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Discovercreativenewwaysto buildlanguageandliteracywith yourstudents!Usecreative movement,physicalstorytelling, andcharacterexplorationto strengthenletterrecognition, vocabularyandreadingskills. Takewordsoffthepageand ontoyourclassroom“stage,” introducingactivitiesthat explorethetheatricalconcepts ofbody,voice,character,and setting.
MATHDETECTIVES–WHERE’S
THEMATH?
DiscoveringtheMathHiddenin Books(I)
EarlySTEM/Arts
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,
AND
MATH:
CreatingMemorableMath Experiences(I)
EarlySTEM/Arts
MicheleValeri,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
“Camera’srolling!Wehavesound andaction!”You’rethedirector andthechildrenarelearning mathconceptslikepatterns, shapes,andcomparativesizes throughguidedplayas performersinamake-believe movie.Learnhowtouseguided playintheclassroom,specifically imaginarytravel,story-can theater,‘making-a-movie,’and simplesong/chantwriting,to engagethechildrenininteractive learningofbasicmathconcepts.
SHARE,CARE,ANDPLAYFAIR:
UsingDramatoEnhance Children’sSocial-Emotional Development(I)
KatherineLyons,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMaserTeachingArtist
Explorechildren’sl uncovermessages children’ssocial-em growth.Learndram thatpromotethes empathy,respect, kindness,cooperat solving,andself-co ouryoungestlearn literaturethrougha canconnecttochil emotionallearning
STIRUPDRAMAWITH EMOTION(I)
JenniferRidgway,DC/MD/VA MasterTeachingArtist
Childrenexperiencearange ofemotionsastheyinteract withtheirpeers,caretakers, andenvironment.These emotionsstemfrom everydayexperiencesand affectchildren’sabilityto empathizeandbuildhealthy relationships,aswellaslearn andrecallcoreacademic learninggoals This participatoryworkshop exploreshowadultscanuse roleplayanddramainthe classroomtohelpyoung childrenrecognize,label, understand,andregulate emotionsinordertodevelop andpracticeemotional intelligence.
Bylearninghowtofacilitate dramaticplay,participantswill discoverwaystorelateachild’s past,present,andfuture emotionalexperience,buildtheir observationskills,engagetheir senses,andallowforarehearsal oflife
WAKE
UPYOURWISHES: IntroductiontoWolfTrap Drama(I)
MicheleValeriorValerieBayne Carroll,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtists
Explorepracticalandcreative dramastrategiesincludingcoffee cantheater,roleplay,imaginary travel,andstorydramatization
Activelyinvolvingchildrenin storytellinganddramatization willsupportlanguageand literacyskills,listening, sequencing,andsocialemotional skillslikefollowingdirections andcollaborativeproblem solving!
MUSIC
“AHA!”READING:Developing ArtfulStrategiestoCreatePrior Knowledge(I)
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Exploreandcreatemulti-sensory musicopportunitiesdesignedto developchildren’sprior knowledgeaboutstory vocabulary,characters,setting, problemsolving!
Learnstrategiesthathelp childrenexperiencethe“aha!” feelingthatcomesfroma deeperconnectionwithstory contentandnewlearning.
AGOO
AMEE:EngagingYoung Childrenwith“Calland Response”(I)
KofiDennis,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
“Callandresponse” experiencesarefoundinmany traditions.InWestAfrican cultures,callandresponseis commonlyusedasawayof participationinpublic gatherings,aswellasforvocal andinstrumentalmusical expression.Thisworkshop offersanopportunityto explorehowcallandresponse experiencesenhanceliteracy, languageandmathlearning, andfostermemory, concentration,andlistening skills.
CREATINGSONGSFORTHE EARLYCHILDHOOD CLASSROOM,NOEXPERIENCE NECESSARY!(I)
AaronFowler,KansasWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Thepowerofmusicsurrounds useveryday!Itcanalsobeused asadynamictooltoenhance classroommanagement,adding noveltyandfuntoroutinesand transitions.Discoverhowto createsimplesongsandchants thatwillengagechildrenwhile enhancingtheflowofyourdays together.
DEVELOPMENTALLY
APPROPRIATEEARLY CHILDHOODSONGANDCHANT REPERTOIRE:It’sWhatYouDo withItThatCounts(I)
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Howyoupresentasongora chantisasimportantaswhich songyouchoose!Participantswill identifyandexplore considerationsforpreparingto usemusicwithchildrenat differentagesandstages Create anoriginalsong/chant/strategy thatmeetsaclassroomobjective inadevelopmentallyappropriate way!
GREATMUSICALADAPTATIONS:
SongsforMemorableTeaching andSmoothTransitions(I)(V)
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Musichasapowerfulpresencein ourlivesandcanbeusedasa meanstoaccomplishmanygoals. Identifyareaswheremusicaltools canenhanceclassroompractices andactivitiesandexplorehowto createandusemusicstrategiesto supportlearningobjectives.Learn howbeat,melody,andlyrics createfocus,improvemotivation, affectmood,andfosterliteracy skills.
GROWINGGREEN(I)
EarlySTEM/Arts
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!)(I)
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(I)(V)
ChristinaFarrell,WolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Learntouncoverthehidden musicinfavoritestories!Explore artsstrategiesforadaptingtext fromabooktoincludemusical elements;practicesimple techniquesforusingrhythmand melodytoengageyoungchildren instorytelling.Createachild-led musicalexperiencebasedon favoritestory!
MAKINGMUSICWITHALL CHILDREN(I)
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(I)
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
E l STEM/Arts(I)(V)
ry-Bryant,New fTrapMaster rtist
ungchildren’slove ndstoriestospark explorationof epts Learnwaysto thopportunitiesin booksandstories catchysongs, enhancemath xploretheuseof classroom ntandassessment
WILDABOUTWORDS(I)(V)
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 (I)(V)EarlySTEM/Arts
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
ExpandopportunitiesforSTEM learningbyusingartsstrategies toinvestigatetheworldaround you.Exploreearth,life,and physicalsciencesthrough drama,music,andpuppetry. Discoverhowtheartscan enhancechildren’s understandingofweatherand seasonalchanges,andthe naturalworld.
EXPLORINGSCIENCE
THROUGH
THE
ARTS(I)(V)
EarlySTEM/Arts
JeanneWall,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Try arts-integratedstrategies usingdrama,creative movement,andpuppetryto expandachild’sknowledgeof theworld,whiledeveloping keySTEMlearningskills likeobservation,description, andproblemsolving Create arts-integratedlearning experiencesthatalignwith earlychildhoodcurriculum standardsandfosterscientific discoveryandearlySTEMskills andpractice
FROMTHEPICT PAGETOTHEPU (I)
IngridCrepeau, WolfTrapMaste Artist
Puppetplaygen andexcitement andencourages visual,andkines learning Usebo puppetlessonst literacyandlang development.Participantswill increasetheirknowledgeof foundationalpuppetryskills, exploreideasforusingbooks tocreatepuppetlessons,and learnmethodsformakingand usingsimplepuppetstages.
IMAGINETHAT!Creative ProblemSolvingthrough EngineeringandPuppetry(I)
EarlySTEM/Arts
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Discoverhowtheconnections betweentheengineering methodandpuppetrycan enhanceyourteaching! Educatorswilllearntoenhance curriculumthroughprojectbasedexperiencesusingdrama, music,andpuppetry.The engineeringmethodwillserveas ourguideasweproblem-solve ourwaythroughtheschool year.
LETYOURVOICESBEHEARD: UsingPuppetstoBringStoriesto Life(I)
KathleenLynam,NashvilleWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist Letyourvoicebeheardasyou usepuppetrytobringbooksto life!Developskillsneededto becomeapuppeteerand storyteller.Emphasisonvocal expressionwillbeanassetinthe classroom,whetherusedin conjunctionwithpuppetsor simplywhenreadingaloud. Make-and-takeworkshop.
PUPPETPOWER:Effective TechniquesforUsingPuppetsin theClassroom(I)
JoePipik,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Puppetshavethepowerto piquechildren’scuriosity,focus attention,andfosterenthusiasm forlearning
Discoverhowtousepuppetsto introducenewcurricular content,andsupportliteracy, languagedevelopment,and socialemotionallearning.
STORYTELLING
“TELLMEASTORY,PLEASE!”
Stress-FreeStorytellingforthe EarlyChildhoodClassroom(I)
IngridCrepeau,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist Throughtheages,storytellers havebeenkeepersofhistories, socialcustomsandnorms. 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 areageappropriatefor preschoolers;
3 Opportunitiestopractice thestorybasicsandstylesof storytellingpresented
“TELLMEASTORY,PLEASE!”
Stress-FreeStorytellingforthe EarlyChildhoodClassroom(I)
IngridCrepeau,
DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Throughtheages,storytellers havebeenkeepersofhistories, socialcustomsandnorms
Storytellingwasoneofthe earliestformsoftheperforming arts.Exploreusingstorytellingas ateachingtoolforsolving problems,creativethinking,and fosteringimagination This workshopisdividedintothree parts:1.AStoryteller’sToolbox: Choosingastory,using expressivespeech,employing facialexpressions,accenting humor,andencouraging audience participation;2.Sixstylesof storytellingthatareage appropriateforpreschoolers; 3.Opportunitiestopractice thestorybasicsandstylesof storytellingpresented
FORINFANTS/TODDLER EDUCATORS
ARTSINTHENATURALWORLD: ExploringSTEMthroughDanceand MovementwithInfantsandYoung Children(I)(V)
EarlySTEM/Arts
AmandaWhiteman,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
ExploreSTEMandmovement experiencesthatdrawfromthe naturalworldsurroundingour youngestlearners.Learnandtry arts-integratedexperiences designedtojumpstartearlySTEM learningwhileencouragingcreative movementthatpromoteshealthy growthanddevelopment
BABYARTSPLAY:Musicwith InfantsandToddlers(I)
ValerieBayneCarroll,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Learnhowsongsandmusiccanbe wovenintotheexperiencesand routinesofthedaywithinfantsand youngchildrentofosterlearning anddevelopment.Participantswill activelyengageinmusic,songs,and movementexperiencesdesigned forinfantsandveryyoungchildren toprovidesupportacrossthe developmentaldomains.
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(I)
KatherineLyons,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Thishighlyinteractiveworkshop sharedhowtheuseofprops, movement,music,anddramacan reinforcelanguageandliteracy development.Participantswillbe introducedtoavarietyofbooksfor infantsandyoungchildren,and learnmultisensoryapproaches enhancingchildren’sliterature withmusic,movement,gestures, chants,andprops.
BABIESSIMPLYKNOW: ExploringMovementPatterns withInfantsandVeryYoung Children(I)(V)
AnneSidney,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Promotelearning,buildtrust,and cultivateasecureattachment throughsonganddance!Explore developmentalmovement patternswithinthefirstyearof life,andlearnhowdancecan facilitatebabies’physicaland
GREATMUSICALADAPTATIONS FORINFANTSANDTODDLERS! SongsforMemorable Experiences,Transitions,and Routines(I)(V)
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Harnessthepowerofmusicto enhancelearningand engagementwithinfantsand youngchildren!
Experienceandtryoutmusic strategiesdevelopedbyWolf TrapTeachingArtiststo promoteexplorationacross developmentaldomainsusing beat,melody,andlyrics.
LEARNINGTHROUGH MOVEMENTFORINFANTSAND TODDLERS:BabyBeat,Baby Feet(I)(V)
KrissieMarty,WolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Exploreartsintegratedmotor experiencesthatcanbe adaptedforfamiliesand childrenfromtheprenatal periodthroughyoung childhood.Tryoutmovement strategiesthatsupportthe healthygrowthand developmentofchildrenofall abilitiesandcomfortlevelsand theadultsaroundthem!
MOVINGANDLEARNING: CreativeMovement Experiencesforthe Infant/ToddlerClassroom(I)
MariaTripodi,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Combiningmusic,movement, children’sliterature,and imagination,teacherswillbe introducedtoandencouraged tocreatemovement-based experiencesforinfantsand youngchildren,andtheadults aroundthem Incorporate basicdanceconceptsintodaily routinesandactivities,to enhancelearningacrossthe developmentaldomains!
SINGASONGOFSTORIES!(V)
ValerieBayneCarroll, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Learnhowtolinkstorieswith musicandmovement.Explore thebeatandrhythmof languagefrombooksthrough chanting,call-and-response, andrhythminstruments.Use propsandhandgesturesto bringillustrationstolife. Engageyoungchildren throughsight,sound,touch, andmovementtomake literatureamulti-sensory experience!
OUTSIDEYOURDOOR:Exploringthe ArtsinNaturewithInfantsand Toddlers(I)(V)
EarlySTEM/Arts
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Exploreearth,life,andphysicalsciences throughdrama,music,andpuppetry. Discoverhowtheartscanenhance understandingoftheworldaroundus–andourplaceinit!
VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS
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 Family Involvement Workshops provide children and their parents/caregivers with an opportunity to share a stimulating and interactive live arts experience, led by a Wolf Trap Teaching Artist.
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.
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 (Pre-K,Kindergarten)
EarlySTEM/Arts
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 (Pre-K,Kinde
EarlySTEM/ 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
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,andexplorehowt 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
(Pre-K,Kindergarten) ▲Early STEM/Arts
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist ExpandopportunitiesforSTEM learningbyusingartsstrategiesto investigatetheworldaroundyou Exploreearth,life,andphysical sciencesthroughdrama,music, andpuppetry.Discoverhowthe artscanenhancechildren’s understandingofweatherand seasonalchanges,andthenatural worldoutsideyourdoor.
EXPLORINGSCIENCETHROUGH THEARTS
(Pre-K,Kindergarten) EarlySTEM/Arts
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
AmandaWhiteman,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
ExploreSTEMandmovement experiencesthatdrawfromthe naturalworldsurroundingour youngestlearners.Learnandtry arts-integratedexperiences designedtojumpstartearlySTEM learningwhileencouraging creativemovementthatpromotes healthygrowthanddevelopment.
BABIESSIMPLYKNOW:
ExploringMovementPatterns withInfantsandVeryYoung Children
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
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Harnessthepowerofmusicto enhancelearningand engagementwithinfantsand youngchildren!Experienceand tryoutmusicstrategiesand promoteexplorationacross developmentaldomainsusing beat,melody,andlyrics.
LEARNINGTHROUGH MOVEMENTFORINFANTSAND TODDLERS:
BabyBeat,BabyFeet
KrissieMarty,DC/MD/VAWolf
adaptedforfamiliesandchildren fromtheprenatalperiodthrough youngchildhood.Tryout movementstrategiesthatsupport thehealthygrowthand developmentofchildrenofall abilitiesandcomfortlevelsand theadultsaroundthem!
SINGASONGOFSTORIES!
ValerieBayneCarroll,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Learnhowtolinkstorieswith musicandmovement.Explorethe beatandrhythmoflanguagefrom booksthroughchanting,call-andresponse,andrhythm instruments.Usepropsandhand gesturestobringillustrationsto life.Engageveryyoungchildren throughsight,sound,touch,and movementtomakeliteraturea
OUTSIDEYOURDOOR:Exploringthe ArtsinNaturewithInfantsand Toddlers
EarlySTEM/Arts
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:
EXPLORING
SIGNS
ANDSYMBOLS
MorganSendek,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Takeanimaginaryjourneyfullof creativemovementanddramatic elements;identifyingand interpretingsignsandsymbols youmightencounterindailylife!
EXPRESSYOURSELF
(Kindergarten–Grade2)
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,and bilingualformats)
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!
(Kindergarten–Grade2)
QuynnJohnson,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Jointapartist,Ms.Quynn,inafunfilledexplorationofearlymathand languageconceptsthrough movement,beat,andmusic.This workshopgetseveryonemovingin asharedexperienceofactive learning.
Offeredvirtually
LIFEISADRUM,SOBEATIT!
MOVINGANDLEARNING
THROUGHTHERAINFOREST EarlySTEM/Arts
NatashaMirny,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
Takeanimaginaryjourneyto therainforesttoexplorea varietyofanimalsandnatural elements,andlearnaboutthe importanceofprotectingand preservingthisunique environmentandother ecosystems.
Offeredvirtuallyandin-
DevinWalker,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
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.
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
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
JoePipikandJeanneWall, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
InthisSTEM-orientedretellingof theclassictaleofTheThreePigs, adultsandchildrenareintroduced toasimplesix-stepengineering processtohelpthepigsin overcomingthethreatoftheBig BadWolf.Whenfoiled,thewolf usesthesixproblem-solvingsteps tocreativelyresolveanongoing challengewiththethreepigs!
WORDSINTHEWILD
ChristinaFarrell,WolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Discovernewwordson adventureswithfavoritewild creatures!Christinashares songsandstoriesabout animalsinthenaturalworld. Discoverhowtousemusic, creativemovement,and storytellingtechniquesto explorenewvocabulary together.
FAMILY INVOLVEMENT WORKSHOPS
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.
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(I)
LisaMatthews,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Soundsfromnatural environmentscancreatethe buildingblocksofmusic!Join musicianLisaMathewstocreate livelyenvironmentalsoundscapes andexplorehowmusical elementslikebeatandpitchcan befoundallaroundus.
SINGINGSUNSHINE(I)
AldenPhelp,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist EarlySTEM/Arts
Whatdoplantsneedtogrow? Howdopeople,animals,and theirenvironmentshelp?Join musicianMr Aldenforan interactive,imagination-filled explorationofartandSTEM (science,technology, engineering,andmath) learning.Thisworkshop provideslotsofopportunities foryoungchildrenandadults tomoveandlearntogether!
YES...AND!(I)
KevinBrown,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Getreadytoimprovisewith actorKevinBrown!Inthis workshop,adultsandchildren willexplorehowdramaand improvisationstrategiescanbe usedtocraftexcitingstories, createchild-leddramatic experiences,exploresocialand emotionalconnections,and connectlearningacrossthe curriculum
ANEPICSTORYADVENTURE
(I)(V)
AliOliver-Krueger,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Createaplayofyourown--no priorplaywritingortheatre experienceneeded!Adultsand childrenwillapplytheir imaginationsandactingtoolsto createadramaadventurefrom anywhere.Useguidedimagery, sensoryexploration,and imaginarytraveltojumpstartfun withepicstories.
“ARRRR”ISFORRECYCLE!A PLAYFULPIRATEPUPPET ADVENTURE
(I)
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(I)
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(I)(V)
KimBaran,GeorgiaWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
JoinMasterTeachingArtistKim Baran,theLittleRedHenand herfriends,onanimaginary journey Explorehow charactersandstoryanimation canbringaclassictaletolife withopportunitiesforlearning thatreinforceearlyliteracy skills
ACROCODILE’STALE(I)
KatherineLyons,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist EarlySTEM/Arts
Katherineusesmovement, props,chants,charactervoices, andaudienceinteractiontotell thedelightfulstoryofthe relationshipbetweenhumans andnature.ACrocodile’sTaleis awonderfulstoryforallchildren andadultstoenjoytogether!
CRUISINGTHECARIBBEAN
(I)(V)
TerleneD.Terry-Todd, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Ms.Twillleadusonan imaginaryjourneytothesunny WestIndieswithmusic,dance, andstorytelling.Together,we willusemovement,songs, chants,props,andcostumesto bringlearningtolife!
DANCINGSTEM(I)
EarlySTEM/Arts
LauraSchandelmeier, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Dancethelifecycleofaseedto aplant,createadancetolearn the“SixStepsofEngineering”, andcountsetsofdancersonan imaginarystage Learnhow adultsandchildrencanengage inactiveplaytogether,while exploringscience,engineering, andmath!
DANCINGTHROUGHTHEDAY (I)(V)
LauraSchandelmeier, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Comedanceandsingtogether! Howcanyoumoveindifferent ways?Learnhowtocreate movementanddance opportunitiesusinginspiration fromcharactersfromafavorite book.
THEDRAGONSHOW(I)
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(I)
LenoreBlankKelner,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
ThroughthelensofAlexei Tolstoy’sTheEnormousTurnip, thisworkshopexaminestheplant lifecycle,growingprocess,and theconceptsofsizeand comparison.Usesequencingand patternstoreenactaclassic Russianfolktaletale,while exploringthepowerof cooperation.
EVERYBODYCOMESFROMA DIFFERENTPLACE(I)
SlimHarrison,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Explorethediverserootsofour Americanfolkmusicanddance heritagewhilehaving“agood oldtime!”Joininthe“jugband” withwashboards,spoons, washtubbass,jugs,stumpffiddles,limberjacks, whammydiddles& skiffleboards!Learnsimplefolk dancesthatadultsandchildren candotogether,andjoinin reelsandcircleandsquare dances.
EVERYDAYADVENTURES: EXPLORINGSIGNSAND SYMBOLS(I)(V)
MorganSendek,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
Takeanimaginaryjourneyfull ofcreativemovementand dramaticelements;identifying andinterpretingsignsand symbolsyoumightencounter indailylife!
EVERYONE’SANACTOR!(I)
MelissaRichardson,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Wouldn’tyoulovetostep insideafavoritestory?That’s whatactorsdo!Workon vocabulary,concentration,
followinginstructions,andliteracy skillsthroughexcitingdrama gamesthatexploreteamwork, imagination,voice,andbody;and worktogethertoactoutastory.
EXPRESSYOURSELF
(I)(V)
(Kindergarten–Grade2)
ValerieBranch,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
JoinValerieBranchinan interactivemovementexperience –creatingdancesandexploring choreographythatreflect elementsthatmakeyouunique!
GALLOPING,FLAPPING, STOMPINGTHROUGH
THEZOO! (I)
ValerieCarroll,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Takeanimaginarymusical journeythroughazoo, dramatizinganimalfamilies; learningaboutwhatmakesthem different,andwhattheyshare!
Adultsandchildrenwilldiscover howtosingastory,actouta song,andlearnnewtunesto shareeasily!
GOODVIBRATIONS EVERYWHERE!
(I)
SueTrainor,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Singingtogethercreatesgood vibrations,hereandeverywhere yougo.Takesomehome!Adults andchildrenaresuretoenjoy playingwiththeseimaginative
songs,singinggames,andchants whilepracticingearlyliteracy skillsandreinforcingsocialemotionallearning
GOINGBUGGY!
(I)
JeanneWall,DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtist
Interactivestorytelling,puppetry, andmusicbringtalesabout insectsfromdifferentpartsofthe worldtolife.Jeanneuses imaginativepropstosharestories fromAfrica,Mexico,andNative Americancommunities
GROWINGGREEN(I)(V)
EarlySTEM/Arts
TerryLeoninoandGregArtzner, DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapMasterTeachingArtists
Celebratethewonderofthe naturalworldthroughsongsof naturethatencourage environmentalstewardshipin youngchildren.JoinTerryand Gregforamusicalexplorationof theplantsandanimalsallaround us!
HAVANAHOP!(I)
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
(I)(V)EarlySTEM/Art
MariaTripodi,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Let’stakeanimaginaryjourney toseewhat’sgrowinginthe garden!Mariaguideschildren andfamiliesthroughmovement experiencesthatprovidean interactiveopportunityto experiencechildren’sliterature, andtheworldaroundthem (English,Spanish,andbilingual versionsavailable)
ILIKETOBEME!
(I)(V)
KofiDennis,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
JoinKofitobringbooks,rhymes, andsongstolifewith
singinganddancingtogether whileexploringwhatmakeseach ofusspecial!
I’VEGOTAFEELING(I)(V)
EliasSchutzman,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Everyonehaslotsoffeelings inside–anditcanbehelpfulto sharethemwithtrustedfriends andfamily.Playandsingalong withMr Eliasinanexplorationof emotionsweallhave,through musicandpuppetry
JOURNEYTOAFRICA:Sharing
ExperiencesTogether(I)
KofiDennis,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Participantswilltakean imaginaryjourneytoshareinthe movements,sounds,and
traditions,discovering excitingwaystoincorporate songsandactivitiesfrom otherculturesintochildren’s dailyroutines.
LET’STAP!(I)(V)
(Kindergarten–Grade QuynnJohnson,DC/M WolfTrapTeachingA
Jointapartist,Ms.Qu fun-filledexploration mathandlanguageco throughmovement,b music.Thisworkshop everyonemovingina experienceofactivelearning.
MAKINGSHAPES,DANCING SHAPES!
(I)
AnneSidney,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Comeenjoysinginganddancing together!Adultsandchildrenwill worktogethertolearntocreate basicshapesthroughmovement, whileparticipatinginastoryabout “TommytheTriangle”!
MOVEMENTMATTERS(I)
RachelKnudson,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapMasterTeaching Artist
Comeexplorethemagicof dancewithprops,rhythm instruments,andawide varietyofmusic Learnhowto supportandencourage children’sgrowththrough movementactivitiesthat soflearners focusesonfun emovements ebodyandthe S,ACTION!(I)
LIFEISADRUM,SOBEATIT!
(VirtualOnly)
DevinWalker,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Diveintotheworldof percussionwith“Uncle”Devin Walker,asheexploresmath andliteracyconceptsusing beatandrhythmpatterns. Createmusictogetherusing everydayobjects,learnabout instrumentsfromaroundthe globe,andexperience percussionwithyourowntwo hands
MOVINGANDLEARNING
THROUGHTHERAINFOREST(I)(V) EarlySTEM/Arts
NatashaMirny,DC/MD/VA WolfTrapTeachingArtist
Takeanimaginaryjourneytothe rainforesttoexploreavarietyof animalsandnaturalelementsand learnabouttheimportanceof protectingandpreservingthis uniqueenvironmentandother ecosystems.
DC/MD/VA terTeaching otellastory blendingof musicanddramawhile reinforcingearlyliteracyskills andtryingoutmake-believe! Marypresentsanoriginal operabasedonthenursery rhymeLittleMissMuffet; completewithafriendly spider,softtuffet,andabig bowlofcurdsandwhey.A twistinthestoryleadstoa creativeexplorationofsharing andmakingfriends.
PUPPETSBRINGSTORIESTO LIFE(I)
KathleenLynam,NashvilleWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Learnhowtotransform everydayobjectsintopuppets, createdramaticstorieswith fingerplayglovepuppets. Childrenandadultswork togethertobringpuppet dramastolife!
PUPPETPOWER(I)
JoePipik,DC/MD/VAWolfTrap MasterTeachingArtist
Explorethepowerofpuppets withJoe’soriginalstories! Puppetshavethepowerto piquechildren’scuriosityand focusattentionforcreating enthusiasmforlearning.
READY,SET,IMAGINE!(I)(V)
MicheleValeri,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapMasterTeachingArtist
Discoverhowtheworldof imaginationcanmakelearning funeverywhereandeveryday. Michelesharesmusic,puppetry, andstorytellingtechniquesthat willhelpopenthedoortomore reading,exploringlanguage,and problem-solving.
RHYTHM,CHANTS,ANDSPACE GAMES:MOVEMENTFOR MEMORY(I)
Dillon“Kindertwin”Clarke, DC/MD/VA
WolfTrapTeachingArtist
Ahighlyenergeticworkshop thatintegratesrhythms, movements,simplechants,and gamestobuildliteracy,motor, cognitive,andsocialemotional learningskills.Explorecolors, shapes,numbers,community relationships,andmodesof transportation.
SING,DANCE,ANDPLAY ACROSSTHEUSA(I)(V)
WinceyTerry-Bryant,New JerseyWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Takeanimaginaryjourneywith Winceyoverland,waterand
throughtheair,assheuses musicandmovementto exploresitesacrossthe UnitedStates!Enjoylearning togetherasyousharean activeexperienceofsinging, moving,andmake-believe.
SPECIALDELIVERIESDRAMATICEXPLORATION WITHMR.POSTMOUSE (VirtualOnly)
EarlySTEM/Arts
KhaleshiaThorpe-Price, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Mr.Postmousehasabigjob. Heneedstodelivermail acrossmanyhabitats,and throughouttheanimal kingdom!
JoinMs.Khaleshiaonadramatic adventure,helpingMr. Postmousedohis“rounds”,using youractor’stools:body,voice, andimagination!
STEADYBEAT,ALLAROUND
(I)
AaronFowler,KansasWolfTrap TeachingArtist
Wecanfindrhythmintheearth’s vibrations,thecallsofanimalsand birds,thehumofmachines,and evenourownheartbeats!Explore averyspecialrhythm;steady beat,usingitindifferentways together.
STORIESANDSONGSFROMTHE TREE(I)(V)
EarlySTEM/Arts
PennyRussell,DC/MD/VAWolf
TrapMasterTeachingArtist
JoinMs Pennyandherpuppet friendsastheysingsongsand tellstoriesabouttheanimals foundinandaroundthegreat, bigtree.AninteractiveSTEMand literacyadventureforeveryone!
THETHREEPROBLEM-SOLVING PIGS(I)(V)
EarlySTEM/Arts
JoePipikandJeanneWall, DC/MD/VAWolfTrapMaster TeachingArtists
InthisSTEM-orientedretellingof theclassictaleof“TheThreeLittle Pigs,”adultsandchildrenexplore asix-stepengineeringprocessto helpthepigsinovercomingthe threatoftheBigBadWolf!When foiled,thewolfusesthesix problem-solvingstepstocreatively resolveachallengewiththethree pigs!
WESTAFRICANHERITAGE: LANGUAGE&MATHTHROUGH MUSIC&ORALTRADITION
EarlySTEM/Arts(VirtualOnly)
AmadouKouyate,DC/MD/VAWolf TrapTeachingArtist
Usingstorytelling,music, drumming,andinstrumentation, BabaAmadousharesartsand learningexperiencesthatbuild earlymathandlanguageskills, whileexploringtherichnessof WestAfricanhistoryandtraditions withchildrenandadults.
WHEREISTHEBEAR?(I)
EarlySTEM/Arts
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(I)
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(I)(V)
ChristinaFarrell,WolfTrapMaster TeachingArtist
Discovernewwordsonadventures withfavoritewildcreatures! Christinasharessongsandstories aboutanimalsinthenatural world.Discoverhowtousemusic, creativemovement,and storytellingtechniquestoexplore newvocabularytogether
