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Theme Statement & Invitation
InterActivity 2012: The Wonder of Learning
The pleasure of learning] is a crucial feeling, which must be reinforced so that the pleasure survives even when reality may prove that learning, knowing and understanding involves difficulty and effort.
— Loris Malaguzzi
Join us for InterActivity 2012 as we explore the Wonder of Learning. The Wonder of Learning is the thrill of discovery, the joy of an ever-expanding world, the insatiable appetite of the mind, the beauty of meaning-making and connecting, the spontaneity and magic of creativity and the lifelong pursuit of understanding; it is what drives us to seek, to make and to share. In childhood, learning through play is what instills within us not only knowledge of the world around us, but the very drive that moves us to seek such knowledge and defines us as people. |
Portland Children's Museum from Assoc. of Children's Museums on Vimeo. |
Children’s museums are the keepers of and public advocates for playful learning. We provide the spaces and activities that invite children to discover the wonder of learning and develop the skills and abilities that ultimately make them engaged and productive members of our communities.
As non-profit, educational institutions, children’s museums apply the same creative spirit toward running community institutions. A mission-first approach to all leadership, development, government relations and marketing decisions ensures that the business and growth of our institutions supports the learning needs of children.
Working with caregivers, educators and partners, children’s museums create experiences that set the stage for a lifetime of learning. InterActivity 2012 will showcase the wonder of learning, its value and purpose, for our children, our museums and our communities.
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