“Cycle of Life” Featured on Spotify’s Guided Meditation Playlist
Spotify features Surishtha’s new meditation
Spotify features Surishtha’s new meditation
Surishtha just released her new guided meditation album
Lucy Kalantari is a renowned recording artist. 1. Why are you an artist? Children’s media has played a significant role in my life ever since I was young. It left a lasting impression and provided me with invaluable gifts that have shaped who I am today. Creating music for children allows me to continue this …
Dr. Welyne Thomas is an educator & executive coach. 1. Why are you an educator? I felt that it was a “fail safe” profession and saw it as a backup. I began my education career as a third-grade math teacher. I found that kids dislike math because they do not have a good underpinning and …
Gucharan Das is an author. 1. Why are you an educator? I became an author because I thought it would give me a sense of purpose. In my late forties, I asked, “Is this what life is all about?” Surely, there must be more to life than selling Vicks, Olay, Pantene, Tide, and other fine …
Andrew and Polly are musicians. 1. Why are you educators? Making music for kids and families brings us so much joy. We know how long the days are, and the hidden humor and moments of beauty we’ve found and put into our songs resonate with our audiences – from the very young to the… very …
Jay Sand is a musician and educator 1. Why are you an educator? I’m both and educator and musician, and have chosen to work mainly with young children, because I simultaneously fear for the world and feel great hope for humans to fix it. While I’m acutely aware of the many messes we’ve gotten ourselves …
Anu Sehgal is the Founder of The Culture Tree. 1. Why are you an educator? I believe that a teacher’s job is one of the noblest jobs. I teach children (ages 2-12 yrs) about South Asian cultures and also Hindi language. I feel by teaching I have the power to foster empathy, respect and understanding …
Jessica “Seeka” Holtby is a musician. 1. Why are you an artist? I’m an artist because I simply love to create! Whether it’s putting pen to paper by myself, making up a silly song with my children, or collaborating with other artists, I feel fulfilled when I’m doing something creative. I love to create space …
Amy Vandament is the President of The Book Vine for Children. 1. Why are you an educator? The value of high-quality children’s picture books for early childhood programs needs to be shouted from the mountaintops. There is no better place to find out about the world or yourself than in a picture book. I am …