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Mobius, whole-body, integrative learning - The ZERI Learning initiative brings science and emotions together in one program. See how children in the USA learn basic sciences while developing their emotional skills thanks to the dancing program of Amelia Terrapin based on Gunter 's Fables.

Inspired by Gunter's Fables, children enjoy the energy, expression and creativity guided by the choreography of Amelia Terrapin. Children learn in a systemic way, building insights in science, while strengthening their emotional intelligence.Without going through the verbal explanation, nor the details of the science, the children become acquainted with the depth of science and emotions through dance. Here is a partial list of the concepts covered:

Scientific 

• osmosis 

• tensile and compression strength 

• gravity 

• ultrasound and echo-graphics 

• hydrodynamics and aerodynamics 

• Newton's 3rd law

Emotional 

• trust 

• loyalty 

• appreciate differences 

• listening 

• asking questions 

• courage to be different

The workshop culminated with an informal performance on Friday, June 22nd, 2007. The photographs and lesson plans from these sessions will be used to further the ZERI educational curriculum, supported by the United Nations Development Program.  See our favorite photos.

"Bacteria" - Esther Frances Schrank composed this in 2002 Inspired by her ZERI System Designer training, this was recently part of the Museum of Natural History's symposium "Small Matters: Microbes and Their Role in Conservation."  "Bacteria" is on her CD "Mother Earth Calls."