Teaching Artist Legacy Statement
Anna Sobel has been a professional puppeteer since 1998. In 2003, she studied puppetry as a tool for social change and education on a Fulbright Scholarship in India. Anna studied literacy and early childhood education at Bank Street College and also holds a master's degree from New York University in Educational Theater. Anna is a mother of two and loves to work with children. Her shows all involve audience participation, original music, and educational themes.
| Component Type | School-wide Performance |
| Grades | Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| First Language | English |
| Other Languages | None |
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Description
It's the aquarium that comes to you! As part of this musical puppet show, children meet lots of creatures that live in the sea, including a walrus, a seahorse, a giant beluga whale, and many more, providing exposure to a wide range of style of puppetry. The audience will learn about what the creatures eat, how they move, and some other fascinating facts. Everyone is invited to sing and move along to whimsical songs by acclaimed children's musician Brent Holmes. This show brings to life Connecticut state science standards related to ecosystems and biodiversity for K-2nd grade.
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 | MISSION The mission of Higher Order Thinking Schools is to close the opportunity gap in Connecticut by providing a well-rounded education for all students in, about, and through the arts. | OUTCOMES Enriching School Culture | CONTACTS Christopher Eaves |