Carla Barefoot's collections
Educational Resources
<p>This collection compiles different resources to explore four connected subjects: the important role that museums can play for early learners, the functionality of object-based learning, the purpose behind and ways to discuss race & justice during early childhood, and anti-biased educational approaches in children’s books and why they matter. While this list was made for museum educators, the practices and strategies referred to can be helpful to any individual who has a child in their life. </p>
<p>Created by Carla Barefoot, an Office of Engagement intern at the Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center.</p>
Carla Barefoot
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The Clothes We Wear To Go Somewhere
<p>This collection centers a book that tells the story of different clothing pieces in the Smithsonian collection that have played a role in Latine history while also discussing the different functions that a piece of clothing can have in our lives. Whether it be for identity expression, for functionality, to convey a message or performance, or to be safe in our environment. The collection also includes an educator note that provides additional context on the items as well as links to the items that are available on Learning Lab. Intended for ages 0-3.<br></p>
<p>Created by Carla Barefoot, an Office of Engagement intern at the Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center.<br></p>
Carla Barefoot
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Verónica Castillo’s Tree of Life
<p>This collection centers around a <em>Tree of Life </em>sculpture called "Raíces, historia y justicia latinas" (translation: "Latino Roots, History, and Justice"), created by Mexican artist Verónica Castillo. The sculpture is comprised of three different branches that explore the following themes: identity and community, fighting for justice, and breaking boundaries. This collection consists of an introductory book and three other books that each focus on a different branch. There are also related activity ideas and educator notes to learn more information following each book. Intended for ages 2-5.</p>
<p>Created by Carla Barefoot, an Office of Engagement intern at the Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center.</p>
Carla Barefoot
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WOMEN OF THE WORLD: ADVOCACY, ACTIVISM, AND WOMEN ARTISTS
<p>Unfortunately, women have often been overlooked in the world of art. However, this has slowly but surely been changing, allowing their perseverance, passion, and talent to finally be recognized. These qualities are not only true in the context of art, but also in regards to advocacy and activism. This collection highlights some of the brilliant artwork by women who have dedicated themselves to changing the world and explores some of the work they have done. Some have accomplished their goals through working with and/or creating organizations while others have directly connected with the public through speeches and books. Most, however, have channeled their environmental or political commentary into their art and have thus demonstrated the power that creation and art can have. The majority of these works are located at either the Museum of Arts & Sciences or their expanded collection at the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art. </p>
<p>This Learning Lab collection was created by Carla Barefoot, an intern for the summer 2023 Smithsonian Leadership for Change Internship, in collaboration with Emerson Collective and a Smithsonian affiliate based in Daytona Beach, Florida -- the Museum of Arts & Sciences. </p>
<p>#SAintern #Art #Changemakers #WomensHistory</p>
Carla Barefoot
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