We gathered on Tuesday evening to engage in dialogue around the topic of growing empathy in young children. It was a lovely evening and we thought we’d take a moment to capture our conversation and reflection,
Last week, we formally visited the idea of problem solving. Encountering chipmunks reluctant to leave the treasured “stick house” near Owl Tree, we wondered aloud with the children how might we help what might be a
Viewing the installing and deinstalling of a work offers us a unique lens through which to view the artist. That is, it creates an opportunity for us to enter into the vision and the process of
This week Avia shared a story from Studio Red. Her story invited us to extend our thinking on play and friendship. We reflected together on our relationships with one another. Her story invited us to connect with
No doubt you’ve heard about the newest material introduced into our sensory table this week. But do you know about the experiment that is currently underway? The children were introduced to hydrated water beads – pliable,
The happenings seen through the windows of Studio Yellow are a source of fascination to the children. We witness sculptures being trucked in and out, school busses arriving with many visitors and of course the different
Marky arrived at Early Arrival so find Thomas playing with the blocks in Studio Blue.Do you want to make a place to park the cars?No, said Thomas, Let’s make a pirate ship.M – OK. I’m going
This week’s warmer weather led to a shift in our play and curiosities. The frozen icy tundra disappeared and in its place we discovered wood chips, mud, and epic puddles. We relished in these discoveries and
After spending a few weeks sledding and exploring in the sculpture park, this week’s nature walk led us back into the woods. Voyaging through the snowy woods presented us with some problems… As we entered the
We posed a provocation for thought and discussion during a whole group meeting. The children responded with predictions, observations, questions, and empathy. We are going up to the museum to see how workers will deinstall Sheila
