Who knew resolving conflict could be so joyful?
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Archive for 2019
Working with Tape
We offered squares of cork and a basket of washi tape to further explore the children’s interest in using tape. It took concentration and persistence to peel, tear, cut, measure and lay the tape flat on
“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.” ― Helen Keller
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,
Problem Solving…
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
Do they even have a name for it?
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
“I just forgot about you.”
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 putting water in the beads.
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,
Where has Brad gone?
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
Smooth Sailing
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
Signs of Spring in New England
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