Bugs Everywhere!
Bugs have become a fascination in Studio Blue. The discovery of a tiny visitor inside the studio creates excitement and lots of curious children and
A new sculpture: Kitchen Trees
On Wednesday, we headed out to see the new sculpture being installed. As always, the “places in between” were also an attraction, so once we
Repairing Roller Skates
It started when Chris tried orienting blocks for his skates in a new way – and a very tricky way! He oriented the blocks on
Family Day Preparation
We dyed with Kim today, in preparation for Family Day (Saturday 10-12)! (Some of us served up tea and played on the train afterwards!)
Solving Housebuilding Problems
Jamie built a frame for a house, and put some cars inside. Like this. Then he started to make a roof. The blocks along the
Gratitude for Susannah
Susannah spent her last day with us today. We had all gotten very fond of her, and wished her well. Diane read the children’s words
Oh, that was a good one.
We gathered together on the rug at the end of a busy morning. Kesler was holding this book in his hands. Diane asked him
Grit
At early morning dropoff, Chris spent a long time working on his basketball skills, and then turned his attention to the climbing structure. His goal
Wrapping Up May Day!
We managed to find a day that wasn’t rainy for May Day! Beforehand, we learned about the May pole and the song we’d be singing.
Pretend I’m the Mom
Lila and Livia both spend lots of time playing with the baby dolls. Lila is especially fond of this smaller baby doll while Livia seems
Taking Care of Sculptures
We caught Cody and Ross washing a sculpture on Thursday, taking care of it much as we take care of ourselves – with soapy water
Burned Cookies
On Tuesday we had a fire drill when some burned cookies in a Studio set off the fire alarms. It was quite the event. We
Let’s connect them.
While the rest of the class is outside, Johann and Jamie are in the classroom with Susannah, playing with Tinkertoys. Two round pieces are stuck
Egg
Egg by Kevin Henkes Popular Few words See? Reading at end of meeting; some children in the bathroom. Waiting for green egg to crack. They
We Are Skating Together
Kesler has been practicing on his “skates” for several days. One morning, as Kesler begins to skate around, Wesley decides to join him. They are
An arc of play
It is the start of the morning on Wednesday. Ellie, Stella and Jamie come to the meeting area and begin rearranging the pillows and rugs.
Soccer
When Kesler wanted to play soccer, many other children joined in with him!
Hey, do you want to do a ski with me?
The first day back from vacation, Chris announces, Hey, do you want to do a ski with me? But first he needs help finding ski poles.
Decorate for Halloween and We Wash our Babies Clean!
We recently made some changes in Studio Blue. With the warmer weather, the melted snow and the opportunity for more outdoor time, we have removed
Taking Care of a Tiger
Jack crawls into an opening in the flex cabinet. Jamie notices and tries to get in too. There isn’t enough room, and Jack pokes out
