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Transformation “To exist is to change, to change Transformation “To exist is to change, to change is to mature, to mature is to go on creating oneself endlessly.” ~Henri Bergson #transformation #selfportrait #childrensselfportraits #layeringlines #contourlines #connectinglines #reggioinspiredteachers #reggioemiliaapproach #metaphors #philosophyoflife
According to the Centre for Teaching Excellence “both asking and answering questions are important parts of effective learning and teaching.” There are six types of questions: knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, and synthesis. https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/teaching-resources/teaching-tips/alternatives-lecturing/questions/asking-questions-six-types #askingquestions #ece #criticalthinking #reggioinspired #bloodorange #observationaldrawing #creatinglinesandart #childrensdrawing #meaningmaking
Exploring snakes and their dwellings #reggioparen Exploring snakes and their dwellings #reggioparents #reggioatelier #reggioinspired #clay #snake #hundredlanguages
Happy New Year Citizens of the World! “May you h Happy New Year Citizens of the World! “May you have more ideas, success, love and never regret. As the new year renews all the happiness and good tidings, hope the joyful spirit keeps glowing in your heart forever! Happy New Year! May this new year bring all the crazy colors and fun in your life.” ~nursebuff.com. #newyear #2021 #preschoolnewyear #reggioinspired #citizensoftheworld #colorsoflife
Self portrait “Mirrors show our faces, self-port Self portrait “Mirrors show our faces, self-portraits reveal our souls.” ~AS Byatt #reggioemiliaapproach #selfportrait #childrensart #childrenpainting #preschoolteacher #parenting #childrensperspective #handsonlearning #portraits #watercolor #selfreflection #reggioinspired #artislife #earlychildhoodeducation #ece #watercolorpainting #watercolorportrait #hundredlanguages #developingthewholechild #observationaldrawing #watercolorartwork #childrenart #preschoolart #earlychildhoodeducator #synapseatelier #atelierista #progressiveeducation #expressiveart #drawingportrait #visualart
Thinking outside of the box! It takes confidence, Thinking outside of the box! It takes confidence, environment, collaboration, and opportunity to create/invent and look at ways of doing things in a new light! #inventions #creativity #collaboration #reggioinspired #looseparts #openendedplay
For sometime now the children have been fascinated For sometime now the children have been fascinated by unicorns that have rainbow magic! They said, “Rainbows are magical and even fire makes rainbows!” Observing the children, we noticed that magic is transformative for them and it gives them protection from “scary monsters.” Magic is powerful at age 4, where wishes are strong and so children use “magic” to make life be anything they want it to be! #rainbow #dramaticplay #age4 #reggioinspired #prisms #lightplay #hundredlanguagesofchildren #preschool
Painting by two three year old artists that love r Painting by two three year old artists that love rainbows and named their painting, “Beautiful World” comprised of rainbow parts that are just magical! “The environment we experience influences our creative process. When we experience variations in lighting, colors on the walls, different smells, and different types of sounds, they evoke different feelings within us and in turn these sensory experiences invade our creative process. The sensory effects of music affects our painting process....” ~ Jean Pederson #painting #music #reggioinspired #paintingtomusic #environmentasthirdteacher #creativeexpression
We are accepting applications for a spot in our pr We are accepting applications for a spot in our preschool for next year, Sept 2021-June 2022. If you’re interested please email us at synapseatelier@gmail.com or visit our website for more information: synapseatelier.com #preschool #reggioinspired #belairhills #encino #encinocalifornia #shermanoaks #westwood
Striking a pose! Is it the result of time change o Striking a pose! Is it the result of time change or awaiting election results? 🧐
Microsculpture is a breathtaking book by Levon Bis Microsculpture is a breathtaking book by Levon Biss about photographic study of insects! The children have been inspired by these macro photographs to take a closer look at insects in our environment and to depict what they see! #insects #reggioinspired #photographsofinsects #provocations #environmentthirdteacher #hundredlanguages #butterfly #portraitsofinsects #beetle #macrophotography
“Every tree, every growing thing as it grows, sa “Every tree, every growing thing as it grows, says this truth, ‘You harvest what you sow.’ With life as short as a half-taken breath, do not plant anything but love. The value of a human being can be measured by what he or she most deeply loves. -- Rumi Together the children cared for their garden observing plants as they evolved and reminding each other to give the plants water and love! Now the garden has given them a gift of fruit! Alas a ripe pomegranate! Each ruby seed is a gem and the gift of their labor! #pomegranate #childrensgarden #synapseatelier #reggioinspired #forestschoolteacher #enviroed #earthschool
Each rock tells us a story! As rocks such as cryst Each rock tells us a story! As rocks such as crystals grow, they pick up and “connect” to different particles in their path evolving their story, idea, existence, future, .... What do you see in these rocks? What are their stories? #geology #rocks #storyofrock #childrensinterests #provocations #connectingtonature #naturalhistory #reggioinspired #synapseatelier
Seeds!!! What are seeds? Why are there so many dif Seeds!!! What are seeds? Why are there so many different kinds of seeds? Why should we study seeds? What questions do you have about seeds? #seeds #growth #avacado #mangoes #datesfruit #figs #pears #growinggardens #ecology #reggioinspired #plantlife #sustainability #synapseatelier
With each idea, shape-form, and building, architec With each idea, shape-form, and building, architects tell a story. Whether the building is a new home, colossal tower or an inspiring design, architects tell a story about the origins and function of the space and the relationship it has to its present and future residents and surroundings. What stories do these buildings, created by our toddlers, tell us? #structures #reggioinspired #storiesbuildingscouldtell #toddlerblocks #magnatiles #synapseatelier #architecture #builtpurpose #childrensimagination #childrensideas #historyofbuildings #designconcept
Drawing can be a 2D illustration of what the artis Drawing can be a 2D illustration of what the artist sees in 3D. It can be an expression of an emotion or feeling that is evoked by the subject matter. A drawing can also be a representation of the artist’s detailed observations of the subject matter depicting the artist’s understanding and perspective. A drawing can capture concepts and ideas explored by the artist. What do you notice about the drawings created by these 2 year old artists? What are they feeling? What details are they noticing? What ideas are they exploring? #observationaldrawing #reggioinspired #watercolor #watercolorpainting #flowers #synapseatelier
“We need the tonic of wildness... At the same ti “We need the tonic of wildness... At the same time that we are earnest to explore and learn all things, we require that all things be mysterious and unexplorable, that land and sea be indefinitely wild, unsurveyed and unfathomed by us because unfathomable. We can never have enough of nature.” - Henry David Thoreau
Five of our preschoolers graduated just last week! Five of our preschoolers graduated just last week! It was a joyous and memorable graduation, fitting for the times in a beautiful parking lot at the edge of a canyon, with poetic words flowing to describe the essence of the graduates. The following week we celebrated my daughter’s graduation from Wellesley also fitting to the times, at home with simple joys - cake, hugs, kisses, good food, and conversations! Just like the parents at our school, I’m a mom who has learned and grown along side my daughter! I’ve learned through all my experiences of engaging with my daughters and it has shaped who I am as teacher and mother. A quote that comes to mind when I think of my attitude towards life is: “A bird is safe in its nest - but that is not what its wings are made for.” -Amit Ray. #graduation #preschool #philosophyoflife #motherhood #teachers #milestones #wellesleycollege
“On the motionless branches of some trees, autum “On the motionless branches of some trees, autumn berries hung like clusters of coral beads, as in those fabled orchards where the fruits were jewels . . .”~Charles Dickens These blackberries from our garden are waiting to be eaten!! #blackberries #growyourownfood #childrensgarden #reggioinspired #growingberries #antioxidants #naturelovers #naturebasedpreschool #naturebasedlearning #parenting #preschoolerslife
Children’s ideas about the Corona Virus: Today o Children’s ideas about the Corona Virus: Today on Zoom, I was conversing with a four year old child about his ideas on the Corona Virus! The conversation was quite fascinating and it gave us a perspective on how children might view this virus! L- What is the corona virus look like? O - It’s a gooey shape! L- Where did this virus come from I wonder? O - It’s a new predator that came to Los Angeles to look for new people. Some people have the corona; some don’t! The desert doesn’t have any corona because they can’t live there. L - Can we make friends with the corona virus? O - We can ask the corona on the floor! Hey corona virus can we make you something yummy to eat? We can make it for them unless they say we only eat humans! L - Do corona viruses have families? O - Lots of corona are on the floor and they make new ones! That’s a family! L- Are people scared of Corona? O - You can’t be scared of corona because you can’t see it! Just try not to get affected by it! Coronas bite! I will tell you not to step outside because the corona is there! Give them cake if you have it and maybe they will go away! L- Can the Corona virus speak English? O - I saw one speak in a different language. But you need a microscopic microphone to speak with them. L - Maybe the Corona virus is just looking for a place to live? Maybe we humans took all the spaces? O - Some Coronas can move to the desert! L - You mentioned earlier that the corona virus can’t live in the desert. O - Well, some corona can move to the desert if they don’t want to make babies and they want their own space. Babies can’t live in the desert! And if other Coronas want something to eat then LET THEM EAT CAKE! “Too often we give our children answers to remember rather than problems to solve.” -Roger Lewin “If your only tool is a hammer then every problem looks like a nail” -Abraham Maslow #childrensideas #reflectionsoncovid19 #viruscoronavirus #preschool #parents #talkingtochildrenaboutcoronavirus #coronavirus #cake #pandamic #copingwithcovid #kids #children #childrensstories
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Transformation “To exist is to change, to change Transformation “To exist is to change, to change is to mature, to mature is to go on creating oneself endlessly.” ~Henri Bergson #transformation #selfportrait #childrensselfportraits #layeringlines #contourlines #connectinglines #reggioinspiredteachers #reggioemiliaapproach #metaphors #philosophyoflife
According to the Centre for Teaching Excellence “both asking and answering questions are important parts of effective learning and teaching.” There are six types of questions: knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, and synthesis. https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/teaching-resources/teaching-tips/alternatives-lecturing/questions/asking-questions-six-types #askingquestions #ece #criticalthinking #reggioinspired #bloodorange #observationaldrawing #creatinglinesandart #childrensdrawing #meaningmaking
Exploring snakes and their dwellings #reggioparen Exploring snakes and their dwellings #reggioparents #reggioatelier #reggioinspired #clay #snake #hundredlanguages
Happy New Year Citizens of the World! “May you h Happy New Year Citizens of the World! “May you have more ideas, success, love and never regret. As the new year renews all the happiness and good tidings, hope the joyful spirit keeps glowing in your heart forever! Happy New Year! May this new year bring all the crazy colors and fun in your life.” ~nursebuff.com. #newyear #2021 #preschoolnewyear #reggioinspired #citizensoftheworld #colorsoflife
Self portrait “Mirrors show our faces, self-port Self portrait “Mirrors show our faces, self-portraits reveal our souls.” ~AS Byatt #reggioemiliaapproach #selfportrait #childrensart #childrenpainting #preschoolteacher #parenting #childrensperspective #handsonlearning #portraits #watercolor #selfreflection #reggioinspired #artislife #earlychildhoodeducation #ece #watercolorpainting #watercolorportrait #hundredlanguages #developingthewholechild #observationaldrawing #watercolorartwork #childrenart #preschoolart #earlychildhoodeducator #synapseatelier #atelierista #progressiveeducation #expressiveart #drawingportrait #visualart
Thinking outside of the box! It takes confidence, Thinking outside of the box! It takes confidence, environment, collaboration, and opportunity to create/invent and look at ways of doing things in a new light! #inventions #creativity #collaboration #reggioinspired #looseparts #openendedplay
For sometime now the children have been fascinated For sometime now the children have been fascinated by unicorns that have rainbow magic! They said, “Rainbows are magical and even fire makes rainbows!” Observing the children, we noticed that magic is transformative for them and it gives them protection from “scary monsters.” Magic is powerful at age 4, where wishes are strong and so children use “magic” to make life be anything they want it to be! #rainbow #dramaticplay #age4 #reggioinspired #prisms #lightplay #hundredlanguagesofchildren #preschool
Painting by two three year old artists that love r Painting by two three year old artists that love rainbows and named their painting, “Beautiful World” comprised of rainbow parts that are just magical! “The environment we experience influences our creative process. When we experience variations in lighting, colors on the walls, different smells, and different types of sounds, they evoke different feelings within us and in turn these sensory experiences invade our creative process. The sensory effects of music affects our painting process....” ~ Jean Pederson #painting #music #reggioinspired #paintingtomusic #environmentasthirdteacher #creativeexpression
We are accepting applications for a spot in our pr We are accepting applications for a spot in our preschool for next year, Sept 2021-June 2022. If you’re interested please email us at synapseatelier@gmail.com or visit our website for more information: synapseatelier.com #preschool #reggioinspired #belairhills #encino #encinocalifornia #shermanoaks #westwood
Striking a pose! Is it the result of time change o Striking a pose! Is it the result of time change or awaiting election results? 🧐
Microsculpture is a breathtaking book by Levon Bis Microsculpture is a breathtaking book by Levon Biss about photographic study of insects! The children have been inspired by these macro photographs to take a closer look at insects in our environment and to depict what they see! #insects #reggioinspired #photographsofinsects #provocations #environmentthirdteacher #hundredlanguages #butterfly #portraitsofinsects #beetle #macrophotography
“Every tree, every growing thing as it grows, sa “Every tree, every growing thing as it grows, says this truth, ‘You harvest what you sow.’ With life as short as a half-taken breath, do not plant anything but love. The value of a human being can be measured by what he or she most deeply loves. -- Rumi Together the children cared for their garden observing plants as they evolved and reminding each other to give the plants water and love! Now the garden has given them a gift of fruit! Alas a ripe pomegranate! Each ruby seed is a gem and the gift of their labor! #pomegranate #childrensgarden #synapseatelier #reggioinspired #forestschoolteacher #enviroed #earthschool
Each rock tells us a story! As rocks such as cryst Each rock tells us a story! As rocks such as crystals grow, they pick up and “connect” to different particles in their path evolving their story, idea, existence, future, .... What do you see in these rocks? What are their stories? #geology #rocks #storyofrock #childrensinterests #provocations #connectingtonature #naturalhistory #reggioinspired #synapseatelier
Seeds!!! What are seeds? Why are there so many dif Seeds!!! What are seeds? Why are there so many different kinds of seeds? Why should we study seeds? What questions do you have about seeds? #seeds #growth #avacado #mangoes #datesfruit #figs #pears #growinggardens #ecology #reggioinspired #plantlife #sustainability #synapseatelier
With each idea, shape-form, and building, architec With each idea, shape-form, and building, architects tell a story. Whether the building is a new home, colossal tower or an inspiring design, architects tell a story about the origins and function of the space and the relationship it has to its present and future residents and surroundings. What stories do these buildings, created by our toddlers, tell us? #structures #reggioinspired #storiesbuildingscouldtell #toddlerblocks #magnatiles #synapseatelier #architecture #builtpurpose #childrensimagination #childrensideas #historyofbuildings #designconcept
Drawing can be a 2D illustration of what the artis Drawing can be a 2D illustration of what the artist sees in 3D. It can be an expression of an emotion or feeling that is evoked by the subject matter. A drawing can also be a representation of the artist’s detailed observations of the subject matter depicting the artist’s understanding and perspective. A drawing can capture concepts and ideas explored by the artist. What do you notice about the drawings created by these 2 year old artists? What are they feeling? What details are they noticing? What ideas are they exploring? #observationaldrawing #reggioinspired #watercolor #watercolorpainting #flowers #synapseatelier
“We need the tonic of wildness... At the same ti “We need the tonic of wildness... At the same time that we are earnest to explore and learn all things, we require that all things be mysterious and unexplorable, that land and sea be indefinitely wild, unsurveyed and unfathomed by us because unfathomable. We can never have enough of nature.” - Henry David Thoreau
Five of our preschoolers graduated just last week! Five of our preschoolers graduated just last week! It was a joyous and memorable graduation, fitting for the times in a beautiful parking lot at the edge of a canyon, with poetic words flowing to describe the essence of the graduates. The following week we celebrated my daughter’s graduation from Wellesley also fitting to the times, at home with simple joys - cake, hugs, kisses, good food, and conversations! Just like the parents at our school, I’m a mom who has learned and grown along side my daughter! I’ve learned through all my experiences of engaging with my daughters and it has shaped who I am as teacher and mother. A quote that comes to mind when I think of my attitude towards life is: “A bird is safe in its nest - but that is not what its wings are made for.” -Amit Ray. #graduation #preschool #philosophyoflife #motherhood #teachers #milestones #wellesleycollege
“On the motionless branches of some trees, autum “On the motionless branches of some trees, autumn berries hung like clusters of coral beads, as in those fabled orchards where the fruits were jewels . . .”~Charles Dickens These blackberries from our garden are waiting to be eaten!! #blackberries #growyourownfood #childrensgarden #reggioinspired #growingberries #antioxidants #naturelovers #naturebasedpreschool #naturebasedlearning #parenting #preschoolerslife
Children’s ideas about the Corona Virus: Today o Children’s ideas about the Corona Virus: Today on Zoom, I was conversing with a four year old child about his ideas on the Corona Virus! The conversation was quite fascinating and it gave us a perspective on how children might view this virus! L- What is the corona virus look like? O - It’s a gooey shape! L- Where did this virus come from I wonder? O - It’s a new predator that came to Los Angeles to look for new people. Some people have the corona; some don’t! The desert doesn’t have any corona because they can’t live there. L - Can we make friends with the corona virus? O - We can ask the corona on the floor! Hey corona virus can we make you something yummy to eat? We can make it for them unless they say we only eat humans! L - Do corona viruses have families? O - Lots of corona are on the floor and they make new ones! That’s a family! L- Are people scared of Corona? O - You can’t be scared of corona because you can’t see it! Just try not to get affected by it! Coronas bite! I will tell you not to step outside because the corona is there! Give them cake if you have it and maybe they will go away! L- Can the Corona virus speak English? O - I saw one speak in a different language. But you need a microscopic microphone to speak with them. L - Maybe the Corona virus is just looking for a place to live? Maybe we humans took all the spaces? O - Some Coronas can move to the desert! L - You mentioned earlier that the corona virus can’t live in the desert. O - Well, some corona can move to the desert if they don’t want to make babies and they want their own space. Babies can’t live in the desert! And if other Coronas want something to eat then LET THEM EAT CAKE! “Too often we give our children answers to remember rather than problems to solve.” -Roger Lewin “If your only tool is a hammer then every problem looks like a nail” -Abraham Maslow #childrensideas #reflectionsoncovid19 #viruscoronavirus #preschool #parents #talkingtochildrenaboutcoronavirus #coronavirus #cake #pandamic #copingwithcovid #kids #children #childrensstories
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Transformation “To exist is to change, to change Transformation “To exist is to change, to change is to mature, to mature is to go on creating oneself endlessly.” ~Henri Bergson #transformation #selfportrait #childrensselfportraits #layeringlines #contourlines #connectinglines #reggioinspiredteachers #reggioemiliaapproach #metaphors #philosophyoflife
According to the Centre for Teaching Excellence “both asking and answering questions are important parts of effective learning and teaching.” There are six types of questions: knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, and synthesis. https://uwaterloo.ca/centre-for-teaching-excellence/teaching-resources/teaching-tips/alternatives-lecturing/questions/asking-questions-six-types #askingquestions #ece #criticalthinking #reggioinspired #bloodorange #observationaldrawing #creatinglinesandart #childrensdrawing #meaningmaking
Exploring snakes and their dwellings #reggioparen Exploring snakes and their dwellings #reggioparents #reggioatelier #reggioinspired #clay #snake #hundredlanguages
Happy New Year Citizens of the World! “May you h Happy New Year Citizens of the World! “May you have more ideas, success, love and never regret. As the new year renews all the happiness and good tidings, hope the joyful spirit keeps glowing in your heart forever! Happy New Year! May this new year bring all the crazy colors and fun in your life.” ~nursebuff.com. #newyear #2021 #preschoolnewyear #reggioinspired #citizensoftheworld #colorsoflife
Self portrait “Mirrors show our faces, self-port Self portrait “Mirrors show our faces, self-portraits reveal our souls.” ~AS Byatt #reggioemiliaapproach #selfportrait #childrensart #childrenpainting #preschoolteacher #parenting #childrensperspective #handsonlearning #portraits #watercolor #selfreflection #reggioinspired #artislife #earlychildhoodeducation #ece #watercolorpainting #watercolorportrait #hundredlanguages #developingthewholechild #observationaldrawing #watercolorartwork #childrenart #preschoolart #earlychildhoodeducator #synapseatelier #atelierista #progressiveeducation #expressiveart #drawingportrait #visualart
Thinking outside of the box! It takes confidence, Thinking outside of the box! It takes confidence, environment, collaboration, and opportunity to create/invent and look at ways of doing things in a new light! #inventions #creativity #collaboration #reggioinspired #looseparts #openendedplay
For sometime now the children have been fascinated For sometime now the children have been fascinated by unicorns that have rainbow magic! They said, “Rainbows are magical and even fire makes rainbows!” Observing the children, we noticed that magic is transformative for them and it gives them protection from “scary monsters.” Magic is powerful at age 4, where wishes are strong and so children use “magic” to make life be anything they want it to be! #rainbow #dramaticplay #age4 #reggioinspired #prisms #lightplay #hundredlanguagesofchildren #preschool
Painting by two three year old artists that love r Painting by two three year old artists that love rainbows and named their painting, “Beautiful World” comprised of rainbow parts that are just magical! “The environment we experience influences our creative process. When we experience variations in lighting, colors on the walls, different smells, and different types of sounds, they evoke different feelings within us and in turn these sensory experiences invade our creative process. The sensory effects of music affects our painting process....” ~ Jean Pederson #painting #music #reggioinspired #paintingtomusic #environmentasthirdteacher #creativeexpression
We are accepting applications for a spot in our pr We are accepting applications for a spot in our preschool for next year, Sept 2021-June 2022. If you’re interested please email us at synapseatelier@gmail.com or visit our website for more information: synapseatelier.com #preschool #reggioinspired #belairhills #encino #encinocalifornia #shermanoaks #westwood
Striking a pose! Is it the result of time change o Striking a pose! Is it the result of time change or awaiting election results? 🧐
Microsculpture is a breathtaking book by Levon Bis Microsculpture is a breathtaking book by Levon Biss about photographic study of insects! The children have been inspired by these macro photographs to take a closer look at insects in our environment and to depict what they see! #insects #reggioinspired #photographsofinsects #provocations #environmentthirdteacher #hundredlanguages #butterfly #portraitsofinsects #beetle #macrophotography
“Every tree, every growing thing as it grows, sa “Every tree, every growing thing as it grows, says this truth, ‘You harvest what you sow.’ With life as short as a half-taken breath, do not plant anything but love. The value of a human being can be measured by what he or she most deeply loves. -- Rumi Together the children cared for their garden observing plants as they evolved and reminding each other to give the plants water and love! Now the garden has given them a gift of fruit! Alas a ripe pomegranate! Each ruby seed is a gem and the gift of their labor! #pomegranate #childrensgarden #synapseatelier #reggioinspired #forestschoolteacher #enviroed #earthschool
Each rock tells us a story! As rocks such as cryst Each rock tells us a story! As rocks such as crystals grow, they pick up and “connect” to different particles in their path evolving their story, idea, existence, future, .... What do you see in these rocks? What are their stories? #geology #rocks #storyofrock #childrensinterests #provocations #connectingtonature #naturalhistory #reggioinspired #synapseatelier
Seeds!!! What are seeds? Why are there so many dif Seeds!!! What are seeds? Why are there so many different kinds of seeds? Why should we study seeds? What questions do you have about seeds? #seeds #growth #avacado #mangoes #datesfruit #figs #pears #growinggardens #ecology #reggioinspired #plantlife #sustainability #synapseatelier
With each idea, shape-form, and building, architec With each idea, shape-form, and building, architects tell a story. Whether the building is a new home, colossal tower or an inspiring design, architects tell a story about the origins and function of the space and the relationship it has to its present and future residents and surroundings. What stories do these buildings, created by our toddlers, tell us? #structures #reggioinspired #storiesbuildingscouldtell #toddlerblocks #magnatiles #synapseatelier #architecture #builtpurpose #childrensimagination #childrensideas #historyofbuildings #designconcept
Drawing can be a 2D illustration of what the artis Drawing can be a 2D illustration of what the artist sees in 3D. It can be an expression of an emotion or feeling that is evoked by the subject matter. A drawing can also be a representation of the artist’s detailed observations of the subject matter depicting the artist’s understanding and perspective. A drawing can capture concepts and ideas explored by the artist. What do you notice about the drawings created by these 2 year old artists? What are they feeling? What details are they noticing? What ideas are they exploring? #observationaldrawing #reggioinspired #watercolor #watercolorpainting #flowers #synapseatelier
“We need the tonic of wildness... At the same ti “We need the tonic of wildness... At the same time that we are earnest to explore and learn all things, we require that all things be mysterious and unexplorable, that land and sea be indefinitely wild, unsurveyed and unfathomed by us because unfathomable. We can never have enough of nature.” - Henry David Thoreau
Five of our preschoolers graduated just last week! Five of our preschoolers graduated just last week! It was a joyous and memorable graduation, fitting for the times in a beautiful parking lot at the edge of a canyon, with poetic words flowing to describe the essence of the graduates. The following week we celebrated my daughter’s graduation from Wellesley also fitting to the times, at home with simple joys - cake, hugs, kisses, good food, and conversations! Just like the parents at our school, I’m a mom who has learned and grown along side my daughter! I’ve learned through all my experiences of engaging with my daughters and it has shaped who I am as teacher and mother. A quote that comes to mind when I think of my attitude towards life is: “A bird is safe in its nest - but that is not what its wings are made for.” -Amit Ray. #graduation #preschool #philosophyoflife #motherhood #teachers #milestones #wellesleycollege
“On the motionless branches of some trees, autum “On the motionless branches of some trees, autumn berries hung like clusters of coral beads, as in those fabled orchards where the fruits were jewels . . .”~Charles Dickens These blackberries from our garden are waiting to be eaten!! #blackberries #growyourownfood #childrensgarden #reggioinspired #growingberries #antioxidants #naturelovers #naturebasedpreschool #naturebasedlearning #parenting #preschoolerslife
Children’s ideas about the Corona Virus: Today o Children’s ideas about the Corona Virus: Today on Zoom, I was conversing with a four year old child about his ideas on the Corona Virus! The conversation was quite fascinating and it gave us a perspective on how children might view this virus! L- What is the corona virus look like? O - It’s a gooey shape! L- Where did this virus come from I wonder? O - It’s a new predator that came to Los Angeles to look for new people. Some people have the corona; some don’t! The desert doesn’t have any corona because they can’t live there. L - Can we make friends with the corona virus? O - We can ask the corona on the floor! Hey corona virus can we make you something yummy to eat? We can make it for them unless they say we only eat humans! L - Do corona viruses have families? O - Lots of corona are on the floor and they make new ones! That’s a family! L- Are people scared of Corona? O - You can’t be scared of corona because you can’t see it! Just try not to get affected by it! Coronas bite! I will tell you not to step outside because the corona is there! Give them cake if you have it and maybe they will go away! L- Can the Corona virus speak English? O - I saw one speak in a different language. But you need a microscopic microphone to speak with them. L - Maybe the Corona virus is just looking for a place to live? Maybe we humans took all the spaces? O - Some Coronas can move to the desert! L - You mentioned earlier that the corona virus can’t live in the desert. O - Well, some corona can move to the desert if they don’t want to make babies and they want their own space. Babies can’t live in the desert! And if other Coronas want something to eat then LET THEM EAT CAKE! “Too often we give our children answers to remember rather than problems to solve.” -Roger Lewin “If your only tool is a hammer then every problem looks like a nail” -Abraham Maslow #childrensideas #reflectionsoncovid19 #viruscoronavirus #preschool #parents #talkingtochildrenaboutcoronavirus #coronavirus #cake #pandamic #copingwithcovid #kids #children #childrensstories
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