The child is not a citizen of the future; he is a citizen from the very first moment of life and also the most important citizen because he represents and brings the ‘possible’ […], a bearer, here and now of rights, of values, of culture. It is our historical responsibility not only to affirm this…
Archives for April 2018
Earth Day: Recycled Litterbugs
Earth Day is a great occasion to get creative while teaching our children to care for our planet, to keep our earth clean and to preserve its natural resources. It’s an opportunity to provide experiences that activate awareness and understanding, to experience empathy and humility at something bigger than ourselves, to stay curious, to wonder…
Spring Birds
We are so excited that spring is coming! We can watch as the arriving spring birds make their nests in our backyards and see the first flowers growing. To make our own spring birds and building a nest to play in is always a highlight for younger children and stays one of my favorite art…
Funky Easter Bunnies
Meet our funky Easter bunnies and head over to teachstarter to get your own fabulous and free template! This project is not only fun but also perfect for discussing lines and patterns. With younger children I often use Cassie Stephen’s wonderful introduction to creating with lines. She uses a poem and a plush snake to…
