As scientists, the children have been observing, researching, collecting and recording data on our year long journey to new understandings about the interconnectedness of living things. Regular time spent learning in beautiful natural spaces in our wider community has invited…
Inspiring Creativity with Aesthetically Engaging Global Photography Our learning community had been exploring ways that symbolic languages are a means of expression to be enjoyed. The children often chose dramatic play materials to communicate ideas about stories and role play….
Supporting children’s identities as DESIGNERS and MAKERS through inquiry Transdisciplinary Theme How We Organize Ourselves An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind…
A Project in an Early Years Setting working with 4 and 5 year olds in Zurich, Switzerland A Where We Are in Place and Time Unit of Inquiry Central Idea: Spaces can be used in creative ways. Lines of Inquiry:…
Connecting Threads of Learning in Different Spaces As our class groups develop a growing sense of community, we intentionally plan learning provocations based on children’s interests which promote connections among our environments both indoor and outdoor. We aim to have threads of…
When investigating into our unit of inquiry ‘Who We Are ‘, we explored about ourselves through the Central Idea, “We use our bodies to learn about the world.” The children were invited to participate in a variety of learning experiences…
As teachers, we spend a lot of time and thoughtful consideration when choosing learning materials. This week, however, nature did the planning for us. We were all delighted to arrive to a schoolyard covered with snow. Snow is the ultimate, natural,…
“Man is most nearly himself when he achieves the seriousness of a child at play” Heraclitus To learn through laughter, to explore without expiration and to follow ones curiosity to wherever it may lead, these are just some facets to…
As part of our transdisciplinary unit, How We Express Ourselves, we have been inquiring into ways we can communicate our ideas and feelings through play. The children have been building their understanding, through many exciting experiences and interactions with each…
“Superworm is super-long, Superworm is super-strong. Watch him wiggle! See him squirm Hip, hip hooray for SUPERWORM!” Superworm, by Julia Donaldson One crisp Spring morning as the children were putting on their outdoor clothes to go and do some weeding…