A while back, we wondered how posing problems for the children to solve would reveal for us the children’s developing understanding of themselves and each other. How could solving problems show us the kernels of empathy
Many children have been captivated while working in the miniature gardens. On a quiet table, facing the window, a child can either have a meditative time alone or choose to play with another child. Two
We gathered together on the rug at the end of a busy morning. Kesler was holding this book in his hands. Diane asked him if she could read it to everybody on the rug. Kesler
Children have been noticing the abundance of activity buzzing about the sculpture park in recent weeks. Several commented on the trucks and equipment that seemed to be a fixture just by the deCordova entrance for quite some
As the children entered the studio the morning of May Day there was much buzz as the May Pole had been spotted near the hearts. As Kaya commented “We’re going to dance around.” Charlie was excited
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 was to move from a straddling position to a standing position
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. We practiced in the cafe courtyard, and afterwards, when we had
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 to enjoy taking care of all of the babies at different
As we began to research the work of Sheila Pepe, the children noted that the installation “looked like we could climb on it!” The configuration of the shoelaces, rope and yarn created placement for our feet
All year long we have been saving scraps of paper and cardboard. We have used these scraps to practice or test an idea or technique, to collage, and to cover up an unwanted mark. We are
