“It looks like we could climb on it.”
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
Archive for 2019
The Language of Mathematics.
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
“Mommy…”
Reading the story If I were your Mother by Margaret Park Bridges, a young child wonders if her mother would like to be a little girl once again. As the mother reminisces about snuggling once again
Happy Mother’s Day
What better way to wish all our moms a Happy Mothers Day than with a colorful bouquet from all the kids in Extended Day!
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 and a sponge! Cody also pulled out leaves and gunk that
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 got to see two firetrucks and a police car, and met
A Playground Discovery
One morning, Miles discovers that if he places a ball on the handle of a shovel, and then stomps on the shovel end, the ball will go flying! Thrilled with his discovery, Miles practices over and
Building by building…
When we began our work thinking about cities, we asked the children what they thought made up a city. What do cities have or need? “Buildings” “Churches” “Apartments” “Giant buildings” “Windows” “Doors” What are cities but
Brad and Wade
The enduring fascination!
Construction!
“CONSTRUCTION” Studio Yellow chorused as we walked down the trail behind the museum. This construction is the preparation for the installation of an Andy Goldsworthy sculpture coming to deCordova this summer. The children loved being shown the