One night in kindergarten …
We have been planning a Kindergarten sleepover in the classroom. For many, this is a landmark in their personal learning journeys; the first night they have spent away from their parents. School is a...
View ArticleExploring death through the demise of a class pet
This morning when we came to school Shiver, our fish, was lying on the floor. After a quick inspection the children declared that he was dead. They gathered, spontaneously and undirected, for a...
View ArticleThe importance of class meetings
We begin each day with a morning meeting. These meetings are an important part of our school day; a time for developing a sense of comradeship and for ensuring that everyone has a voice and feels a...
View ArticleThe importance of failing
Last week a colleague posted this video clip on the class blog of a kindergarten child trying again and again to balance on a home-made skateboard. The episode was captured on an iTouch by one of his...
View ArticleSaying goodbye to friends from our learning community
Through-out the year the children in KC have communicated and collaborated with KinderPals on the other side of the world. This relationship has provided an authentic purpose and audience for both...
View ArticleBuilding a community of learners
“The first two weeks are the most important time in the school year for all children … What happens during this critical period pretty much determines how the rest of the year will go.” “Starting the...
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