Journals

Explorations of Love

    In response to viewing a Taschen book Eye to Eye by Frans Lanting, the children had these observations about a pair of monkeys in the grass. The children have also been dictating notes on 'what is love' and sticking them in a pinecone. These expressions are on the entrance table. Please join the exploration and share…

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Last Day for Scholastic Order

Just reminding you that today, Monday Feb. 8th is the last day to order scholastic books. If you are having trouble with the sight or any questions…. you can reach me at school or email at jessica@newschoolwest.com. www.scholastic.com/parentordering user id- newschoolwest password- family Thank you!!! teacher Jessica

The Movie

Ewan:    Paws, legs, arms and claws, body, chest, ears, nose, stripes on the arms and the back and the tail. Amy: And how should you get into the tiger costume? Ewan: I think it should tie in the back, like Kai's Clone costume. 

Explorations of Love

All over the school, children are interested in love, hearts, Valentine's Day and what it all means.  Ewan:    "I don't know how to make a heart." Legacy:  "You make an M and then a V on the bottom." Ewan: "Oh, I see." Paola: "What does a heart mean?" Penelope: "A heart means you love somebody in your heart." Arthur:…

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