In the WW Exploration Area, the loft has morphed into a haunted house. With the intention of making space to process the fears of Halloween and the upcoming darkness of the season, the teachers have added a light projector and flashlights and creatures that are found in the dark like spiders, snakes, and bats. To…
Every October, Roleen walks the children through costume changes and how someone you love can morph into someone you don’t recognize. During the process of adding dramatic lipstick, a cape, fingernail extensions, dark glasses and a cauldron, she consistently reminds them that it’s ‘still me’. The WW seemed thrilled with the transformation process yesterday. Roleen cackling:…
During West Wing Back to School Night, a group of parents built an elaborate structure which became a provocation for the children the following day. Fascinated by the extraordinary height of the two towers, the children were inspired to expand upon the structure. As Harrison added to the perimeter, blocks fell, resulting in the tower,…
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With an appointment at the Woodworking Space, some children are unsure of what to do. When approaching a new material, we often fall back on known successful strategies. Teacher Adriana suggests a familiar way to use a new material: wood and wire. Mila: I don’t know what to do. Olive: I want to write…
What a night! A BIG ‘thank you’ to Greg and Zoe (NSW alums) for their generosity and the generosity of their hysterical comic friends! Thanks to Matt (Mazzy EW), Zoe (Georgia, grad), Katy, Mark and Ana Mollica (Mica WW), Andy (Theo P. EW), Paula (Leo & Coco WW), and to our wonderful team of organizers…
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In the West Wing, one of our strategies to build a strong sense of community is to provide experiences that initiate collaboration. One of the ways we are doing this is through a weaving we call “The Thread Game”. The children explain how it is played: Arrow: I passed it to my partner, then she passed it…
In the Front Yard, the children have shown an interest in caring for the environment. They like to water the plants, pick up leaves from the ground, and use them as pretend food, plant seeds, as well as look for living creatures. Teacher Adriana: Grey, Julian is very curious about bugs. Grey: Well, you have…
What a night! Fun was had by all! A BIG thank you to Mariel and Brad (Crosby WW), for opening up your lovely home! [Show slideshow]