For a while the teachers have been thinking of ways to enhance the tubes,we have added different shaped balls and bowling pins to see where the childrens interest was. After observation we noticed that the children liked to use the cars, so Yoli brought a few new cars in and it sparked something.A few days later Vincent…
Kids Sign In
The West Wing children have had a growing interest in writing and creating representational drawings. To support this, the teachers have created more opportunities to work on these fine motor skills like the child’s sign-in sheet. Each morning before circle time the sign in sheet will be on the table in the West Wing Studio.…
A Day In the Life – Photo Set – 05/24/10
IMG_7955, originally uploaded by NSW photostream. Click the photo above to see more photos of all the learning going on at NSW today.
West Wing Parent Night
Did you know that the West Wing children have been investigating flowers? Come see what they've been working on and join us on Tuesday, June 1st, from 6:15 to 8:00ish for a fun night of friendship, exploration, and surprises. Dress comfortably and bring a small bouquet of flowers (or even one or two of something growing in…
Welcome Mia Bunn
Mia will be working with us on Mondays while Valerie is finishing a class and Regina is out. She's worked in the STAR program's art department and is a muralist. STAR is an after school enrichment program for public schools. She'll be doing snack in the mornings and nap room with the other teachers…
Brochetas
Flora's student teacher Beatriz noticed that cooking healthy food with the children is a special part of our schools culture. Also, she observed the children's interest in dramatic play cooking in the East Wing house area. In response, she brought in a cooking activity to the house area for one of her assignments. She brought an assortments…
Puppet Making
Steve, (Gibson’s dad, EW) noticed the puppets the children have been using in the East Wing with the screen and light projector. A little history: Wayang Kulit is a unique form of theatre employing light and shadow. The puppets are crafted from buffalo hide and mounted on bamboo sticks. When held up behind a piece…
Salad Dressing Thursday
For 'cooking with Mima' she still needs: lemons, honey, Dijon mustard, tamari sauce Mima has also requested a parents to help with 'cooking with Mima' from 9:30-11:00. If you have a fabulous recipe you want to share with the school, and make with Mima, please sign up on the sheet to assist!
Did you know?
Wednesday, May 19th is NSW's first Family Music Night. Come join us at 5:00 Circle on the steps of the Front Yard. Jonathan (Owen's dad) will lead the sing-a-long, but next time it could be your turn! And here's an added idea… plan to meet for dinner somewhere after the sing. Could be the start…
An update on PPC
Follow this link to Park La Brea News Beverly Press to learn how NSW is connected to the greater community through Jason's work at Pedal Patch Community. http://parklabreanewsbeverlypress.com/news/2010/05/patchwork-of-garden-plots-boost-urban-food-supply/