The children in the Walnut room, which contains the discovery areas, started off the day exploring the puzzles, magnet balls and light table. Several children were at the light table using the rakes and tongs to move the sand and gemstones. Children could be heard exclaiming, "I found treasure!"
Other children were exploring the magnet wall, using the ramp built by other children to roll different size wooden balls around. Ben observed that the small ball moved faster down the ramp than the large ball.
In the Oak Room, the art studio was the children's main focus. The special project table contained trays with wire, which the children spent time bending into different shapes. Nearby, Ms. Weller continued working with the children on the full body clay experience.
At the texture table, "floam" is available this week. After experimenting with play dough last week, the children are enjoying the change. "Floam" is a type of foam made of styrofoam beads. As the children manipulated the material, they noticed that it would stick to anything it came in contact with.
When paint is left over on the tables, the children are encouraged to use the spray bottle and rag to wipe up their mess. Many children enjoy helping out during the day, cleaning up after themselves and others. They are so helpful! This makes clean up time much easier for everyone.
Outside, there are bikes and scooters available for the children to use on the sidewalks. When they go outside, the children always ask to use them!
In the Maple Room, which has recycling and construction centers, the children began a project using wire and resuable materials (shown on the right and in the middle). Construction has begun on a creation (shown on left). We will continue to follow the children's progress through out the semester as they work!
Overall, the day was extremely busy and fulfilling for everyone. Here's to many more like it!
-Ms. Gratz
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