The kinders are becoming amaZZZZing artists! From drawing our 'Self-Portraits' to 'Still-Life' gourds, we are learning to develop fine motor skills and a steady hand at something meaningful we can share with others. The children are beginning to see more 'detail smeetails' by drawing carefully, tracing over their work and adding colours.
On Friday mornings after drawing we pretend to go to our in class 'West Langley Art Museum!' We arrange all our art out and line up for our tickets to come to the art museum. We play classical music as we walk and talk quietly observing one another's work. Afterwards, I encourage the kinders to 'pair up' and look closely and intentionally at their own and their partner's work. I want the kinders to ask and show one another: What was the trickiest or most challenging part of your work? What are you most proud of? What would you like to get better at? Through observing and listening to one another, I hope to encourage the kinders to become more reflective about themselves and others. I also want them to understand that learning from others is important and that sharing their ideas is too. Take a look at all our INTERCONNECTED patterns! Thank you to the many parents and caregivers who come out on Monday and Wednesday mornings to make this special for the Kinders! The 'Read Aloud' experiences with you in their classroom provides for a unique 'learning to love books' opportunity for the Kinders. I am noticing the children becoming more willing and comfortable to join with their friend's family member for a 'Read Aloud' if their parent/caregivers cannot make it! We are building a strong community together! |