“the quiet house” on the 3-6 year old children’s playground
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on a trip to visit schools in north carolina
i loved meeting the young children
and
i loved meeting the educators who
understood the importance
of using
play, compassion, kindness, projects, community
and
hands-on learning
when teaching young children.
i met many people who were so passionate
about
education and children and life in general.
what a lot i learned from them.
—
the whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows.
– sydney j. harris
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I didn't have my glasses on.... 
Good thing you aren’t LGBT – you would have found your reception much cooler and your rights much reduced.
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We were met with great open minds and hearts-
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Good….I truly believe there are open minded, intelligent people in Nth Carolina and Tenn. Unfortunately, we still have a lot of educating to do to truly erase discrimination…..so, what had you all the way in Nth Carolina, Beth????
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we visited two schools, both who have embraced the idea of child-centered classrooms, teaching children to live and discover the world with an approach that includes inquiry, compassion, kindness and love. it was a wonderful experience –
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Sounds like a great trip!
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It was
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I love educators who love to be educated. :)
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Yes, yes, yes! Much more nicer (if this isn’t the correct English term it should be…) than the ones who know everything and what’s best for everybody.
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Yes )
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It’s good for everyone
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As a retired early childhood teacher, this was encouraging, as such creative programs seem to be few and far between these days. Children need to experience the natural world! Nice post, Beth😀
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Thanks, it was really great to be a part of )
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Love that quote Beth! <3
Diana xo
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Me too )
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what a great idea to have a “quiet house” on a playground. I am SO going to use that.
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They loved it
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A quiet house………. I wonder how many teachers you’ll find sitting there at recess time? haha….Seriously, a thoughtful playground addition. A buddy bench and a quiet house……..two awesome ideas…….I’m enjoying your adventures!!
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I got invited in by 2 little girls and I was so excited )
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I love the quote at the end of your post.
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it is a powerful one –
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And so difficult it is to find those talented teaches to make the Windows.
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they are out there –
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You are certainly one of them!
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The whole purpose of play is to give free rein to a child’s imagination. It looks like they cater for that in the picture Beth. Glad you had a good time.
xxx Massive Hugs xxx
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exactly right )
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Beautiful description of learning, Beth. I like getting new ideas first hand. They would love all the exciting learning in your kinders world, too. Construction, imagination, nature- all seasons including snow play in Michigan. . . lovely exchanges! :) Gotta love George Carlin!!
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I love learning and sharing with other teachers-
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Beth, got my quotes switched around! Lol :D I am sipping 2nd cup of coffee. We worked from 7:00 am till 6:34 pm yesterday. . . everyone is repairing cars this time of year. Need some able bodied new kids on our block! ;)
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)))
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Mirrors into windows–nice!
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Thanks )
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