Camille update

another update from school teacher

from another of Eve's teachers today:

Hello all!

This morning Lali Bee, George and Eve did some great dramatic play together! It was the first time we've seen the three of them playing exclusively together, and so focused on a story of their own design. They creatively made use of our wooden boat/stepping toy as a dinner table, and all sat down together. Lali Bee was the mommy, Eve was the daddy and George was the baby. George was happily playing his part but if anyone said out-loud that he was the baby, he was quick to remind them "I'm not a real baby!" Lali Bee set the table for Eve and George and told them "okay, time for dinner!" Then she did some work around the house with her screwdriver, occasionally checking back to make sure they had what they needed. Eve looked very intently at the food and began holding it very close to her mouth, soon deciding maybe she should go have some real snack!

This went on for about 15 minutes without any teacher direction- the three of them smiling and having a great time together. It is very exciting to see them cooperating as a group, even though they have not worked closely together in the past. Their abilities to create new stories independently of a teacher's influence, and sustain the play independently, are really expanding as we experiment with new materials and develop new friendships.

Have a great day!

note from teacher

Every now and then Eve's teachers send us a note about her activities at school. Here is the latest example:

Dear Daniel and Martha,

Eve was very intent exploring the beans and measuring tools yesterday.  She used the scoops, spoons, cups and bowls of different sizes.  During her investigation it was necessary for her to negotiate for materials and take turns using all the items.  Not an easy task when you are 2 ½ (almost 3!).  She commented on the sounds the beans made when they hit the bottoms of the different bowls and poured and scooped with abandon.

I took a few pictures of her and I wanted to point out the last one.  It is a little blurry but it reveals Eve’s creative use of the materials.  She scooped beans into the beaker, put the beaker into the bowl and then balanced the measuring scoop on the top.  This was her own idea that was inspired during the play.  She smiled and was quite satisfied with her creation.  This event lasted less than one minute and she continued on with her discovery. 

Enjoy the photos!

Jennifer

not always fun and games