Someone recently asked me how I view teaching these days from a Reggio perspective and I answered,
research. And research can look like this: first observe the children, second document those observations with photos, video and transcriptions, third reflect on those observations with children, coworkers and families, consult current literature on early childhood and learning as necessary, fourth adapt the environment (laboratory/experiment) to accommodate new understandings, questions and ideas. REPEAT the cycle.
And in the spirit of research, it would be hard to miss that children are naturally interested in seasonal shifts and the colorful cacophony of LEAVES twirling against blue autumn skies.
After spending a week with leaves, I wanted to extend the investigation with the oldest children by bringing in some supported observational drawing opportunities.
The results were beautiful and the children were engaged, focused and busy discovering and communicating the brilliant colors unique to each leaf they selected.
To find out a little more about observational drawing techniques from a past study,
click here and
here. Otherwise enjoy some of these images:
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