Reggio emilia family display

In the Reggio Philosophy Family and community is a huge part of its core foundations. Involving families in such a beautiful way that honors their children gives them that sense of community.

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"Inserimento" I worked and studied in a center inspired by the teachers and families in Reggio Emilia for years before I ever heard the Italian word "Inserimento". I'd like to share it with you because I think it honors our mentors and heroes when we use their words. For instance, I'm the "pedagogista" (instead of the coach or coordinator) at Peabody Terrace Children's Center because I want to remind myself and our community that I am the intellectual descendant of generations of pedagogisti…

As many of you already know, I am currently embarking on a new learning journey this year. I have started to instruct the York University Kindergarten AQ course and am learning alongside the teachers and early childhood educators who have enrolled. Last week a teacher from my school named Jennifer Tompkins invited us to visit her classroom (which she shares with Mojgan Eslami and Rose Landolfi) during our AQ session. I thought this Friday "On Display" feature would be the perfect opportunity…

There were some wonderful ideas for incorporating the families' presence in the classroom environment at Rosa Parks Preschool. I think it is so comforting and homey for the children to see their families displayed in the classroom. It makes a strong statement of mutual support and commitment to the child. Family Tree: A simple tree […]