They help me to slow down and notice things I might not in an otherwise busy day. They encourage (I hope) one (my kids!) to focus and study the creations around them as well as the way our language comes together to form its own kind of beauty.
This is mine from last night. I encourage the kids to spend at least 10-15 minutes on their drawing. I did mine at midnight. Can you tell where I started falling asleep and stopped paying attention to detail? The kids asked me today, "Oh, you just let Rachel scribble on that part?"
Uh...no.
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Those activities sound a lot like the Reggio Emilio educational method from Italy (Ooooo, don't I sound smart? :)). They say it's the most developmentally appropriate method in the world. Do the kids enjoy it?
You are smart! :) I credit the copywork to Charolette Mason...but I'm not that smart, maybe she stole it from Regg? All I know is I'm stealing from from everyone. (Not you, don't worry.) :)
The kids love the drawing, especially when they can go on walks to find things to draw. The writing, while I don't get many grumbles I don't get the excitement either. So...I'll take it! :)
That should probably read, "but...I'll take it!" :)
Do you have any favorite "approaches" to share?
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