Activities · 09-11-2016

All children have interests or hobbies. Whether it’s a favorite sports team or a passion for photography, individual interests are excellent opportunities for personalized learning. Not only does independent study allow students to learn more about topics, it also teaches them how to problem solve and present knowledge in creative ways. When supervising student projects, it’s important to help students focus their research with a specific guiding question. For example, if a student wants to...

Activities · 07-13-2016

Once upon a time, I worked for a historic preservation organization. I attended many tours and social events in historic properties not usually open to the public. Traveling to these events was entertaining and informative because my colleagues would point out various house styles and identify architectural features. They would get excited about such features as, roof forms, paint colors, windows, porch supports, and decorative details. I learned a lot and often think of them whenever I see an...

Activities · 08-10-2013

Because they come in a variety of sizes, shapes and materials, buildings are a source of fascination for many children. The following activity, Name That Building, is a fun way to introduce upper elementary aged children to six of the world’s most famous buildings.