TKG KNOW: What Kids Should Know About Their Own Brains (Mind/Shift)

Here is a new Parent-Teacher resource to add to your tool box: Some elementary school students may have a limited understanding of the brain and how it functions, believing it to be something like “a container for storing memories and facts.”  Brain function and development are important values at TKG …

TKG LISTEN: Preschoolers Outsmart College Students In Figuring Out Gadgets

A parent resource focusing on Brain Function and Development… Preschoolers Outsmart College Students In Figuring Out Gadgets MICHELLE TRUDEAU/NPR One of the reasons, at TKG, we are willing to give time for students to process rather than force them to stick to the ‘task’ is because reflecting draws the learning out …

TKG KNOW: The Four Secrets of Playtime That Foster Creative Kids

PT RESOURCE: Support the Four Foundational Pillars of Play/Fast Co. When children play, design, explore, learn in at TKG – they need our support though environmental design and collaboration.  These four pieces help scaffold the constructivist learning model: open environment – An open environment is not the same as an enriched one: being open …

FROM UNDER OUR BIG TREE: Week 17 (7 to 9 Class)

“There are no facts, only interpretations.” ― Friedrich Nietzsche Hope you are having a great weekend.  Please remember to register for the P.E.T. Workshop this Tuesday.  The facilitator, Meike, is highly recommended by our pal Jennifer Lehr. We are organizing child care (details below) this time!  Also, please review the Admin section for information about our upcoming work …