TKG Update – Sept 2023

As of this new school year, we will not be enrolling. What started as a community dream in 2011, had a beautiful run. Not only did we thrive, we survived the pandemic and pivoted and truly embraced the outdoor classroom that was always a part of vision. We are proud …

“From Under Our Big Tree” Newsletter #8 – School Wide

“Shame corrodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change.”  ― Brené Brown  Dear Friend, Happy Daylight Savings Day! Friendly reminder: childcare reservations are strongly recommended for this Thursday’s meeting. This Thursday, we will have our parent meeting. I look forward to getting together with you to connect, …

TKG KNOW: The Wisdom Deficit in Schools

This article appeared in a recent school newsletter as our Resource Of The Week – an article, podcast or video to deepen your knowledge of education news and trends through the TKG Classroom and Community lens. The Wisdom Deficit in Schools New education standards emphasize technical reading skills over an appreciation for literature and the …

TKG LEARN: Community Workshop “Fun and Educational Places to Go” featuring author Susan Peterson – Nov 6

The Knowing Garden Community School Presents A community event with Susan Peterson, author of FUN and Educational PLACES to Go With Kids in Southern CA Thursday, November 6th 7:30-8:30pm @ THE LITTLE GYM –Torrance 21203 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503 Purchase Tickets Here! Bring your children to enjoy the supervised …

TKG KNOW: Limits on Screen Time

How to Limit Your Child’s Screen Time by JOSHUA BECKER at BecomingMinimalist.com “Television is the menace that everyone loves to hate but can’t seem to live without.” – Paddy Chayevsky According to the Kaiser Family Foundation: Kids under age 6 watch an average of about 2 hours of screen media a day, primarily …