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A Valuable Material in All Classrooms Block play o

A Valuable Material in All Classrooms
Block play offers an open-ended, creative, and valuable learning experience available to any setting. It offers freedom to explore, allowing children to take apart and put back together any block based creation they can think of. Block play supports social-emotional development and also teaches critical thinking skills in problem solving, math, engineering, creative thinking and more.

Author Visit The Primary children have recently s

Author Visit
The Primary children have recently shown interest in writing books. We have worked one on one with the children about the writing process and provided them with a variety of strategies to use when writing. We also have told them about how writers edit their work.

Last week we had a special visit from Giulio Bianchi, an alumni of ACP and children's author/illustrator. Giulio began by reading his book The Big Bug. He captivated the children’s attention as he explained what was happening on each page. After reading, Guilio shared with the children where he got his inspiration for this book. Guilio told the children that he decided to become an author because he loves storytelling. He also shared with the children how he struggled with writing when he was younger but now writing “is his best friend” and he felt like he needed to share his ideas with others. He strives to write books that people can connect with.

Guilio took the time to answer a list of questions created by the children. He shared that it takes time to publish a book and how he starts with an idea, creates a story, creates his illustrations and edits. The children learned the importance of editing and ended the morning feeling inspired. We are excited to see where the interests of these aspiring writers take them next.

The beauty, joy, creativity and at times, the sere

The beauty, joy, creativity and at times, the serenity of the West Yard.

The Water Table As it is a very soothing area of t

The Water Table
As it is a very soothing area of the classroom the water table remains to be very valuable for many different reasons. It provides a hands-on learning experience for young children, allowing them to explore basic science concepts like buoyancy, water flow, and volume through open-ended play, while also developing fine motor skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities through pouring, splashing, and manipulating objects in the water.

Let’s Try…Let’s See If We Can Do It! Childre

Let’s Try…Let’s See If We Can Do It!
Children who engage in risky play develop skills to handle the feelings of uneasiness and fear that can come with trying new things. This knowledge gives them the skills they need to adapt to new situations and explore new environments-skills that become even more important when involved in group collaborative efforts.

Across the Curriculum A group of children in the 3

Across the Curriculum
A group of children in the 3 Morning Nursery Class were asked to compare volumes. The teacher presented them with two measuring cups filled with different amounts of water and the children shared which they thought had more or less or which was higher or lower. While the discussion continued one child pointed to the measuring cups and expressed, “My mommy uses them to make cookies.” A suggestion followed asking if the group could cook something. The idea of what to prepare was narrowed down to strawberry muffins and chocolate ice cream. Strawberry muffins won the vote! The next day the group chopped, measured and mixed all the ingredients which produced a delicious treat. This sensory experience also covered a variety of curriculum areas including math, science, literacy, motor development and a collaborative group effort.

Yesterday, the ACP faculty spent the morning visit

Yesterday, the ACP faculty spent the morning visiting the Princeton Junior School. We were thoroughly inspired by our visit to the beautiful spaces of PJS! We would like to express our gratitude to Mrs. Clark and the wonderful faculty and staff of PJS for hosting us. During our visit, we came away with many new ideas that we will be implementing back at ACP. Since both schools share a similar philosophy and pedagogy, we found great validation in observing how another organization executed similar concepts. We value the opportunity to take time out to observe, learn, and collaborate with other professional educators in our field.

Thank You @princetonjuniorschool

We All Voted! Yesterday at ACP we held a school wi

We All Voted!
Yesterday at ACP we held a school wide snack election. Campaign posters lined the hallway. It was a race between Ice Pops and Fruit Bars. Each candidate had a catchy slogan but it was up to the student body to decide the winner. Every student in ACP casted his/her vote in the voting booth(which was built by the 5 Morning Nursery Class) and placed their choice in the ballot box and received an “I Voted!” sticker decorated by the All Day & Primary Classes. After all the votes were in, it was up to the Primary Class to help sort, tally and report the school wide winner. It was a landslide victory, 52 votes to 13 votes. To culminate the morning festivities, the whole school enjoyed the snack of choice all together….POPSICLES!

Merriment With Mud! Mud kitchens stimulate imagina

Merriment With Mud!
Mud kitchens stimulate imagination and creativity as well as engaging children of a wide range of ages in valuable play. While participating in the play, children are also developing their fine motor skills, exploring their surroundings, connecting with nature, and enhancing their social skills. Besides, it is just wonderful fun!

“The man who has no imagination has no wings.” – Muhammad Ali

At ACP we believe that “Children Are Born Curiou

At ACP we believe that “Children Are Born Curious”
and we encourage and support that curiosity each
and every day!

Professional Roundtable
Last Saturday it was ACP’s turn to host a NJEEPRE (New Jersey Educators Exploring the Practices of Reggio Emilia) roundtable. Teachers from throughout the state attended and they were able to tour our beautiful campus and talk with our teachers. The discussions focused on how projects evolve, documentation, and outdoor classrooms. The visitors were also given the opportunity to experience our West Yard environment.
The intention was for all who attended to enhance their teaching practices and to encourage them to explore new ways to connect with nature in their own school settings.

https://www.njeepre.org/

Pinata Party Day! Today was the day! Decorations

Pinata Party Day!
Today was the day! Decorations were hung, tables were set, and special snacks were enjoyed. Children played games throughout the classrooms (including outdoors!)and then returned to fill their class pinata. The grand finale… all the pinatas were smashed and everyone filled their bags with treasures. (The pinata shapes this year were a tire swing, pumpkin and two different dinosaurs!) Thanks to all the families for their pinata stuffer donations! A fun time was had by all!

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