I’m still feeling inspired from this morning’s Story Workshop Studio Book Club discussion. I’m so thankful to be part of this group! @sharrismackay Center for Playful Inquiry Matt Karlsen Langley Schools #storyworkshopstudio

I’m looking forward to using these two new resources with my class this week. We will take a closer look at our special rock collection.

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Exploring, building, and finding 2D shapes, 3D objects and stories in ice Taking a closer look with a digital microscope. What do you notice? What do you see when you take a closer look? What stories can you find in ice? @vancouverreggio #vradigital #think35 #sd35 #storyworkshop

I wasn’t able to make the session this morning. I look forward to joining in on another session soon...

“We need each other to stay emboldened.” Thank-you for your inspiration this evening. Center for Playful Inquiry Matt Karlsen @sharrismackay #storyworkshopstudio

I’m looking forward to delving into these new books! What a great way to start the new school year. I wonder what possibilities we will encounter? What affordances will we find in the materials? What connections will we make? What relationships will we find?

We made reservations months ago and this is where we’ll staying with our anxious rescue dog for the duration of our ferry ride. Thanks a lot BC Ferries

Vancouver School Board excited to be here for a week of joy, curiosities and hopes at the @vancouverreggio 2023 Canada Study Tour to Reggio Emilia after a 3 year wait! @jnovakowski38 Dr. Laurie MacGillivray Kocher Colleen Sturrock

Vancouver School Board @vancouverreggio #VRAstudygroup2023 day 1 - opened with quote by Heinz von Foerster “We shouldn’t talk about human being. Rather of becoming human.” - ecosystems of relationships, participation in school is a responsibility for everyone, child is competent… much more!

#VRAstudygroup2023 day 2 begins with from Jerome Bruner “Choosing one model of human mind over another is a choice with cultural, social and political relevance.” What are we choosing? Vancouver School Board @vancouverreggio @jnovakowski38 Colleen Sturrock Dr. Laurie MacGillivray Kocher

#VRAstudygroup2023 Day 2 visit at Nido Scuola Choreia where they their exploration in communication & photography. Our hearts, minds & stomachs were filled! Thank you for your generosity & welcome! Reggio Children @vancouverreggio @jnovakowski38 Dr. Laurie MacGillivray Kocher Colleen Sturrock

Finding circles for Pi Day in Reggio Emilia #piday #piday2023 #VRAstudygroup2023

Amazing outdoor learning spaces at the Sole infant-toddler centre in Reggio Emilia. #VRAstudygroup2023

Day 3 of #vrastudygroup2023 focus on the “cultures of families”where ‘different points of view and experiences are welcome’ - continuing dialogues during breaks over refreshments made by Pause cafe in the piazza! @vancouverreggio @jnovakowski38 Dr. Laurie MacGillivray Kocher Colleen Sturrock

Thanks to Dr. Laurie MacGillivray Kocher and others I got to learn about balsamic vinegar tonight through a multi-sensory immersive experience. I can now distinguish commercial balsamic from the aged, artisan product. #authentic #reggioemilis #gratitude

Love learning from the atelier and atelierista in #reggioemilia Today’s lecture on visual metaphors was important and moving. #inquiry #artseducation #professionaldevelopment

#VRAstudygroup2023 continued learning at Cavazzone baksamic vinegar house with tasting of different naturally aged balsamic vinegars and a 4 course Italian dinner highlighting balsamic vinegars. @vancouverreggio Colleen Sturrock Dr. Laurie MacGillivray Kocher @annieteaches Vancouver School Board

#VRAstudygroup2023 day 4 inspired by the culture of the atelier-where empathy, care, curiosities, joy and a sensitive eye to see beauty, the invisible and different relationships. Thank Reggio Children @vancouverreggio @jnovakowski38 Dr. Laurie MacGillivray Kocher @annieteaches Colleen Sturrock

This I know for sure -Love your students -Celebrate strengths & efforts -Find each child's special gifts -Develop deep profes knowledge -Read aloud daily -Connect reading & writing -Promote student choice -Show kindness daily -Become a significant influencer Make teaching matter.