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Sleep Over

" If teaching is to be effective with young children, it must assist them to advance on the way to independence." - Maria Montessori-  A preschool story about being pushed out from their comfort zone (home) and learning about independence. It started one afternoon, the 20th of April.... They walked back to school with their parent/s beside them.  Excited about the sleep over that's precious as a gem!    They entered the room with their parents to set up their beddings, laid down the pillow, stuff toys, and books for the night readings.   Some performed a little crazy stunts, amusing laughter and loud shrieks, Which I anticipated as a teacher, to be nervous coping techniques!  When setting up was done, we documented the night,  With a lovely group photo of me, the students and parents on site.    They said their goodnight, sleep tight,  don't let the bed bugs bite.  Off they went and that's the start of change, that  happened th...

A trip to the moon

Science Technology Engineering Maths DSKI School on the Moon The Preschoolers traveled to the moon today.  With the help of the astronauts, the space ship was launched. We got lost in time, but we patiently waited. Finally, we landed on the moon.  Being taken with us is our version of the Bio Regenerative Life Support System to create a living environment for the plants and animals.    We made sure that the students and teachers who will be on the moon will survive for months with enough supply of nourishment.    We also brought with us supplies of protein bars, fruits, cookies, candies, nuts, and food in cans.  In order to ensure that we will be able to provide enough food and have the right amount of production, we did a survey back on earth.  The students found out about the following information: Total number of people going to the moon People who have allergies Food preferences Amount of water consumed in a day The space ship was f...