Welcome to Kitah Alef! We'd like to invite you to take a peek into the activities occurring in our beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces.
In the classroom we have areas and materials conducive for open-ended play and skill building. Table toys promote hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and concentration.
Sensory bags and bottles provide stimulating tactile feedback and are one way to bring nature into the classroom. They can be filled with just about anything and give insight into scientific properties like sinking or floating, color mixing, or sound. Mirrors add light and dimension to materials (and children love to look at themselves!).
The library is a cozy spot for looking at books or just "chilling out." Book familiarity fosters literacy and helps children learn about the world around them.
Art is a time for experimentation with different mediums, textures and effects. It is best as a process, allowing the children to interpret the matter as they see fit.
Throughout the day we practice self-help and responsibility routines, such as clearing away our own snack plates and pushing in our chairs. This encourages independence and the gratification of a job well done.
Outdoors is an extension of our classroom where the children can run, jump and exercise their gross motor muscles. Our beautiful, organic playground offers plenty of opportunities for observation and interaction with nature.
Stay tuned for more windows into the learning and growing occurring each day at school.
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