EarlyYearsLearning | ۿ۴ý | American International School - Wells Quality International Education at Reasonable Price Fri, 29 Nov 2024 02:58:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 /wp-content/uploads/2021/11/wells-logo-1-150x150.jpg EarlyYearsLearning | ۿ۴ý | American International School - Wells 32 32 Growing Gratitude: Celebrating Kindness and Reflection in Gratitude Month /news/growing-gratitude-celebrating-kindness-and-reflection-in-gratitude-month/ Wed, 20 Nov 2024 06:12:01 +0000 /?p=24933 During the first week of Gratitude Month, our students embraced the beauty of small acts of gratitude, beginning with simply saying “thank you” for the little things that bring joy and for the kindness shared by others. Early Years students read Gratitude is My Superpower, sparking conversations on how gratitude […]

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During the first week of Gratitude Month, our students embraced the beauty of small acts of gratitude, beginning with simply saying “thank you” for the little things that bring joy and for the kindness shared by others.

Early Years students read Gratitude is My Superpower, sparking conversations on how gratitude can be like a superpower in our daily lives. Inspired by the book, they created a “Gratitude Flower,” adding colorful petals that highlighted all the things they were thankful for—from sunny days to helpful friends—forming a beautiful class flower full of appreciation and joy. Our Primary Years students took it further by reflecting on their personal growth this year so far, writing how they have grown stronger, kinder or more patient on each petal of their own individual flowers.

To bring this theme to life, all students planted seeds, symbolizing how small acts and moments of gratitude, when nurtured, can grow into something beautiful, just like their own journeys of growth this year.

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Celebrating Cultural Diversity: A Show and Tell Journey Through ‘Where We Are in Place and Time /news/celebrating-cultural-diversity-a-show-and-tell-journey-through-where-we-are-in-place-and-time/ Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:28:03 +0000 /?p=24886 As part of our inquiry into the unit “Where We Are in Place and Time,” our students explored how different cultures are shaped by connections between people, comparing people from around the world, and various cultural expressions. To bring this learning to life, we recently hosted a special Show and […]

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As part of our inquiry into the unit “Where We Are in Place and Time,” our students explored how different cultures are shaped by connections between people, comparing people from around the world, and various cultural expressions. To bring this learning to life, we recently hosted a special Show and Tell event where families shared traditional costumes and traditional snacks or dishes from their cultural heritage. Each class had its own table displaying these items, and students from the other classes were invited to explore the displays, ask questions, and learn about the significance of the items. This hands-on experience helped students deepen their understanding of cultural diversity and how traditions vary across the world.

To make the event even more special, we collaborated with our Music Teacher to incorporate music from the cultures represented in our classes. Students listened to traditional songs and even danced together, experiencing the rhythm and joy of cultural celebrations. The Show and Tell event were a wonderful way to wrap up our unit, giving students the opportunity to connect with one another and share parts of their culture. We, the Homeroom Teachers of Nursery, K1A, and K1B, are thankful for the amazing participation from families and the chance for students to celebrate and learn from the diverse backgrounds of their classmates. I changed geography and traditions as cultural influences on the lines of inquiry.

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