In this discussion I took away many questions to ponder of our year and our goals as family, classroom and student.
- How do we ensure each child is being both challenged and feeling successful in their math, writing, and reading development?
- What measures are in place to hold each child accountable for their learning?
- How do we develop routine and experience to create an environment in which children nurture their own inquiries and their ability to question?
- What does a balance between self and external motivation truly look like?
- What do children want from homework?
On Friday morning I had the most wonderful discussion with our friends. While reviewing our math homework I discussed with students how to best complete their homework. Many students enjoy working on the homework while parents are nearby cooking or working. Other friends prefer that their parents sit with them as they work to understand what each question is asking.
Students learned from this week that they must work on the homework each evening because Thursday night was not enough time to complete the packet. They also learned how to mark confusing sections with a question mark, and they shared their strategies together during Math Discussion at the rug.
I reviewed with students that the homework is due at the end of each week and that they must attempt each section so that Homework Review on Friday can be the most productive! When children have voice and space to contribute to their learning routines, they have so much more ownership and self-motivation.
I invite all families to review the Curriculum Tab on our website to see Standards and Benchmarks and a yearlong curriculum map. If you have experiences, literature or ideas to contribute to these areas of inquiry, I invite them.
It will be great to see you on Sunday, September 25th from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. at the Willowwind Harvest Festival.
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