Once again we have re-designed our space to better accommodate our large Brightlinks (which is attached to a cart and laptop). Not only will we now have improved access to our Brightlinks technology, but the new design also offers more open space for building and dramatic play, as well as a more defined space for the arts-have to thank my wonderful colleagues for that one!
This will be my third year in room 1 and since then we have changed the room design five times! Reason being? Well, for us it's all about the functionality and the flow of the space, and not so much for us educators, but for the children. For example, I could have certainly lived with any previous classroom set-ups, but through observation and interacting with the children we were finding the space was just not working for their play. And sometimes this happens. Physical classroom size, number of children, children's interest etc. these are all factors that will influence how your room will look like, and like us, sometimes it takes a few arrangements to get it just right. I do love this most recent new set up; it looks and FEELS inviting. I am so excited to see how the children will take to it come September.
P.S. pics to come
Inspired by the Reggio approach? Interested in some basics on how to set-up your classroom with this approach in mind? Take a peek at this link that I stumbled upon. Hopefully you will be inspired and motivated to perhaps start thinking about getting ready for September.
http://missreggio.blogspot.ca/2013/05/5-tips-for-setting-up-your-classroom.html
