this. is. why. i. love. the. multi-age. classroom.

our youngest student with one of our oldest.

connecting, honing compassion, learning new skills, modeling patience, finding common ground.
while there are no doubt challenges, this is the environment i find ideal.

making me cry…where did my baby go?
How much backroom shopping do I have to do for you to give me a CD will all of Elsie’s pictures? hee hee
We follow our state guidelines for a “preschool” which allows children who are at least 30 months and not yet in kindergarten (so if a child “waits a year” before starting, we can have children turn 6 while in our program).
my sweet girls…
Well illustrated, Kristin – thanks!
I just recently found your blog when looking for ideas for how to do school time with my 2 1/2 year old and I love the atmosphere you create for learning as well as the many projects you have on here. Thanks for sharing!
How old are the youngest and oldest in your class?
And I agree with Deborah. Your site continues to have the tastiest preschool teacher “eye candy” imaginable! =)
I love when the older kids “adopt” one of the younger ones for a day or week. They’re so gentle and thoughtful and the little one feels so special!
Love the photos!