Materials Literacy: Creating Strong Foundations

Branches Atelier is a Reggio Inspired preschool located in Culver City, California.

Branches Atelier

Materials Literacy: Creating Strong Foundations.   Saturday, 02/ 10/ 2024 - 9 am to 3 pm  Cost: $110

Presented by Christina Bianchi and Patricia Hunter McGrathIncludes Breakfast and some materials.Our new Branches Atelier workshop, Materials Literacy: Creating Strong Foundations, is designed for teachers, parents, and new atelieristas as a comprehensive introduction to the vital role of materials in early childhood education. Rather than focusing on individual materials, this day-long workshop aims to deepen educators' understanding of how to introduce new materials effectively, emphasizing the importance of caring for these materials as a fundamental aspect of their development into a language for children. Together, we will explore properties and attributes that come into play when choosing materials to support children in making connections and building relationships.Key Topics Discussed:<ol><li>How are new materials introduced in the classroom? By delving into strategies for introducing new materials in the classroom, participants will engage in hands-on activities and discussions to explore the significance of the initial introduction, considering factors such as cultivating an inquiry, making age-appropriate choices, and fostering curiosity.</li><li>How is caring for the materials essential to becoming a language?</li><li>What is the difference between developing an alphabet of materials and accessing them to develop thinking?</li><li>What does a materials-rich environment look like at different stages of development?</li></ol>Key Takeaways:<ul><li>Participants will discuss a nuanced understanding of the role of materials in early childhood settings.</li><li>Develop strategies for introducing and caring for materials, emphasizing their significance as a language for children.</li><li>Highlight the difference between providing materials and using them to stimulate critical thinking.</li><li>Cultivate practical approaches to integrating materials into long-term inquiries were discussed.</li><li>Gain insights into creating a materials-rich environment that evolves with children's development.</li></ul>Join us for a rich and immersive adult experience, equipping ourselves with the tools and insights to create dynamic, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environments for young children.

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