The Third Teacher
Children have three teachers… Their parents & families, their teachers & peers, and their environment.
The latter is termed The Third Teacher by Loris Malaguzzi, founder of the Reggio Emilia Philosophy.
A child's learning environment, be it at home or school, and the resources within it play an important role in how children learn. Together, space, materials & mood make The Third Teacher a place of exploration and discovery. Children feel a sense of belonging when they step into an environment that is inviting, warm and aesthetically beautiful.
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The Oak School - Lakewood, Colorado
Rocky Mountain Reggio aims to support teachers and administrators to develop their views of children and childhood, and supports schools to develop beautiful learning environments that bring their beliefs to life in their classrooms.
Guided by the Reggio Emilia Approach, I work with teams and individuals to design spaces that are...
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Welcoming & Aesthetically Pleasing
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Organic
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Following the development of each child
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Empowering children to be capable, confident & independent
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Promoting exploration, connection & collaboration through play
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Culturally Representative
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Focused on relationships, community building, families & traditions
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Natural
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Bringing the outside indoors
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Abundant in Purposeful Materials
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Thoughtfully selected & placed to promote inquiry, problem solving & creativity
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