This week I had the opportunity to take my students on a field trip to Burns Bog. For many of them this was their first time there. I think that field trips are an excellent way to bring the students education to life. It helps them gain a deeper understanding of what they are learning about. It was really neat to watch them do Emily Carr inspired art in the bog. We had learnt a bit about her and her style and done some practice sketches in the classroom but the work that came from the bog was amazing. The students really got into the art and being in the forest which was a great example of how learning can benefit from exploring outside of the classroom.
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Inquiry (first presentations)
I think that the inquiry projects were a great resource of me as a teacher. I learnt so much from all of them but five things that stood out the most for me were:
- When creating math problems, especially word problems, make the problems relate to the students current knowledge and interests.
- Kids learn and speak in over 100 different ‘languages’ and as a teacher it is important to learn and listen to any of those different languages
- I was happy to learn more about Restorative Action in the schools and that it is spreading through out the Langley school district.
- To help children with anxiety have them help you prepare the night before for the next school day.
- To help children cope with anxiety remember to keep a relaxed face and tone so they don’t see you frustration