by Claire | Apr 15, 2023 | Dispositions, Environment, Learning Stories
“Whāia te iti kahurangi, ki te tuohu koe me he maunga teitei” Pursue that which is precious and do not be deterred by anything less than a lofty mountain. 
by Claire | Apr 15, 2023 | Dispositions, Environment, Learning Stories
Magic unfolded as Ruby and Dellow stayed completely absorbed in their play for such a long time. The construction grew each time I looked, as train tracks and the rainbow were shifted around to trial new ideas. This was mahi tahi in action, and it seemed that Ruby’s... 
by Claire | Mar 27, 2023 | Dispositions, Environment, Infants and Toddlers, Kaupapa Māori
Here is one of our teina, deeply immersed in the flow of learning. Mana aotūroa and mana atua are flourishing as she has the freedom to explore in ways that are meaningful to her. 
by Claire | Mar 27, 2023 | Dispositions, Environment
Willow uses determination and tenacity to achieve her goal of climbing up a very tricky challenge. Her bravery has grown so much over the short time we have known her! 
by Claire | Mar 27, 2023 | Dispositions, Environment, Relationships
I wrote this learning story to celebrate the way these boys managed their play, and how a balanced mauri is growing their ability to learn. Mahi tahi is magical to witness for all that it enables. These boys spend hours in the sandpit, and being immersed in this type... 
by Claire | Mar 27, 2023 | Dispositions, Environment, Kaupapa Māori
I often think of learning stories as incredible avenue for weaving together different voices to create an intricate and deeply connected image of the child. Lived experiences that occur across times and spaces are brought to life inside thoughtfully written narrative...