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 | Kaupapa Māori, Kindness, Relationships, Tracking Learning
A two-part Learning Story. From the very beginning, Zara has been wrapped in the pōkeka of her whānau embrace and enveloped in a cloak of aroha, and empathy. This pōkeka has been carefully woven to take the shape of her as she learns and grows, providing her with... 
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... 
by Claire | Mar 27, 2023 | Art and Creativity, Kaupapa Māori, Relationships
One of the things that I love about Te Whāriki, is the recognition of mokopuna as holistic, spiritual beings. It is hard to capture with words just how deeply a moment can make an impression on me, as a kaiako. We have the privilege of coming alongside mokopuna and as... 
by Claire | Mar 27, 2023 | Dispositions, Environment, Kaupapa Māori
“Just like Maui mohoi, who was resourceful, resilient, and determined when he took on the challenge of slowing the sun, Arlo you took on the challenge of riding a bike knowing that this goal could be conquered in the same way that Maui slowed the sun, with grit...