“Kitchen: A Place of Relationship”

The Indigo Room, Toddler Class

The children in the Indigo Room have a strong interest in playing in the kitchen. It is not surprising to us, as this space is familiar to them in their homes, and it holds exciting things to explore. After observing the intense interest in the mud kitchen on the Outdoor Classroom, the teachers in the Indigo Room rearranged the classroom environment to add a kitchen and dining area. Working in a kitchen gives young children the opportunity to do the things they see adults do: mix, stir, combine, create, clean, organize and imagine. In addition, they have a chance to serve others, offer, and invite others into the play. This supports creativity, self-expression, life and social skills. It invites children to make choices, act out feelings, make connections and engage in language development.

It is a beautiful way to support the development of relationships, allowing us to get closer to the children’s thinking and have fun while we are doing it!

The Spirit of the Season

The Spirit of the Season