Raji and Jenny's Kindergarten class has been studying airplanes and invited our class to visit and share in their learning. We first gathered together on the rug and the kindergartners shared their study with us. We noticed that the classroom had been transformed into a really cool airport and we learned about the different parts of the airport that had been recreated in the classroom. From the station where the boarding passes are given out,to the security of the baggage and the screening areas, to the food stand, to the control tower and ultimately into the amazing airplane ... what a tour we experienced! Each of the kindergarten children had a specific job in one of the airport stations that was necessary to secure our safe flight. The children constructed an incredible , large airplane where they were able to go inside the plane and feel the sensation of flying! A running UTube video of a flight simulation on an i-pad was attached to the outside to the plane window. Peering out of the windows of the plane, the children were then able to feel what it would be like to be in the air.
Each child partnered with a kindergarten friend who gave them a personal tour of the airport. The experience of children teaching children builds self- confidence and a true sense of community. The kindergartners felt great pride in sharing their learning and the connections we observed were heartwarming. Raji played guitar and the children joined together in singing a really beautiful song about flying, peace and joy.
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