The Northville Public Schools Early Childhood Center is a Regio based program, meaning the project approach is used.  Teachers observe the children's interests and lessons are flexibly planned around the children, with input from the children.

Keeping in mind  the use of technology in the classroom, we began by using a digital camera to document the children's work.  We photographed their shape collages, tiling with shapes, use of pattern blocks and making shape books. We gradually introduced the class to preschool software . They were able to draw shapes on the computer as we printed their work. Finally, we gave them an assignment to work on at home.  We asked parents to help the children explore shapes both inside and outside of their homes.Using a digital camera, regular camera and/or scanner, the children photographed a variety shapes in their world and presented them to the class at group time.  The children were proud of their work, and parents reported that their children showed an increase in recognition of and awareness of shapes.
 

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• Calendar of Events
• Additional Examples of Student Work
• Unit Plans