Dive into our curated collection of articles, videos, and project ideas to enrich your understanding and practice.
In the Atelier: Displaying and Documenting Children’s Artwork
Clay creations tell powerful stories in our classroom studios. While traditional shelving has its place, there are many creative ways to capture and share children's experiences with this versatile material.
In the Atelier: 5 Natural Clay Projects Mini-Guide
We’re excited to announce the release of our latest resource: the Mini Guide: 5 Natural Clay Play Projects for Ages Preschool to 1st Grade. This guide is designed to help young children explore, create, and develop through the magical medium of clay.
Educator Spotlight: Jenny Bravo
Jenny Bravo has served as a teacher for two-year-olds at Tree Top Academy, a Reggio Emilia inspired school in Jupiter Florida, since 2023. Her talent in incorporating the Reggio Emilia Approach into teaching, by nurturing children's interests, has left us impressed. Learn more about Jenny in the interview below.
3 Ways to Document Children’s Clay Artwork
If you have utilized clay in your classroom studio, you may have encountered challenges in creatively showcasing it beyond conventional shelves or tables. Given clay's significance in the Reggio Emilia Philosophy, we have compiled 3 fun ways to document and share your students work.
The Heart of Learning: Parent Involvement in the Reggio Emilia Inspired Approach
An article to inform and encourage parent involvement in the Reggio Emilia inspired setting.
The Magic of Clay:How Clay Play Enhances Learning
At our Reggio Emilia inspired school, we believe in the extraordinary power of play to inspire and educate. One of the most enchanting materials we use is clay. This simple, tactile medium opens a world of creativity and learning for our children.
Parents as Partners:Creating an At Home Clay Atelier
Creating a Reggio Emilia-inspired clay atelier at home can be a delightful and enriching experience for your child. This mini guide will help you set up a space that encourages creativity, exploration, and learning through play.
In the Atelier: Painting with Plants
The Reggio Emilia philosophy encourages children to utilize everyday items as potential art and building materials. With this idea in mind…
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Recommended Reading
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The Hundred Languages of Children: The Reggio Emilia Experience in Transformation
by Carolyn Edwards, Lella Gandini, George Forman
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Working in the Reggio Way: A Beginner's Guide for American Teachers
by Julianne P. Wurm
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Bringing Reggio Emilia Home
by Louise Boyd Cadwell
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In the Spirit of the Studio: Learning from the Atelier of Reggio Emilia (Early Childhood Education Series)
by Lella Gandini, Lynn Hill, Louise Boyd Cadwell, Charles S. Schwall
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Visible Learners: Promoting Reggio-Inspired Approaches in All Schools
by Mara Krechevsky, Ben Mardell, Melissa Rivard, Daniel Wilson
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Making Thinking Visible
by Ron Ritchhart, Mark Church, Karin Morrison