We were invited to ‘upcycling day’ and arrived at a gym filled with craft supplies, toilet paper tubes, plastic containers, tissue boxes, etc. where the entire school worked on their various inventions. Together.
They patiently waited in line asking politely for the community volunteers to hot glue the base to their rocket. They helped each other brainstorm ideas. They shared materials. They created whatever their imagination allowed….microphones, spaceships, robots!
They learned about science, art, math and more. At the end, they all worked together to tidy the gym and sort the items for recycling.
It was amazing to see over 75 kids playing and working together, without a moment of chaos.
This is where my boys need to spend their elementary school days.
Close to their home. Close to their community.
Tara J.