The combination of needing to focus on homeschooling the older boys and our desire for him to be immersed in the Spanish language drove our search to find a preschool for Joel. It's actually harder than we thought to find a place where he would be immersed in the language. Most schools here are bilingual and many of the recommended schools are in English nearly full time. However, one day as we were exploring a nearby neighborhood we saw a sign for "Green Minds Kinder" and decided to visit. It is a small childcare run in the backyard of the director's home. They have about 3 classes of kids and around 6 teachers. The director has three boys and has clearly set up the playspace with active and creative play in mind. Among other things, she has available wheelbarrows, ropes, a large pvc pipe, and a trampoline. There are small classrooms where they sing songs and have their lessons. Joel attends every morning from 8-12 and although the adjustment went fairly smoothly, I'm sure there are moments when he feels confused and misses being with us. One of the teachers speaks English to the children but I know he misses the ease of connection through a common language with the others. However, his teachers are very warm and it's clear Joel has a special place in their hearts.
Sunday, November 15, 2015
Life Learning Lab: Spanish for Joel
The combination of needing to focus on homeschooling the older boys and our desire for him to be immersed in the Spanish language drove our search to find a preschool for Joel. It's actually harder than we thought to find a place where he would be immersed in the language. Most schools here are bilingual and many of the recommended schools are in English nearly full time. However, one day as we were exploring a nearby neighborhood we saw a sign for "Green Minds Kinder" and decided to visit. It is a small childcare run in the backyard of the director's home. They have about 3 classes of kids and around 6 teachers. The director has three boys and has clearly set up the playspace with active and creative play in mind. Among other things, she has available wheelbarrows, ropes, a large pvc pipe, and a trampoline. There are small classrooms where they sing songs and have their lessons. Joel attends every morning from 8-12 and although the adjustment went fairly smoothly, I'm sure there are moments when he feels confused and misses being with us. One of the teachers speaks English to the children but I know he misses the ease of connection through a common language with the others. However, his teachers are very warm and it's clear Joel has a special place in their hearts.
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