Loose Parts: Experimenting with the UnexpectedThe founder of the Reggio Emilia approach said, “The child has a hundred languages, a hundred hands, a hundred thoughts, a hundred ways...
The Peace ProcessYoung children are sponges who soak up knowledge from various resources. This includes, but is not limited to the environment around...
Exploring the SensesBuilding a mind disposed to scientific pursuits involves exploring the natural world in a meaningful way. By using a variety of senses,...
Birthday CelebrationsAt Raintree, we have many traditions to help us celebrate our students' birthdays. On their birthday, each child makes a special crown,...
Get to Know the CarrotsWhat a journey we take at the lunch table each day! Here is where we get acquainted with new foods, develop conversation skills and...
Autumn ProvocationAutumn is a magical time at Raintree. The forest comes to life with vibrant oranges, reds, yellows, and according to one student, “a...
Elementary Curriculum NightWe are excited to announce that Raintree will be hosting kindergarten and 1st/2nd grade classrooms for the 2022-23 school year! To learn...
The Story of the Lemon TreeFor those of you who don't know, Raintree has a lemon tree that lives next to the Kindergarten classroom. This is a resilient tree that...
Learning is MessyIn the "quiet" hallways of most schools, you'll find students sitting in chairs and tracing along dotted lines. Even in early childhood,...
Local Produce in NovemberBeing a green school is more than just turning the lights off when we leave a room. It also includes being good stewards of the crops...