In a large mixing bowl combine…
A whole cup of CURIOSITY
(I am a child, I am naturally curious)
A dash or three of RELEVANCE
(I learn best when what I am learning is meaningful to my own experiences in the physical world)
A pint of INTEREST
(I am most motivated to learn when I am engaged and interested in the topic at hand)
A good dose of VARIETY
(I like to learn things in lots of different ways)
A smidgen of PURPOSE
(I like you to know that I can be helpful)
A heaped tablespoon of PROBLEM SOLVING
(to really get me thinking)
A litre of ACTIVE, HANDS ON DOING
(it is through active interaction with objects, places and people that I acquire knowledge)
And more than pinch of PLAYFUL FUN.
Stir together with…
TIME
(to explore, experience, grow and mature)
An INTERESTED ADULT
(to guide, pose challenges and push my thinking further)
And FRIENDS to learn alongside
(sharing with others helps to reinforce my own learning)
…and you have a RECIPE FOR LEARNING!
Christie Burnett is an early childhood teacher, presenter, writer and the editor of Childhood 101. More importantly, she is a Mum who believes wholeheartedly in the value of children learning through play, the importance of quality early education, and the togetherness of family.
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