How do we as a community develop rituals that create memories? "The human family thrives on rituals and celebrations...Rituals may be simple or elaborate and consciously or not, they are created with a longing to honor or create a memory, often employing symbolic gestures or objects. Children quickly come to understand the notion of a party, but the symbolic importance of a ritual may not be uncovered until they explore this memory later in their lives." This explanation of the role of rituals comes from Learning Together With Young Children, the text the TBSCC faculty has been studying this summer. Specifically, we've been concentrating on a chapter focused on creating a nurturing classroom culture. As we think through using school rituals to create memories, we'd also like to consider children's home rituals. What do you do at home that creates memories for your child? Please share an idea with us.
Ellen, Thanks so much for inviting me to be a part of this Blog. I usually get the news from my wife, Sara, and I didn't realize until I was invited in directly that this method of learning news in my son's life in pre-school made me feel one step removed from what is happening. Thanks for connecting me directly. Best regards, Jeff
We have certain rituals that we do on a regular basis...special books or songs listened to during Daddy bedtime, family dance parties in the living room, and special events like a camp-out in the backyard. We also discuss experiences we are sharing together so they are more memorable for her.
Ellen,
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for inviting me to be a part of this Blog. I usually get the news from my wife, Sara, and I didn't realize until I was invited in directly that this method of learning news in my son's life in pre-school made me feel one step removed from what is happening. Thanks for connecting me directly.
Best regards,
Jeff
We have certain rituals that we do on a regular basis...special books or songs listened to during Daddy bedtime, family dance parties in the living room, and special events like a camp-out in the backyard. We also discuss experiences we are sharing together so they are more memorable for her.
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