The path of development
is a journey of discovery that is clear only in retrospect, and it’s rarely a
straight line.” ― Eileen Kennedy-Moore
There was no need for a term like ‘magical
thinking’ in the Golden Age of Man…there was only genuine everyday magic and
mysticism. Children were not mocked or scolded in those days for singing to the
rain or talking to the wind.” ― Anthon St. Maarten.
I choose these two
quotes because of what development stands for and the need to allow children
explore, especially in the area of play. I still feel that unstructured or
creative play, which is diminishing mostly in the developed world, contributes
so much to children development. Its importance should be reemphasised by
educators who understand that it facilitates social interaction, higher
cognitive development and creativity.
Note of
thanks.
I feel very happy to be
in this class and I am particularly grateful to have amazing colleagues with
same passion to help our little angels. It was a wonderful time of
collaboration these eight weeks. I sincerely appreciate all that contributed to
my blog starting from my dependable friends Towanda, Andrea, Jakaila and Keena
who have been there for me since the first course. And to you my new friends,
Carrie, Jennifer and Maria, your contributions have been meaningful. I pray
that we continue to share knowledge for more insight that will help us be the
best God expects from us. Once more thank you so much. Vivian.
Vivian
ReplyDeleteI love the first quote and would like to say that the path to development is a journey that is almost never a straight line:) I also agree with the fact that play contributes tremendously to the development of our children. So many teachers focus on reading and writing at such an early age, not realizing that childrens' eyes cant focus on such print until later, etc. If they don't play with puzzles and other manipulatives to develop the fine motor skills, how can they hold a pencil and write their name. You know it's really not rocket science but so many people act as though it is. You wouldn't give a new born baby food from the table....their is a reason things are done in stages! Hopefully, we can contribute to educating as many as possible in the future after completing this program. I have really enjoyed having you in this class as well Vivian. Your posts are always very interesting as well as informative. You have opened my eyes to things that we take for granted on a daily basis which people in your country are struggling to obtain. I wish you much success in everything you do. Thanks for all the powerful posts, the in depth discussions, and most of all your passion for helping improve the quality of life for our little ones......until next time, Towanda.
Thank you for your sweet thoughts, your contribution to this course has been greatly appreciated as well. Your first quote is one I have never heard before but one I hope I will not soon forget. Learning is different for every child, and I think sometimes our society forgets that and expects every child to be "normal." Thank you for providing me with that quote. I will be holding onto that for a long time. Thank you for providing me with such stimulating thoughts during this course.
ReplyDeleteHello, thank you you have been great as well. Your post are full of insight and knowledge. You truly know your subject of child development very well. Again, great job and I really enjoyed reading your blog. I wish you much success in everything that you do!!!
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