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An early childhood classroom should reinforce and enhance young children's sense of belonging and connection to their environment, each other, their families, and their community. This book invites educators and administrators to rethink the traditional classroom, with inspirational examples showing how to weave elements that reflect each center's community into the classroom design. Colorful photos show what teachers can do to encourage a sense of community unique to each classroom. Easy-to-implement… More »

A beautiful, gently curved interpretation of the traditional school desk, the Sense of Place Personal Desk provides elementary-aged students with a designated space that will encourage focus and concentration. Flexible and unique, these desks can be combined in various configurations to create a modular classroom system. Adjustable legs allow for use across multiple grade levels and is available with or without 2"H locking casters. Desk measures 32"W x 22"D and with legs that adjust… More »

When was the last time you got down on your hands and knees to see your classroom from a child's height? Research shows that effective early childhood classroom design begins from the ground up. Classroom design is a crucial component of an effective learning environment. This book brings a new approach to classroom design that begins and ends with the child's viewpoint. Each chapter details how the classroom environment influences children's learning, and the authors provide specific examples of… More »