Wonder goes beyond cause and effect in the classroom. Wonder is the culmination of curiosity and imagination.
Taking the time to observe, question, and develop new perspectives, children find that joyous spark of wonder.
As the children develop their simple understandings of the world around them, they are encouraged to go deeper into their learning with active experimentation.
Using all their senses to explore all the possibilities, they are continually surprised and captivated by their own realizations.
Wonder is the fuel of first-time discoveries that moves children towards internal growth.
For example, children explored the wonder of light and dark first, utilizing cause and effect, i.e. a light switch or day and night, then growing into shadows, reflection, and transparency allowed children to delight in their curiosities.
