Category Archives: reflections

Much of the beginning of this project took place virtually over Zoom, through email threads, and on Google Docs. When working on the content of the panels, a few groups of two educators met in person to collaborate. It was not until the content was finalized and we started working on the layout and designContinue reading “Work in Progress”

At a certain point in this process we had doubts about how audible the voice of the child was in the making of this exhibit. As a group we wondered how we could amplify their voices and ensure their fingerprints are on every piece of this exhibit. We had the idea of offering the fullContinue reading “Documenting the Children Experiencing the Full Exhibit: what we know now”

As we reflect on this journey of documentation, we realize how deeply influenced this process was by our piazza sessions with Tizianna Filippini. She inspired much thought about the complexity of relationships, of building community, of being ready to listen, and being ready to be surprised. Her words gave us courage, enough courage to documentContinue reading “The Children’s Role in this Process”

I have given a great deal of thought to the sounds and display tour. I’m not sure if I am answering the questions you are looking for, but here are my thoughts. My overall reaction was how much joy  the sounds of children bring me, especially as I age. Just listening to the little voicesContinue reading “Marion Felstead’s reflections”

I would just like to say how moved I was with your displays. They truly showed how connected your educators are with the children in your centre and how the simple things children do have so much meaning. And your documentation and interpretations were so child centred and beautifully presented. I especially liked the scribingContinue reading “Kelley Lapointe’s reflections”

Thank you so very much for inviting us to attend your recent event, The Gift of Togetherness.  In a world where we think we appreciate the impacts of a pandemic, your exhibit offered an old adage, yet a new perspective: out of the mouths of babes. The overall visual presentation was engaging – I really lovedContinue reading “Juli Heney’s reflection”

Why? For the rights of children, the rights of families, the rights of people, teachers, staff, and others who work beside children and families, to experience the best possible education experience every day of their lives. On listening: Carlina Rinaldi knew what she was writing about, thank you for your beautiful words that express howContinue reading “Gretchen Reynold’s reflections”

What emotions did this exhibit evoke in you? It is strange to articulate in writing. My emotions were a feeling of “this is a moment in time which mirrors loss and the unknown experiences of the past. A feeling of life at a standstill for months and the slow resurgence of hope, laughter and love.”Continue reading “Joely Smith’s reflections”

To get this project up and running we put in many hours of collaborative discussion. With one of our team members being out of the province for many weeks, and with our varied schedules during the day, most of our meetings took place virtually in the evenings. Over these meetings we decided what sound clipsContinue reading “Virtual Meetings: Planning an Exhibit over Zoom”