|  | Teaching Philosophy |  |
Teaching through Literature Teachers from Oz Active Learning Hands on Learning Working as a Team Making our World a Better Place |  | I believe: in the team concept: It encourages unity, provides support, and establishes continuity among families, children and teachers. children should be active participants in their own learning: They need hands-on experiences, real world instruction, activities which require application of the skills taught and exposure to a wide array of learning experiences. in different learning styles: Children do not learn in the same ways, therefore, the curriculum should be designed and formulated in an interdisciplinary manner in order to allow for and encourage diversity among learners. reading, writing, and problem solving assist every level of the curriculum: Literature-based reading, daily creative writing, and critical thinking are essential lifelong skills, and are an integral part of a well-founded curriculum. the parental partnership is paramount to educational success: Open, honest communication and involvement is essential to the success of children and their learning. that high expectations encourage each child to strive to achieve: Belief in one's abilities, self-esteem and pride accompany accomplishments. |  | Teachers from Oz Brooks Elementary teachers team together and read the delightful story, The Wizard of Oz. Hands on Learning Brooks Students learning about the art of quilt making. Making our World a Better Place You and I working together with your child, can insure a better tomorrow. These children are our future!