Rooted in Learning

Parents often wonder, "What will a typical day look like for my child?" At The Little School, each day is designed with purpose—balancing structure and spontaneity to create a joyful, engaging, and...
- Progressive Education Insights

For over 65 years, families have chosen The Little School for its unique blend of progressive educational approach, a strong sense of community and a deep connection to the natural world. But what...
- Progressive Education Insights

Training, planning and curriculum can only do so much for a teacher. No amount of reading the insights of educational theorists, carefully detailing lesson plans or thoughtfully setting up a...
- Progressive Education Insights

When I reflect on what is most important to me as an educator, I land time and again on student voice and belonging. Each year, I work hard to build a safe, purposeful learning community where...
- Learning in Action

"We do not want to teach children something that they can learn by themselves. We do not want to give them thoughts that they can produce by themselves. What we want to do is activate within...
- Cultivating Curiosity & Creativity

Katie Warden teaches 4th and 5th grade students at TLS. When asked how multiplication and division are taught in 4th and 5th grade at TLS, she created the video below. While it was specifically...
- Learning in Action

“A rainy day is the perfect time for a walk in the woods.” – Rachel Carson Rain, rain, go away Come again another day Many of us have heard this popular English language nursery rhyme, and some of...
- Cultivating Curiosity & Creativity

The Dust Bowl – Balloons – Stories of Survival – Dakota Access Pipeline Protests – World Records – Athletic Endurance – Literary Classics – The Black Lives Matter Movement – Erosion – Monuments –
- Cultivating Curiosity & Creativity
Rooted in Learning is a resource for families who believe that education should be as dynamic as their child’s curiosity. Designed for parents and educators exploring independent schools, our blog offers thoughtful perspectives on the role of nature, creativity, and curiosity-driven learning in a child’s early development. Whether you’re researching preschool and elementary school options, considering a school transition, or simply looking for ways to understand your child’s learning experience, our blog offers expert perspectives and actionable insights. Rooted in The Little School’s vision of fostering sustainability, justice, and joy, our blog helps you explore the benefits of blended indoor/outdoor education, social-emotional growth tied to intellectual growth, and teaching that inspires a mindset of lifelong learning—so you can confidently choose the right environment where your child can thrive.
