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Philippines: Preschool/Kindergarten Learning Resources

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Philippines Preschool/Kindergarten Learning Resource Ideas

The Reggio, Steiner (Waldorf), and Montessori principles place a strong emphasis on the child’s environment, cultural context, and the natural world around them. Incorporating these within the Filipino context would be a wonderful blend of international pedagogy and the rich heritage of the Philippines.

New Resources

  1. Manipulatives & Sensorial Materials:
    • Montessori geometric solids and color tablets
    • Texture tiles using native materials like abaca or coconut husk
    • Steiner-inspired natural wooden blocks
  2. Language Materials:
    • Sandpaper letters in both English and Filipino (Baybayin script could be an interesting addition)
    • Moveable alphabets in multiple Philippine languages
    • Waldorf storytelling dolls based on Filipino folklore like Maria Makiling or the tales of the moon and stars
  3. Practical Life Materials (Montessori):
    • Rice scooping and pouring setups (given rice’s centrality in Filipino cuisine)
    • Dressing frames with traditional attire like baro’t saya or barong Tagalog clasps and buttons
    • Weaving exercises using native materials
  4. Mathematical Materials (Montessori & Waldorf):
    • Bead chains and spindles in Montessori settings
    • Waldorf counting pebbles or shells from Philippine beaches
  5. Natural Materials:
    • Shells from Philippine islands
    • Leaves, fruits, and seeds from indigenous trees like narra and mango
    • Rocks and minerals from various regions of the Philippines
  6. Arts and Crafts:
    • Watercolor painting sets (as emphasized in Waldorf education)
    • Traditional Filipino craft kits like parol (Christmas lantern) making
    • Simple embroidery kits inspired by local designs
  7. Music & Movement:
    • Local instruments like kulintang, rondalla instruments, or bamboo instruments
    • Traditional Filipino children’s songs and dances
    • Props for tinikling, a traditional bamboo dance
  8. Cultural & Science Materials (Montessori & Reggio):
    • Montessori puzzle maps of the Philippines, showcasing provinces and major landmarks
    • Reggio-inspired light tables with Filipino artifacts
    • Life cycle sets of endemic animals like the Philippine eagle or tarsier
  9. Books & Literacy:
    • Filipino children’s stories and folktales
    • Books by local authors emphasizing native flora, fauna, and culture
  10. Outdoor Equipment:
    • Gardening tools for cultivating local plants like calamansi or malunggay
    • Traditional games like sungka or patintero setups
    • Sand and water play setups

Recycled Resources

  1. Old Filipiniana Clothes: For art projects, dress-up, or sensory exploration.
  2. Used Newspapers or Magazines: For collage, papier-mâché, or image identification.
  3. Bamboo Scraps: For arts, crafts, or structural projects.
  4. Empty Coconut Shells: As containers, musical instruments, or for craft.
  5. Cardboard from Local Goods: For art projects or play items.
  6. Dried Seeds (e.g., mung beans): For counting, sorting, or crafts.
  7. Old Handwoven Baskets: For storage or as practical life tools.
  8. Used Jars or Bottles: For sensory jars, storage, or art projects.

Local Resources & Crafts (Philippines-specific)

  1. Capiz Shell Crafts: Reflecting the traditional windowpane material in many Filipino homes.
  2. Weaving Kits: Using materials like abaca or nito.
  3. Banig (Handwoven Mats): For storytelling, rest, or play.
  4. Handmade Paper from Local Plants: Such as rice or abaca, for art and craft.
  5. Batik and Tie-Dye Kits: Inspired by local Mindanao designs.
  6. Pottery and Clay: Reflecting traditional pottery regions like Vigan.
  7. Sinamay Crafts: Using this handwoven material for various projects.

Incorporating local traditions, materials, and practices within the Reggio, Steiner, and Montessori framework allows Filipino children to connect deeply with their own heritage while also benefiting from internationally recognized educational principles. The fusion of these approaches provides a holistic and culturally enriched early education.

 

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