Chicago Summer Series: Eclectic Attractions in South Loop
Fall is around the corner but we want to make sure you get in your fill of summer fun while there is still time! For this “Chicago Summer Series,” we will be diving into the dynamic South Loop. Due to its recent residential and commercial development boom, the South Loop has really made a name…
Chicago Summer Series: Uncover the History of Hyde Park
Hyde Park is an abundant neighborhood filled with historical attractions and breathtaking architecture where one can certainly spend a whole day exploring. The area is home to some of the world’s best museums, famous homes, up-and-coming restaurants and one of the most notable universities. Here are few spots we suggest you check out with your…
Chicago Summer Series: Panoramic Views of Pilsen
If you’re looking for Chicago destinations rich in history, art and culture, Pilsen should be high on your list. This neighborhood on the city’s Southwest side may be small, but it’s densely packed with must-sees. This past school year, first-grade students watched a video about Ellis Island, which sparked a fantastic discussion about why people…
Join us at the Bucktown Garden Walk!
Bennett Day School is the proud sponsor of the Bucktown Garden Walk Children’s Area! We will be on-site at Churchill Park on July 15-16 from 10am-1pm. Join us to mix and mingle with the Bennett Day community and participate in some nature-inspired play. This event is particularly special for us as some of our very own BDS…
Learning through pasta and a progressive approach
The beauty in students and teachers constructing the learning together is that it allows children’s curiosity to guide the investigation and learning. Recently, our class discovered our shared interest in pasta after one of the students built a pasta factory out of building blocks. At first, we brought in different pasta from our homes and…
Diversity: Culture Through Sharing
Family Share at Bennett Day School Once a year, each one of our families leads a classroom Morning Meeting to share and teach their child’s class about a unique aspect of their family traditions. The Family Share is approximately 20 minutes, and can focus on anything that a family does together, from everyday routines and…
Northwestern University Learning Scientists Partner with Bennett Day School
Collaboration over ‘design thinking’ benefits both sides CHICAGO, Ill. – What happens when inventive children work side by side with university students on a design problem? Northwestern University researchers are testing the idea with Chicago’s Bennett Day School, an innovative partnership that aims to redefine what a traditional laboratory school might look like. The initiative brings…
Winter Twilight in Our Community
—by Kate Cicchelli and Meg Fitzgerald Last Friday, we hosted our 3rd Annual Winter Twilight event, and evening of reading and family gathering inspired by Italy’s Reggio Narra, a citywide event dedicated to the concept of narrative. Throughout the town of Reggio Emilia, for one day a year, parents, teachers, civic leaders, community members, open…
The 10 Best Winter Books for Kids
Winter Reading Round Up: Faculty Book Recommendations As the days get colder, snuggling up next to your child with a delightful book becomes more and more appealing. We compiled a list of some of our classroom’s favorite winter reads that your child will love. We find that books makes fantastic gifts during the holiday season as…
