tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post958332899191746330..comments2024-03-26T07:07:14.304-07:00Comments on Teacher Tom: Problem Solving In Our Outdoor ClassroomTeacher Tomhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14606781724784785338noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post-28797600556968093452011-03-29T08:47:52.132-07:002011-03-29T08:47:52.132-07:00I was just surfing around and got this post. I mus...I was just surfing around and got this post. I must say it was really very interesting post. I found your blog very nice and that's why I have saved it for the future visits.dpc creamhttp://www.solvingdamp.co.uk/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post-24519445219870274032010-04-05T20:43:22.118-07:002010-04-05T20:43:22.118-07:00Hi I saw your blog. You have done a good job, I re...Hi I saw your blog. You have done a good job, I really liked your blog and very informative. I believe that many visitors will find it very useful to yousewa mobilhttp://www.fortunerentcar.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post-31480268023816692972010-04-02T15:15:31.964-07:002010-04-02T15:15:31.964-07:00Too much going on is better than nothing going on ...Too much going on is better than nothing going on :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post-66508773766827883432010-04-02T12:47:41.248-07:002010-04-02T12:47:41.248-07:00Yet another great post, thanks Tom.
Do you not th...Yet another great post, thanks Tom.<br /><br />Do you not think that working with pre-schoolers is one problem solver after another?<br /><br />I'm interested that you feel the need to have a cover on your sandpit and impressed at the sheer effort involved to ensure one has been created. There are ways and means for other however...<br /><br />1) Netting works well in that animals don't like getting caught up with it.<br />2) Sonic repellents (buy from a garden centre) are effective at deterring cats, dogs, foxes and other animals<br />3) Raking the sand before one leaves at night (this can be a job for a child) means that any disturbance the next day can be monitored<br />4) Always keep the cover off during the day - sandpits need to breathe to keep healthy!<br /><br />Best wishes<br />Juliet<br /><br />PS I've got some good free info sheets about sandpits should anyone want the info, please email me via my website www,creativestarlearning.co.ukJuliet Robertsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07035975039896986525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post-55746179080937167422010-04-01T19:45:06.238-07:002010-04-01T19:45:06.238-07:00Okay cool that doesn't sound too complicated ....Okay cool that doesn't sound too complicated ... (As long as we can call on you for back tuition that is!) :)Play for Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08475920387209134195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post-27761399965890727542010-04-01T19:11:21.219-07:002010-04-01T19:11:21.219-07:00I have to say, Donna, that dismantling and reassem...I have to say, Donna, that dismantling and reassembling our pump is very easy. I inherited it in a not working condition and just took it apart one day to see if I could figure out how to fix it. They are simple machines and you have to be able to take them apart and put back together if you are going to have one in your life because you need to replace the leather fittings at least once a year. These are a pair of leather parts that create the seals around the moving parts that in turn create suction. They gradually wear out and have to be replaced.Teacher Tomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14606781724784785338noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post-33299539356429079612010-04-01T18:32:47.102-07:002010-04-01T18:32:47.102-07:00Thanks for the heads up on the water pump Tom. We...Thanks for the heads up on the water pump Tom. We've been wanting to introduce one into the Hush Garden but we might just need to plan things a little better first. We girls have certainly learned a lot about repairing all sorts of things around kinder but the thought of having to pull that pump apart to clear the sand out ... and like your children ours WILL be tempted to put sand into it ... well, hmmm ... don't know that water pump repairs is included on our list of natural talents!! :) :)Play for Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08475920387209134195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post-20426756054388921912010-04-01T17:21:18.912-07:002010-04-01T17:21:18.912-07:00Hi Tom....interesting that you went to a permeable...Hi Tom....interesting that you went to a permeable cover area, rather than a non-permeable cover and water "irrigation" system. Knowing your abilities with tubes and useful-machine construction, I would have expected a piped rainwater fountain off a plexiglass roof... :)<br /><br />We also struggle with the rain. Being in a foret beside a slough on the west coast means everything is wet. and muddy. constantly. It affects tree growth (rot) and grass growth (mud swamps) and garden boxes (dirt is rained out and onto non-garden box areas). It is frustrating because I have toured all these beautiful schools in Italy and California....and they never get rain.Pamela Wallberghttp://www.reggiovancouver.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post-72963739165969072802010-04-01T10:25:27.165-07:002010-04-01T10:25:27.165-07:00I love the hand drill! I need to be on the lookout...I love the hand drill! I need to be on the lookout for one of those. I love the fact that you admitted to checking the notebook more times than possible for new little notes. (That's how I feel about my email inbox sometimes :)<br /><br />I wanted to congratulate you on being one of the 50 best blogs for early childhood education! Great job!<br /><br />-Vanessa<br /><br />http://www.onlinedegrees.net/blog/2010/50-best-blogs-for-early-childhood-educators/(V.Kerr) School Time Adventureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13441638094188333405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post-53692866816164816952010-04-01T09:11:12.846-07:002010-04-01T09:11:12.846-07:00Maybe fewer "choices" in the constructio...Maybe fewer "choices" in the construction center will make it easier for kids to choose and do. I'll be interested to hear the results of your modifications.Scotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11397525011462974857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15932919.post-10368415949313198992010-04-01T09:00:34.119-07:002010-04-01T09:00:34.119-07:00I love what you've done with the pump and buil...I love what you've done with the pump and building area. The new burlap cover looks great, too.<br /><br />Thank you!!!!Kimberlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05791516088101038626noreply@blogger.com