Classroom Atmosphere
I believe that the Atmosphere in a classroom is important. The school I teach at is a Title I School. Creating a warm, cozy, inviting atmosphere helps the children feel safe and welcome when they walk in the door. I decided to add christmas lights hanging from the ceiling and material draped over a corner to add some warmth and lighting that was more welcoming that the fluorescent lights that are in my classroom. I actually turn off the fluorescents and have the christmas lights, lamps and natural outside light filtering through the classroom. It creates more calm and even when children are playing it makes it not so crazy in the classroom. Add some soft classical music and what an amazing difference! I will post pictures next week :)