Little Creative Souls

His week we introduced the children to something from another tim… writing with a feather and ink, the way it was once done before pens and keyboards.

It was interesting to watch how differently they approached it. Slower, more focused, a bit unsure at first, then increasingly intentional. There’s something about this kind of practice that naturally asks for patience and attention to detail, things we don’t always get to exercise in their day-to-day routines.

It’s a simple experience, but it opens a small window into how people used to communicate and create. And it gives them a chance to step outside of the speed of modern life, even if just for a moment… 🪶

Nothing more beautiful than spending my days with all of you, my little souls.

One of the days this week, we decided to bring the baseball experience even more to life.

We asked the children what kinds of foods and snacks they usually see at baseball games, and together we came to the conclusion that hot dogs and french fries were some of the favorites they most associated with the experience.

That’s why we brought the barbecue outside and prepared delicious hot dogs and french fries together, creating a small baseball game atmosphere right here at skool.

Something that always gives me such peace of mind is observing the relationship the children have with real experiences like this. When they saw the barbecue and the fire, they immediately understood the importance of respecting it in order to stay safe. There was no chaos or impulsiveness around it… just awareness, observation, respect, and understanding.

This week, we continued our experience learning more about the Olympics, specifically baseball.

Last week the children painted their own baseball t-shirts with the blue color they individually chose.

On Monday, after letting them dry throughout the whole weekend, we carefully began removing the tape we had placed on them.
One by one, the children slowly started pulling the tape away, revealing the clean lines and shapes hidden underneath the paint. The process itself became such a beautiful experience. There was something very calming and exciting about it at the same time… the anticipation, the focus, the careful peeling, and then the surprise of discovering what had been hidden beneath.

After discovering their designs, the children chose the number they wanted for their shirt and carefully wrote it on the back, making each piece feel even more personal and connected to them.

“Fencing: The Art of Moving with Intention”

We prepared the fencing area and introduced the structure of the practice.

Two opponents, each on their side.

They practiced saluting.

They got into position, the L feet position, which we explained is not a fighting position, but a focus position.

They took a deep breath.

They began walking slowly toward each other until they met at what we called the “magic line.”
We shared the story behind it: “Everyone has a magic bubble. We never pop someone else’s  bubble. We can visit… but we stop at the magic line.”

Once there, they were guided by the numbers I would call out loud, tapping gently on the correct circle on their partner. When finished, they would return to their starting place, salute again, and make space for the next pair.

It was beyond beautiful to witness. The respect for each step, the intention in their movement, and especially the care they placed in the salute.

Through fencing, they were practicing:
Self-control, staying calm and measured. Focus and strategy, thinking before moving. Respect, honoring their partner before and after, Awareness and reading another person’s movement

This was never about touching someone randomly. It was about understanding when and how to move your body.

We held very clear and consistent rules: We stop when our body says stop,we move slow, we tap gently, we stop when we hear pause

“Fencing: The Art of Moving with Intention”

We officially kicked off our Olympic Games with one of the most intentional sports we could begin with: fencing.

Fencing offers a beautiful structure to guide that energy. It becomes a space where they can practice self-regulation, discipline, and respect in a positive and meaningful way.

During our morning meeting, we asked them what they knew about fencing. Most of them already had an idea of the sport, but none had explored the deeper meaning behind it. That is where our work began.

From the very beginning, we framed it with clarity and purpose. This is not a fighting experience. It is about aiming with precision, tapping gently, and learning how to move with control. Not hitting, not reacting, not overpowering, but choosing how the body moves.

The following day, we brought the experience to life by creating our own fencing materials. The children made their fencing suits using aprons, drawing the same circles and numbers we had explored the day before. For the tools, we used sticks and protected the tips with white foam. For the masks, we used paper plates and ribbons. Everything was simple, intentional, and created by them.