Acorn Studio
A space of innovation in learning and teaching with innovative and interactive experiences. The Studio, stand as a dynamic extension of Acorn Collaborative, dedicated to offering a diverse range of professional experiences for both educators and students. Our mission is to cultivate a space where innovation, pedagogy, and sustainable experiences are part of the investigations, discovery, and expression.
Acorn Wonder Sets
C$ 25.00
. Carefully curated, designed, organized and sourced from an artist, educator/pedagogist to bring you a unique set to encounter with other educators/adults, children, and families.
These are customized and made to order. Choose a Set and we will customize for you:
IlluminLight Set
Shadow Play Box
Earth Box(natural clay)
Pencil and Paper Box (variation of mark making tools)
Paper Wonders Set
Mini Book Magic Set
Imagination Material Box
Storytelling Box
These boxes/sets are designed to invite curiosity and imagination, play and excitement, explorations and creativity. They are appealing for young children and for adults.
Starting at $25/set
Our Vision: Empowering Strong Images in Education
At Acorn Studio, our foundation is rooted in a profound belief in the strong image of the child and the educator. Drawing inspiration from the Reggio Emilia philosophy of education, we are committed to nurturing an environment where children and educators alike are seen as competent, capable, and full of potential.
Reggio Emilia Approach serves as our guiding light, we also recognize the importance of weaving in diverse and innovative approaches from other researchers in early childhood education who have also influenced our thinking and practices. We want to share that each of us have as learners through a journey of discovery, curiosity, and creativity.
Our Features
Join us as we think as a community about our role in creating new ideas, futures, alongside other educators and children from places of possibilities, curiosity, care, and hope.
Experiences and Encounters workshops and sessions
Dive into the Studio Experience
Community Workshops: Connect, Collaborate, Share
Community Workshops: Connect, Collaborate, Share
Beyond the virtual realm, Acorn Studio offers immersive experiences within our physical space. It's a place where ideas come to life, and collaboration takes center stage. Step inside and explore the tangible, hands-on aspects of our innovative approach to early childhood education.
Community Workshops: Connect, Collaborate, Share
Community Workshops: Connect, Collaborate, Share
Community Workshops: Connect, Collaborate, Share
Acorn presents community workshops crafted with connection and community at the forefront. Whether you're in the Toronto area, or in other communities, we invite you to experience and collaborate with us in engaging workshops, conferences, and consultations. Our workshops are designed together with and for educators, fostering a sense of shared passion in education and research.
In the Atelier
Connections with Art Teachers and Teachers in the program
Connections with Art Teachers and Teachers in the program
Explore wonder and renew spaces for young children in the atelier.
Dialogues with spaces, experiences, and ideas
Connections with Art Teachers and Teachers in the program
Connections with Art Teachers and Teachers in the program
Connections with Art Teachers and Teachers in the program
How the combined perspective can impact the way we observe and work with young children in our programs
Documentation. What is it and Who is it for?
Connections with Art Teachers and Teachers in the program
Rethinking Spaces, Relations, and Experiences in Early Learning Programs
What has influenced our work with children and how do we see pedagogical documentation?
Who is it for and what can we learn from it?
Rethinking Spaces, Relations, and Experiences in Early Learning Programs
Rethinking Spaces, Relations, and Experiences in Early Learning Programs
Rethinking Spaces, Relations, and Experiences in Early Learning Programs
Delve into the relationship of the environment as the third teacher and thinking about the spaces we share with children and how we think about design and materials.
information about our workshops
Rethinking Spaces, Relations, and Experiences in Early Learning Programs
Investigations through Relationships
Email us for further information rosalba@acorncollaborative.com
Investigations through Relationships
Rethinking Spaces, Relations, and Experiences in Early Learning Programs
Investigations through Relationships
A interactive, half day session where we will engage in inquires, theories, and investigations about the possibilities offered to us when we see ourselves as engaging and working toward relationship-centred ways of being. How can we rethink our teaching in the classroom moving in a direction of teaching "with" or "alongside" others instead of teaching "to"?
Documentation Studio at Acorn
Reflection and Dialogue-Archived Documentation for Reflection and Discussion
Welcome to the Documentation Studio at Acorn —a space that invites you to delve into archived documentation for the purpose of supporting, reflecting, and engaging in meaningful dialogue. Our commitment is to provide a resourceful platform for educators and professionals to access documentation that fosters continuous growth and understanding.
Study Groups in Documentation Work
We extend an invitation to study groups interested in delving into the world of ongoing documentation work. Whether you prefer to explore our work in the studio or if you'd like us to bring our expertise to you, we are here to facilitate engaging discussions and provide valuable insights into the power of documentation in the educational process.
Email rosalba@acorncollaborative.com