ATA Magazine

The power of place

View Out Your Window

Livingroom illustration

Sometimes a decorative touch can transform a classroom into a special place. Other times, it 
just takes a look out the window.

"My favourite area of my classroom is my calendar/reading corner. It has a big comfy chair for me to sit in and read to my students. Students love to go to the kid-size leather couch and cozy up with a friend to read or play a game or just chat. During free time many kids go to this corner of the room, even though other areas include things like Lego, blocks, puzzles and games. It is cozy, it is comfortable and it is a great place to be with friends!"

- Tabatha Hart, Keheewin School, Edmonton 

Plants on a window ledge illustration

“My plants make me so happy in my classroom! Plus, I love decorating for the seasons. And don’t worry, the candles are flameless!"

- Paula Balog, Brooks Junior High School, Brooks

Illustration of a view of a playground outside a window

“My plants make me so happy in my classroom! Plus, I love decorating for the seasons. And don’t worry, the candles are flameless!"

- Paula Balog, Brooks Junior High School, Brooks