Education opens a world of infinite possibilities. It serves as a gateway to discovery, encouraging children to explore new ideas and unlock their full potential. Beyond the acquisition of knowledge, education fosters critical thinking, empathy, and collaboration. These are essential qualities of effective leadership. It is through education that we build bridges across differences, cultivate innovative solutions to complex social problems. We also empower children to become difference makers in their communities and serve as global citizens.
This month’s column highlights an interview with literacy advocate Stacy Tello Castro, program director at Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute. Stacy discusses strategies for using hands-on learning experiences to promote reading comprehension, foster phonetic comprehension, support language development, and develop critical thinking skills.
Q: What is hands-on learning?…