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Blog January 2026
In the 4th grade classroom, we have completed a project on skaters and rollers with spectacular models that combine creativity and Catalan language. Additionally, we have transformed the
Project-based learning and language
Wheels, models, and language: A journey on wheels in 4th grade
In the 4th grade classroom, we have experienced a project closing that is unforgettable. Within the area of Catalan Language, the students have immersed themselves in the world of skaters, bikers, and rollers. But how have we transformed vocabulary and grammar into something tangible?
The answer has been the creation of spectacular models. Through cooperative work, the boys and girls have designed scenes full of movement and detail, where they have had to plan, explain, and argue their creative decisions in Catalan.
This project reminds us that when creativity and learning go hand in hand, effort turns into pure motivation. The result is not only beautiful models but also a mastery of language applied to their own passions.
What do you think of these works of art? Which of these urban sports is your favorite at home?
Art as school identity
Hallways with Life: Creativity Floods the Ateneu
At school, hallways are not just transit areas; they are canvases where our students' identity is expressed. Recently, both in Preschool and Primary, we have carried out a visual transformation of the center through collaborative murals.
Using textures, stickers, markers, and a lot of paint, each group has contributed their vision to make the school a more welcoming place. The process of painting a mural teaches children to:
Respect the shared space.
Collaborate towards a common aesthetic goal.
Express emotions through color and form.
Walking through the school now is like taking a journey through the imagination of our children. Thank you to all the little artists for filling our daily lives with color!
What kind of mural or artistic theme would you like to decorate the center in the future? We are listening!
Emotional education and coexistence
The Box of Forgiveness: A tool for growing in empathy
Educating also means supporting the management of conflicts and emotions. At the Ateneu, we look for positive and respectful ways for students to learn to restore bonds when there is a disagreement in the classroom. From this intention, "The Message Box" was born.
This initiative allows children to express, through written words, when they need to apologize or when they feel that someone should apologize to them. Later, in a calm atmosphere, we read the messages and seek solutions together.
This simple gesture has a profound impact:
Validates everyone’s emotions.
Encourages assertive communication.
Teaches the responsibility of our actions.
We are very proud to see how our students learn to care for others and build a healthy coexistence.
What do you believe is the most important thing when asking for forgiveness sincerely?
Community Participation (Festivals)
We prepare for Carnival! This year we become Mimes
February 14 is approaching, and at the Ateneu, the spirit of celebration and costumes is already in the air. This year, our community will transform into a great stage full of expression and poetic silence: we will dress up as mimes! 🤡🤍
Carnival is a golden opportunity to work on body expression and shared creativity between families and school. We have already opened the registration period (until Monday!) to be part of this celebration that promises to be magical.
Prepare the white makeup, the striped t-shirts, and, above all, lots of desire to laugh and enjoy together a Carnival full of excitement.
Have you completed your registration? Leave us a comment if you are already preparing the details of your costume!
Promoting reading
Reading Pairs: Connections born between books
Reading is a pleasure, but sharing reading is an adventure. Before the Christmas holidays, we launched one of the most beloved projects of the center: the Reading Pairs.
In this project, higher-level students become "mentors" for the younger ones (the "mentees"). In their first meeting, they created their commitment cards and shared their literary tastes. This bond goes beyond technical reading; it is about:
Create positive references for the younger ones.
Encourage responsibility and care for the elderly.
Generate spaces of calm and shared silence.
Seeing a godfather telling a story to his godchild is one of the most tender and powerful images we can experience at school. Love for books is transmitted better when there is an emotional bond involved.
Which book do you think is a "must-read" to recommend to a godchild or reading godfather?
