Light plays an essential role in our understanding of the universe. Beyond its physical meaning, throughout history, it has symbolized hope in darkness, clarity in confusion, and truth in uncertainty. It is inevitably associated with education, as just like light illuminates a dark room, knowledge and education can enlighten minds, thus becoming a fundamental force in our human world.
In these fast-paced and hyper-stimulated times, educators continually seek to innovate and update their methods to adapt to a constantly evolving world. And what better if these new methods challenge students to think critically, question, collaborate, and generate new ideas, allowing them to explore their environment more consciously and reflectively.
Throughout 2023, together with the educational community of School No. 131 in Lagunillas del Farallón, in the Province of Jujuy, Argentina, a special plan was implemented where activities were co-created, successfully developing fun, enriching, and at the same time challenging activities. By the end of the year, we faced what was, for us, a significant challenge: organizing an outdoor activity with more than 40 children ranging in age from 6 to 12 years old. We were concerned about group management, ensuring that all children felt supported during the activity and, most importantly, that they had fun in contact with nature. As the activity began and we saw the image of more than 40 children running toward the lagoon near the town, we felt overwhelmed, but something extraordinary happened upon arrival. The children organized themselves into groups and began observing every tiny detail of the ecosystem we were in. Watching them be amazed by each minute detail—from an insect to the bird nests near the lagoon—filled us with joy, and from that moment on, everything was enjoyable and learning.