Hello dear parents,
Welcome to back to another weekly blog, we hope that you had a great week. We had a wonderful one.
This week’s report covers the following learning areas:
1. Linguistic Skills
2. Physical well-being
3. Science and environmental education
4. Project
5. Bible Studies
LINGUISTIC- Story book corner
During the linguistic lesson, we gathered the children together to introduce the activities available on the play chart. We excitedly shared that they will explore picture books that we picked out for them.
They looked at images and created their own stories based on what they see, developing creativity and storytelling skills. This playful approach encourages language development and self-expression,as children interpret pictures and share unique stories with each other.
PHYSICAL WELLBEING – Wheelbarrow race
We gathered the children outside and divided them into pairs for a fun game called the Wheelbarrow Race. We explained the rules clearly: one player would support their partner by holding their legs in the air while the other player had their hands on the floor. Together, all pairs raced from the starting line to the finish line. The race ended once each pair completed the course.
After the first round, we switched roles so that everyone had a chance to experience both parts of the game. The children enjoyed the challenge and worked together as they raced to the finish line.
In addition to fostering teamwork, the Wheelbarrow Race helped the children develop important physical skills. Balancing while moving, upper body strength from supporting their partner, and coordination were all put to the test. As they engaged in this activity, they improved their muscle control and stability, making it a beneficial exercise. Overall, it was a great way for them to enhance their physical abilities while having lots of fun.
SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL – How did I become me?
We sat around the table, welcomed the children and introduced the topic of personal timelines and growth, asking the children if they could guess what that means. We had a fun discussion about how they were once babies, then toddlers, and how they are now a bit older.
Next, we handed out three of their photos(a photo as a baby ,toddler & and a recent photo) to each child. Then, we asked the children to place their photos based on their age. They had to think about what came first and what came next. We provided help along the way, supporting the children as they discovered the answers and made conclusions about their journeys.
When the children were done finalizing their timelines, we invited them to share their stories with each other. We asked guiding questions, such as what has changed in their lives and what they have learned since being babies or toddlers. As you can imagine, the children had interesting stories to say.
After everyone had presented, we handed out their portfolios and guided the children organizing their photos into their portfolios, making a lovely keepsake of their growth. It was a wonderful way for the children to reflect on their growth and share their stories with their peers.
PROJECT – Art from the past
During our project, we gathered the children and welcomed everyone with enthusiasm. We explained that this month, we will be exploring different artists from the past, even before we were born. We asked the children if they knew what an artist is and who could be considered an artist.
To kick off our art journey, we read “This Little Artist: An Art History Primer.” We shared that the artists we discussed lived long before we did and created beautiful sculptures, paintings, prints, and many other types of art. We encouraged the children to ask questions, fostering curiosity and engagement.
Next, we introduced them to Claude Monet, a famous artist who lived in Paris, France. We talked about how he created stunning landscapes and used vibrant colors. To give the children a better understanding, we read “The Magical Garden of Claude Monet”.
After learning about Monet, we guided the children to the table, where they put on aprons. We explained that they would be creating their own paintings inspired by Monet’s style. We showed them the painting titled “Bridge” and explained that they would be making their own landscape painting with a similar theme.
We provided each child with taped paper that already had tape placed to outline where the bridge would be. The children were excited to use the finger paints we offered, allowing them to add color however they wished. We encouraged them to dab paint all over with their fingers, making sure the paint covered the entire canvas, especially the areas around the bridge.
When they were done withvg their paintings, we let them dry and asked everyone to write their names in the corner as a signature. After the paint dried, we revealed the bridge by carefully removing the tape.
It was a fantastic day of creativity and learning about art!
The end
Thank you for reading our weekly report. We hope you enjoy sharing in your child's learning experiences. Don't forget to look out for next week's report as we explore more exciting activities and learning adventures!
Warm regards,
Creative Little Explorers
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