April 2021
What did we find in our garden?
Pond life
We were delighted recently to find some frogspawn in the pond.
Children had opportunities to observe it up close and talk about it.
They knew we had to be respectful: limiting numbers and not touching it.
The children shared talk and pondered what it might be.
They noticed movement and other pond life in the container and this provided much excitement.
With the support of information books and a skilled adult, they found the information and began to look at what might happen to the frogspawn.
Children explored the books together and read some simple captions.
Children were supported in learning about the lifecycle of the frog.
We were delighted recently to find some frogspawn in the pond.
Children had opportunities to observe it up close and talk about it.
They knew we had to be respectful: limiting numbers and not touching it.
The children shared talk and pondered what it might be.
They noticed movement and other pond life in the container and this provided much excitement.
With the support of information books and a skilled adult, they found the information and began to look at what might happen to the frogspawn.
Children explored the books together and read some simple captions.
Children were supported in learning about the lifecycle of the frog.
Creativity
Children have recently been supported to use a range of one handed tools, explore clay and to create models using a range of materials.
After having time to knock down, handle and explore the clay, children created small sculptures. Next they gathered natural materials such as twigs and stones to creates habitats, they added these freely. Finally, they told narratives and stories around their sculptures.
Other children used information books, story books and their interests to inspire their model making. They used a range of recyclable materials and methods to join them. Children shared their ideas, stories and narratives.
After having time to knock down, handle and explore the clay, children created small sculptures. Next they gathered natural materials such as twigs and stones to creates habitats, they added these freely. Finally, they told narratives and stories around their sculptures.
Other children used information books, story books and their interests to inspire their model making. They used a range of recyclable materials and methods to join them. Children shared their ideas, stories and narratives.
Planting and watering the plants in our garden
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