This week at nursery, we are still embarking on this exciting journey of discovery as we continue to explore the vibrant and diverse culture of South America.
From colorful crafts and music to fascinating stories and traditions, our little learners have been actively engaged in a week full of fun and education.
It has been a joy to watch them dive into new experiences, developing their curiosity and creativity along the way.
Read on to see the highlights of our week and how we’ve enjoyed every moment of learning and exploration together.
This week, our nursery children had the incredible opportunity to visit the Museum of the Order of St. John, where they experienced history and culture in a hands-on and engaging way.
The museum, with its rich collection of artifacts and exhibits, provided a perfect setting for our little explorers to connect with the past and ignite their imaginations.
The benefits of this trip were numerous. Children were able to step beyond the classroom and immerse themselves in a real-world environment, making learning come alive.
They developed a deeper understanding of history and heritage.
This week, the Hatchlings visited Tate Modern and immersed themselves in its vibrant world of art.
The children engaged in interactive activities and explored fascinating exhibits.
This week, our hatchlings had a vibrant adventure as they explored the stunning colors of Peru’s Rainbow Mountains!
To bring this beautiful landscape to life, the children engaged in hands-on activities using colored sand.
With their little hands, they mixed and layered the sand, recreating the brilliant shades of red, pink.
By exploring with their hands, the hatchlings not only learned about the colors of this natural wonder but also developed important sensory skills.
The tactile experience of feeling the sand, experimenting with different textures, and seeing how the colors blended together helps strengthen their fine motor skills and creativity.
This week, the Blue Dragon group embarked on an exciting journey through the galaxy!
The children had a blast exploring the wonders of space, using their creativity to bring the stars, moons, and planets to life.
Through cutting, sticking, and working with sand, they created their very own cosmic masterpieces, using their fingers to mark-make and craft stars and moons.
The hands-on activities allowed them to engage with the concept of space in a fun and interactive way.
The tactile experience of feeling the sand and using it to create texture brought the galaxy to life for our little astronauts, while mark-making with their fingers encouraged them to develop their fine motor skills and imagination.
This week, Dragon Flight continued their exploration of South American culture with an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of Mayan mythology.
Our preschoolers delved into the ancient tale of the moon falling into the dark ocean, a story filled with mystery and wonder.
As the children listened to the myth, they were captivated by the vivid imagery and symbolism, sparking their imaginations and encouraging meaningful discussions.
Through storytelling, the children not only learned about the rich cultural heritage of the Mayan people, but they also developed their language and listening skills.
The myth provided a great opportunity for creative expression, as the children imagined and interpreted the moon's journey in their own unique ways, incorporating art, movement, and role play into their learning.
This exploration of Mayan mythology was an engaging and enriching experience, allowing our preschoolers to connect with ancient traditions while nurturing their curiosity and creativity.
This week, our nursery children enjoyed an exciting lineup of extracurricular activities!\
They practiced calm and focus during Molly Mindfulness sessions, got active and energetic with Sports Mini, and unleashed their creativity with Lucy Sparkle’s engaging and imaginative storytelling session.
It’s been a wonderful week of exploration, movement, and joy, leaving everyone with big smiles and happy memories!
Next week, we’re excited to continue our exploration of South American culture as we dive even deeper into the rich traditions, art, and stories of this vibrant continent.
As it will be our final week focusing on South America, we’ll be reflecting on all the wonderful things we've learned and experienced so far.
Next week, we will be exploring the Barbican Center. We're visiting the Barbican library and Fortune Street Park. Stay tuned to join our adventures!