One thing I have noticed recently is that a lot of 'activities' provided have been paint based- one or two children seated at the table, paint provided, and told what they need to do with the resources provided. I would like to introduce more child interest based activities, which allows for more freedom to explore and enjoy different textures, feelings, being with others, sharing, cooperation, etc.
One activity I had provided recently was gloop, but instead of having it at a table, I provided it in bowls for the children to explore with their feet.
I felt that this activity really fitted in with the Exploration strand of Te Whariki -gaining confidence and control of their bodies, and learning strategies for active exploration, thinking, and reasoning.
I would like to continue providing these sorts of activities, open-ended exploration with different parts of their bodies - good messy fun.
1 comment:
Outside of that box once again- not only open ended activities but also open minded- if only you could of captured the childrens thoughts as they experienced this amazing activity.
Rebecca you continue to make me smile as I read about the authentic activities that you provide for children- you think not only of activities that simply link tointerests but also look at how these can be experienced in new,challenging and most importantly fun ways.
You are inspiring!
Keep up the amazing work!
P.s- have any other teachers in the room caught your 'inspired' bug yet?
Joann
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