This month, as the children have been exploring various aspects of safety, we will be using the ‘Oh Lila!’ learning resource pack. The pack includes a storybook, CD, puppets, jigsaw and guidance notes.
The book illustrates the story of a hare called Lila who does something that she shouldn’t have. Her concerned friend, Eric the squirrel, offers advice and wants to get her help.
The aim of this story is to encourage the children to consider who the safe people are in their lives that they can turn to when they have problems that they need help with.
The story poses 3 key questions;
- What should I do when I hurt myself?
- What should I do when I’m feeling frightened?
- What should I do when I feel lonely?
We will also discuss secrets and in what situations should secrets not be kept.
The story aims to develop social skills, problem solving and resilience.
Why not share this learning at home? – discuss sharing problems and who the safe people are in your child’s life. The children love to share what they already know in the centre whilst learning new information.
