The children have been experimenting with mark making in the clay area today using a variety of interesting materials, and demonstrated fabulous letter recognition while investigating the resources. Some children created their own namesā¦
Other children enjoyed copying the letters themselves using the clay toolsā¦
Some children recognised familiar letters from their friends and families namesā¦
āHow do I make Mummy? I need an Mā
The children had lots of fun exploring the different sounds the letters make, and learning how they work together to create new and fun words.
āwhat does this say?ā
ālots of words!ā
āE for elephant.ā
āno thatās an eā
āNo itās a big letter so itās E! A big Ā capital Eā
The children have shown wonderful creativity while developing their literacy skills at the clay table, and most importantly had lots of fun doing it. They have even suggested we try shapes next time!
Article 29 – I have the right to an education that develops my personality.
