Hi everyone, We hope you are all safe and well and enjoying spending time with your family.
We are all missing nursery and seeing you all, to keep in touch we are going to give you all a weekly challenge…
This weeks challenge is for you to go out a walk with your family or spend time in the garden looking for signs of Spring.
We would then love for you to draw or paint a Spring picture and send it to us through twitter or email. We can’t wait to see all of your beautiful Spring pictures!!!
“They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel” (Carl. W. Buehner)
One of the best things I’ve read about self-isolation and social distancing is to pretend it’s like Christmas; Cuddle up, read books, bake, watch TV, play games and enjoy family time. Here are some ideas you might like to try if you get stuck for ideas or want to try something new:
Go for a Spring walk (This is currently okay, but please follow current government guidance).
What are the signs of spring? What might you see? Have a checklist and tick when you see something on your list. Why not take photos of some Spring flowers and draw or paint pictures when you get home.
You could also make a nature bracelet by putting sticky tape on a strip of paper and stick things from your walk on it, then when its full turn it into a bracelet.
PLAYDOUGH
Playing with Playdough is so beneficial for your child. If your interested in reading more please visit https://parentingchaos.com/play-dough-developmental-benefits-early-childhood/
Why not try to make your own? – measuring, counting and all the language you use is amazing! Too wet? Add more flour. Too dry? Add more water. And if it’s a disaster? Then it’s an experiment! What could you do differently the next time?
Mix the flour and salt in a large bowl. In a separate bowl mix together the water, a few drops of food colouring and the oil;
Pour the coloured water into the flour mix and bring together with a spoon;
Dust a work surface with a little flour and turn out the dough. Knead together for a few minutes to form a smooth, pliable dough. If you want a more intense colour you can work in a few extra drops of colouring;
Store in a plastic bag in the fridge to keep it fresh.
I like to move it. move it!!!
The body coach – P.E with Joe – Join Joe at 9.30am daily on his Youtube live feed for a live home workout designed to keep children active!!!
Fancy something a little less energetic? Cosmic yoga is fantastic and has lots of fun themes to help children relax and be mindful.
https://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Movies are an education:
Be a movie reviewer:-
What is a title?
What are the characters called?
What was the problem in the movie?
How did they solve it?
What part did you like best?
Why not draw your favourite scene from the movie?
Some film ideas:-
Inside out – feelings/emotions
Finding Nemo – Being brave/courageous
Toy story – Loyalty and friendship, growing up
BFG – Family and not to judge on appearances
Moana – Follow your heart, face your fears
Brave – Family, courage, being in charge of your own destiny
Babe – Believe in your abilities and don’t be afraid to try new things
Lion King – love, friendship, facing your fears and it being ok in the end
I am the music man
Paint or draw different music – fast, slow, classical, rock etc;
What instrument can you hear?
Make your own instruments – shaker, guitar, pan pipes etc;
Play along to your favourite songs;
Can you play quietly, loudly, quickly slowly.
I CAN COOK
There are many great healthy recipes on this website for you to have fun cooking with your children at home…
https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/shows/i-can-cook
Art Attack
There are lots of lovely ideas on these sites: https://babbledabbledo.com/20-preschool-art-projects/ https://www.easypeasyandfun.com/crafts-for-kids/
Nursery rhymes/Literacy:
Alphabet game – find or draw something which begins with each letter of the alphabet;
Singing nursery rhymes – how many do you know? Can you learn one a week? or One a day?
Read, Read, Read together. Children can read to you, you can read to them. So can older siblings. Cbeebies bedtime stories are also a great free resources for when you need some new books/inspiration.
Number and Maths
Ten in a bed – read or watch the story. Put 10 toys on the couch or the bed and act out the rhyme;
5 currant buns – draw or bake some cakes and act out the rhyme;
5 little ducks – use toys to act out the rhyme;
Help set the table – how many knives, forks and spoons do you need?
Cook and bake together – measuring and counting
Sort socks into pairs
Can you find something in this room that is a circle, square etc;
Put food colouring in some water. Pour into different containers. Which holds the most/least etc.
We hope this gives you some lovely ideas to keep your children busy and entertained and we hope you all keep safe and well during this period!
Today Tammy, Nicolle, Leah and 14 children went a walk to the church garden to have a look at the piece of land we will be developing into the ‘Ballerup Community Garden’. The children spoke about how the garden is in their words “Is ugly” and “looks sad” and that we “need to make it pretty”.
We then came back to nursery and the children got to work drawing up their own [plans and giving their ideas about how the garden should look.
All help is greatly appreciated to develop the community garden, if you would like to help us please let Tammy know!!!
Construction work will be starting in part of the 3-5 garden today.
Tuesday:
Stay and play sessions for the 2-3 room will be held today for one hour at 10am and 2pm. All parents/carers of children in this room are very welcome to come along!!!
Wednesday:
9.30am: Caitlin will be taking a group of children to have great fun at ‘Forest Adventures’… Bring on the Mudslide!!!
11am: Marion will be doing a Book Bug session for 0-3 children this morning, Please feel free to come and join us!!!
Sponsored Fun Run around the school grounds will take place today in aid of Sport Relief!!!
Thursday:
11am: Marion will be doing a Book Bug session for 3-5 children this morning, Please feel free to come and join us!!!
2pm: Sharon will be taking a group of children to have great fun at ‘Forest Adventures’… Bring on the Mudslide!!!
Stay and play sessions for the 2-3 room will be held today for one hour at 10am and 2pm. All parents/carers of children in this room are very welcome to come along!!!
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