Thursday, 11 June 2009

Seahorses from May to June


What are we doing in Seahorses this month?
From May to June we will be....
Focussing on the babies individually and supporting their development. All of the babies have a special plan written for them each month as their development is so unique.


Some of the additional activities all the babies will be involved with this month are:
Father’s day art and creativity.

Animals: Taking part in the animal farm visit and looking at lots of animal pictures, books and singing songs.
Focussing on hands and feet, making art with feet and hands and exploring the feeling.
Messy play: water and oil, slimy substances, etc.
Exploration of different toys.
Welcoming and appreciating our two new babies.

What could you do to support the children and reinforce what they have experienced at the nursery?
Go to the library and get some books out on animals
Take a trip to the zoo or petting farm.
If you do not come on the day of our animals visiting, bring your child anyway.
Bring a photo in of your pet and/ or tell the team about your pet so it can be included in our discussions.
Sit outside on the grass a do a painting with your child.
Set up the paddling pool and have a splash.
Touch their hands and feet, tickle them, compare them with yours.