Play and physical movement is a massive part of my day with 21 active boys in my kinder class! It works, we all learn and we all love it! The kinders love intensive academic learning but we do it in short, sharp snippets. The rest of the daily learning takes place through play and movement. We have … [Read more...] about Learn to Move and Move to Learn
Play and Mindfulness in Kindergarten
I thought for my first blog of the year I would share my first two goals for 2017. Now that my first year at CCSC, including setting up Kindergarten is behind me, it is time to reflect on what I would like to continue with or do differently in 2017. I love that our college is always … [Read more...] about Play and Mindfulness in Kindergarten
Changing of the Guard – Term 4 in Kindergarten
Term 4 is a time of change and transition in Kinder. The 'Kinder' students are preparing for Stage One and are maturing into capable, confident students who are ready to step up and be role models to younger students for the first time. It is a great chance for us to reflect and be proud of just how … [Read more...] about Changing of the Guard – Term 4 in Kindergarten
Kinder Fun in Term 3
What a busy and fabulous end to Term 3 in kindergarten! The students have loved their project this term, learning about all things Australian. Our excursion to the Reptile Park was a fantastic day and the children were able to learn more about their chosen favourite animal for their end of project … [Read more...] about Kinder Fun in Term 3
Kinder Athletics Carnival 2016
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The Power of Play in Kindergarten
Over the years, throughout my studies of Early Childhood Education and experience in the field, I have come to realise the true power of play for young children. I have read many articles and been to some great workshops that highlight the educational opportunities in less structured and … [Read more...] about The Power of Play in Kindergarten