Early Explorers began preparing for Christmas by learning about the story of St Nicholas (who is believed to be the same as Santa Claus in some countries) and talking about how December is a special month for giving and receiving – not just about presents but about giving kindness, our time, our attention to others […]
Rainbows began December by revising the names of the seasons and the colours, sounds, weather associated with each one. They read the story “Froggy gets dressed” about a frog that gets ready to go out in the snow.
We watched clips about frogs hibernating and talked about other animals that go to sleep during winter time. […]
Shiny Stars listened to winter and Christmas stories such as Peppa’s Christmas, Froggy’s best Christmas, Pooh’s Christmas Adventure. They decorated the Christmas tree, choosing their favorite decorations while talking about why we give and receive presents, what kindness is and how it makes us feel.
The children had fun dancing – pretending to be penguins, numbered snowflakes […]
