On a subsequent day, we made strings of popcorn, Cheerios, and cranberries to hang in the forest. This activity turned into an opportunity to practice our fine motor skills as we used blunt needles to thread the small berries and cereal pieces. We discussed patterning, and encouraged the children to thread a combination of popcorn, Cheerios, and cranberries in an order that repeated and remained consistent. Some students extended patterns started by one of the educators, while others students decided to create and continue their own patterns. Bravo, les amis !
On recent forest walks, we noticed that the pinecone birdfeeders we hung in the forest last week have been nibbled! In some cases, the birdseed and lard was stripped away and the pinecones were left behind. In other instances, the entire pinecone was consumed and only the string remained. Tiny footprints were often seen at the base of the trees. The children really enjoyed checking on the status of their pinecones, and were thrilled to know they had helped the birds and animals who remain active in our forest during the cold winter months.
On a subsequent day, we made strings of popcorn, Cheerios, and cranberries to hang in the forest. This activity turned into an opportunity to practice our fine motor skills as we used blunt needles to thread the small berries and cereal pieces. We discussed patterning, and encouraged the children to thread a combination of popcorn, Cheerios, and cranberries in an order that repeated and remained consistent. Some students extended patterns started by one of the educators, while others students decided to create and continue their own patterns. Bravo, les amis !
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