Nursery News: Inclusion week - Week 7
Date: 23rd Oct 2024 @ 10:01am
Celebrating Inclusion During Our Special Week
This week at school, we’ve been proudly celebrating our Inclusion Curriculum Week, a special time dedicated to recognising and embracing our similarities and differences. Our key vocabulary this week has been Same, Belong, Different, Inclusion, and Disability. We have helped the children understand these important concepts as they explore what makes each of us unique and how we all belong in our school community.
Core Story: Me, Myself and I by Helen Lumgair
Our learning was centred around the core story Me, Myself and I by Helen Lumgair. This thoughtful book supported our discussions about inclusion and disability, giving the children the opportunity to learn about different experiences, such as children who need the support of hearing aids. To make this learning hands-on and fun, we made cup and string telephones! The children loved using these simple creations to explore how sound travels, while also thinking about how hearing aids help people to hear more clearly. This activity not only supported their understanding of disabilities but also strengthened their curiosity and cooperation skills.
Maths Learning: Exploring Numbers 1, 2, and 3
In maths, our focus has been on the numbers 1, 2, and 3. The children had the exciting task of counting acorns, helping them develop their number recognition and counting skills. Whether it was holding one, two, or three acorns in their hands, the children had fun with this sensory-based learning activity, which encouraged them to apply early mathematical concepts in a playful way.
To reinforce both maths and phonics, we also incorporated some of our favourite nursery rhymes like 5 Little Aliens, Hickory Dickory Dock, and 10 Hungry Seagulls. These catchy songs not only helped the children with counting and rhythm but also made learning more interactive and enjoyable.
Expressive Art and Design: What Makes Us Special
One of the highlights of this week was when the children explored what makes them special, with a particular focus on celebrating their unique skin colours. Using materials such as skin-coloured paints, crayons, and collage materials, the children created self-portraits that showcased the diversity within our classroom. This activity tied in beautifully with the concept of inclusion, as the children were encouraged to see the beauty in the differences that make each of them special.
Celebrating Achievements and Looking Ahead
As we wind down for the half-term break, we wanted to take a moment to celebrate all the children’s incredible achievements this term. From building friendships and developing social skills to embracing their individuality, every child has grown in confidence and creativity.
Next term, we’ll be diving into a new and exciting focus—Nursery Rhymes! Our learning will centre around timeless classics like Baa Baa Black Sheep, Incy Wincy Spider, The Three Billy Goats Gruff, The Gingerbread Man, and Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. We’re looking forward to exploring these fun stories and songs.
We hope you all enjoy a restful half-term break, and we can’t wait to continue this amazing learning journey when we return!
Please post any fantastic experiences on our childrens tapestry so we can talk about them when we return on the 5th November
