Pirates and plants!

The children dressed as pirates to listen to the story of Pirate Pete and his stinky feet! They chanted ‘Walk the plank! ‘. Amelia shouted ‘ Ahoy captain!’ and the others followed. They went on a treasure hunt in the nursery and garden, and used sequins as the treasure to share amongst themselves. They later made a boat using the large wooden blocks, crates and ramps and sailed the ocean far and wide.

The hot weather has meant extra attention to the plants this week. ” It’s too hot, the plants need lots and lots of water! ‘ observed Esther. The children then noticed the baby frogs in the pond nearby ‘ There are hundreds!’ said Robyn.

The babies and toddlers have been exploring plants and  fruits this week. They joined in with the older children to paint fruits as you can see, and have explored fruit soup and frozen fruit! They felt the difference between frozen and fresh fruit; very interested as the ice melted. Zach worked out that he could speed up the process by licking the ice stick as a lolly pop!

They have felt and smelt the fruit, with Henry very keen to start tasting. Zach loved to splash, and others kindly sharing. They have been busy visiteing the garden centre to explore the textures and smells of the plants and fruits there, and had such fun with the ingredients whilst making playdough. Ines sprinkled the flour in the bowl, and then all around the room!