It was wonderful to welcome Walnut Class back for their second block of Forest School sessions. Today's session was inspired by the traditional tale Little Red Riding Hood.
We began by reading the story together before setting off on our own adventure. The children followed a trail that led from Red Riding Hood's house all the way to Grandma's cottage. They were very careful not to leave the path, as they didn't want the Big Bad Wolf to gobble them up! Along the way, the children navigated a series of obstacles, using their balance and coordination to weave their way through the "forest".
To sharpen our listening skills, inspired by the line, "Oh, what big ears you have!", the children wore blindfolds and sat quietly, tuning in to the sounds of nature around them.
Next, we focused on our looking skills with the phrase, "Oh, what big eyes you have!" The children took part in a nature scavenger hunt, using binoculars and magnifying glasses to explore their surroundings. One child discovered a ladybird, while others spotted lots of tiny leafhoppers. They even managed to spot a mushroom.
We also visited the school pond, where the children were excited to see many tadpoles and some tiny frogs.
Finally, we explored the phrase, "Oh, what big teeth you have!" by enjoying a healthy snack of different fruits, just like the treats Red Riding Hood carried in her basket for Grandma.
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