Monday at Ellerslie

Monday at Ellerslie

Notice The tamariki have been enjoying focusing on the alphabet this term, learning the sound each letter makes and how to form the letters when writing. Today, the tamariki were looking at the letter ‘f’, practising writing the handle and bar to form this letter. The...
Tuesday at Ellerslie

Tuesday at Ellerslie

Notice The tamariki were keen to put their engineer hats on today, building a variety of intricate vehicles with the Mobilo, including trains and a monster truck! Rice was included in the play this morning, set up with a variety of vehicles, small dinosaurs and...
Wednesday at Ellerslie

Wednesday at Ellerslie

Notice The tamariki were keen to get their hands dirty this morning, moulding the paraoa poke (playdough) into a variety of shaped objects. Sophia, Charlotte, and Mila used the shape cutters to create playdough hearts and a “family” of teddy bears. The Robot Stacking...
Thursday at Ellerslie

Thursday at Ellerslie

Notice This morning the tamariki worked collaboratively to solve a large ocean-themed jigsaw puzzle. They took turns putting the pieces together and shared the space beautifully. We have an exciting new gross motor challenge on the grass at kindy…climbing boxes joined...
Friday at Ellerslie

Friday at Ellerslie

Notice The tamariki had a wonderful morning grooving to their favourite tunes! Fabric cloths were used as props and costumes, with the tamariki twirling around in circles. There was much laughter and fun had! Role-play has continued to be a popular activity for the...