Back in the week of Halloween, the JK children were all excited about what they were going to be wearing to our PTA Halloween party. During circle time, they described their costumes and shared what they know about Halloween.
One of the children explained how his grandmother was going to make a Jack–o-Lantern with him. He was asked if he would like to share his experience with his peers here at school…he quickly liked the idea and said, “Yes”.
With the children dressed up as neurosurgeons, with their gloves and mask ready to operate on the pumpkins, this was truly a day’s lesson covering every area of learning.
We have some wonderful photos of the children operating on the pumpkins, so do click on…
After looking and talking about all the pumpkins that were brought in, the children watched them being cut open and carved. This activity naturally led into looking at what was inside and learning about the pulp and seeds. The children talked about the texture, smell and colour, and how and where pumpkins grow and how they can be used. They also chose shapes to decorate the pumpkin faces. We also linked in the Letterland sound of the day – “J” for Jumping Jim with his Jack-O-Lantern.
Following their own initiative and ideas, the children were really involved and engaged. They thoroughly enjoy the fun of learning through this theme day. It was wonderful to connect grandmas and children working together – thank you for donating the pumpkins and for coming in to work with us.
