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Outdoor Ed

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 Outdoor Ed - Our Young Scientists    We are super lucky this year to have Ms. Katie, our Outdoor Education teacher, open her schedule to include the preschool. She is planning on teaching the two preschool classes separately, so each class will go every other week.This first lesson was a fun scavenger hunt in our school gardens. Each child had a Bingo card with pictures of things they could find in the garden. They were given a card and a marker and then set free to explore the garden and find things like tomatoes, squash, a purple flower, a garden hose and more. The students were engaged in the activity and enjoyed walking around the garden, spotting different things. We ended the lesson by cutting carrots and tasting them dipped in homemade Ranch dressing for the more adventurous.                
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Gross Motor

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 Gross Motor       When asked about their favorite part of the school day, many of our preschoolers enthusiastically name outdoor play as their top choice. Their joyful smiles, laughter, and boundless energy are a wonderful reflection of just how much they value and enjoy their time outdoors.    Beyond the joy it brings, outdoor play is an important part of our preschoolers’ physical development. Running, climbing, jumping, balancing, and navigating playground equipment help children strengthen their gross motor skills, coordination, balance, and body awareness. These active experiences provide children with opportunities to build confidence and develop physical skills that support their overall growth and independence. Climbing             Peddling   Sliding         Rolling, Core Strength   Balancing Running   Jumping   Pumping Core Stability, Leg pushing, Motor Sequencing, Timing Throwi...
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