This half term, our enquiry focus is “How does it change?.” The children will explore how living things, people, animals, and the natural world change over time. Through stories, discussions, and hands-on experiences, they will observe how seeds grow into plants, how families care for one another, and how animals develop and grow. They will also explore special celebrations such as Mother’s Day, Eid, and Easter, and notice the seasonal changes that happen in spring.
The children will ask questions, make observations, and share their ideas about how and why things change. These experiences will help them develop their Understanding of the World, while also building important skills such as language, curiosity, teamwork, and problem-solving. 🌱
Week 1: How living things grow and change
This week, we explored how plants grow and change. We read The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle and enjoyed looking at the life cycle of a seed, talking about the different stages as a tiny seed grows into a flower.
We carried out a seed experiment using cress seeds. We planted them in three cups: one with water and light, one with no water, and one kept in the dark. The children made predictions about which seeds would grow best, and we will continue to observe the changes over time.
In RE this week, we explored the idea of new life and how this links to Easter. We talked about how eggs represent new beginnings and the start of new life. We went on an outdoor investigation to look for signs of new life in our surroundings. We were so excited to spot buds on plants and flowers beginning to grow, helping us understand how new life appears in nature during spring! 🌱🌼
In continuous provision, the children explored plants and seeds through a range of creative and investigative activities. They used playdough to create the different parts of a flower, helping them think about petals, stems, and leaves. In the creative area, the children made flower-inspired artwork , exploring colour and pattern. They also investigated a variety of different seeds, carefully observing their similarities and differences in size, shape, and texture, which encouraged curiosity and discussion.
