Our redwood tree

This week, the room 2 children have been learning about the redwood tree that stands tall at our school. We have talked about how tall it is, who could have planted the seed of the tree, how long it has been there, and what creatures might like this wonderful tree.
We also talked about how our whakataukī links to this tall tree, we "Stand Tall, and Reach High"-"Tū Tangata, Tū Māia!" We are engaged, respectful, literate, curious and connected learners.

We made fantails too. 

                                                             

Our redwood tree 

It is amazing to see how our children really enjoy the open ended loose parts play. The type of play our children engage in using loose parts surprise me quite often. I love the way our children communicate and negotiate their ideas with each other, and most importantly our children are able to choose materials that they are interested in and accomplish the goals that they set out for themselves whether that is developing a creative story together or finding a solution by working with each other.

                                          "Teddybears are lining up to go into the house."

These children are trying to figure out how they can keep the pipe from rolling off the chairs.