TENA RA KOUTOU
(Greetings to you)
FAREWELL - KA KITE
We said goodbye to Kobe Robinson from the Pukeko Room. Happy school days Kobe.
We also say goodbye to Oliver Jones from the Kakas and Archie Jones from the Pukekos.
WELCOME - NAU MAI
Welcome to Rocco Stokes and Emilia Brownie who join our tamariki in the Kakas next week.
KIA ORA FROM THE PUKEKO ROOM
Group Games
Following on from children’s interest in running races, a range of group games have started to develop throughout the Pukeko children. Initiated at first through the interest of the four year olds, the eagerness of others to get involved and learn has allowed the implementation of the Maori concept tuakana teina (when an older, more knowledgeable child helps and supports the learning of someone younger). Some of the games the children are enjoying are – “Duck, Duck, Goose”, “What’s the time Mr Wolfie?” and some oldies, but goodies – “Hide ‘n’ Go Seek” and “I sent a letter to my love.”
Tamariki are learning how to follow directions, take turns, and understand the rules of the games. It provides opportunities to learn or revisit counting, keeps them active and of course, is a great time to have fun and lots of giggles with their friends and peers.
Science
Wow! There has been a hive of activity over a range of exciting new science experiences that Sophie purchased and set up in the classroom. From a large model dinosaur, a model of the heart and another of the brain. An array of sea creatures and insects (set in resin) has allowed tamariki to take a closer look and freely marvel at their size, shape and colour. Sophie has taken many photos that display the curiosity and wonderment of our tamariki as they explore and deepen their knowledge about the world around them. So please feel free to take a look and have some fun exploring with your whanau/child. (Kerry)
KIA ORA FROM THE KAKA ROOM
Over the past few weeks we have had lots of transition visits to the Pukeko room. The tamariki are loving wearing the bright yellow vests and walking down the hallway! If you hear them talking about ‘kekos’ that’s where they have been.
Over the next few weeks you will be seeing some new faces as we have some new tamariki starting. We have also said goodbye to Oliver this week, as they embark on a new journey. (Katy)
REMINDER
Reminder to whanau to please check children's bags daily, as wet/soiled clothes have remained in bags, and to ensure inhalers, medicines, etc. are not left in bags. Thank you.
SAVE THE DATE
Creative Corner AGM
Monday, 15 April 2019 8.00pm
At Creative Corner, 72 Cain Street, Timaru.
All welcome to attend