Outdoor literacy.

At Te Kowhai Kindergarten we don't believe in restricting literacy to inside. Lots of children like the freedom to learn in their outdoor environment. So they don't miss out on valuable literacy learning we bring activities outside. This morning we used shaving foam to write in. This gives the children a sensory experience. We also bring paints and craft activities outside to capture a wider range of children. We are strong believers in Foundation Skills for learning and children need to build up their motor skils, hand muscles and the attitude that learning can be fun. Sensory learning helps with brain development. We are preparing children for more structured learning at school.