This week in our enchanted forest, our Little Forest Folk-ers transformed into fearless superheroes! With their colourful capes fluttering behind them, they channelled their inner heroes, filling our days with excitement and adventure.
The week began with the children exploring an old, yet familiar place …Monkey Camp! This magical space became the perfect backdrop for their imaginative play. They eagerly created intricate obstacle courses, testing their agility and courage as they climbed, jumped, and slid down the planks. The thrill of conquering these challenges filled the air with joy and laughter. Each child brought their own unique energy and creativity, inventing new ways to navigate the obstacles and cheering each other on with enthusiasm.
As the days progressed, our little heroes took on daring "rescue missions." It was heartwarming to see them use their team-building skills and empathy to help one another. These missions not only strengthened their bonds but also nurtured a sense of community and cooperation. Our little adventurers learned the importance of working together, communicating effectively, and showing kindness. They demonstrated remarkable problem-solving abilities as they strategized how to "rescue" their friends from imaginary predicaments, fostering a spirit of camaraderie.
Amidst their superhero escapades, the children found time to engage in a timeless favourite: hide and seek. The forest echoed with their giggles and the sound of counting as they took turns hiding and seeking. Their turn-taking skills were truly epic, showcasing their growing patience and respect for one another. The game also offered them a chance to hone their listening and observational skills, as they quietly found the best hiding spots and waited for their friends to discover them.
Throughout the week, we observed not just play, but significant growth in the children's social and emotional development. They practiced leadership as they took on different roles in their superhero adventures, and they learned to value each other's contributions. Their creativity soared as they invented new scenarios and challenges, and their resilience was evident as they faced and overcame obstacles, both real and imagined.
Little Forest Folk
Putney Heath