KB News

Mathematics

During Mathematics this term we have been learning various new concepts and skills. We have enjoyed using hands on materials to explore, represent and demonstrate our learning. We loved sorting objects in a variety of ways and making patterns and mandalas.

Aboriginal Education in Kindergarten

This term Kindergarten have been learning about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and their history and continuing culture. We have been listening, discussing and responding to various Dreamtime stories. During Reconciliation Week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Stephanie Callaghan into our classrooms. Stephanie is a proud Aboriginal woman from the Wonnaruah and Worimi nations, of the Hunter Valley/Port Stephens region. She conducted a range of activities with us, imparting her knowledge and experiences of her Indigenous culture. Stephanie captivated Kindergarten with local Dreaming stories. Some of our favourite Dreamtime stories are “Tiddlick the Greedy Frog”, “How the Birds got their Colours” and “Emu in the Sky.”

We have been building upon these new experiences and working closely with our Aboriginal Education Officer, Mrs Shaw, to incorporate Indigenous perspectives into our daily activities in Visual Arts, English, HSIE and Religion. We even made our own Dreamtime Book! Kindergarten can’t wait to work with Stephanie again during NAIDOC Week. 

Outdoor Play

The pedagogy of play is always present in our kindergarten classrooms. This term we have enjoyed using our outdoor environment for self-directed play. Being outside allows children to express themselves freely meaning children can jump, move and explore to their hearts content. Kindergarten feels a sense of freedom playing outdoors and is fantastic for a child's development, both physically and mentally. We hope you enjoy our creations and constructions.