Living Things Science Assessment

I used this activity as an artwork initially but then worked one on one with children to see if they could remember the names of the plants parts as well as their functions. The kids were very disappointed that I kept these pieces for their Portfolios as they wanted to take them home so much. Sometimes they make me feel so guilty that I have to take down displays so they can take some of their favourites home sooner. 

Cute Writing Ideas- Text Responses with Art

A few of my (and the kids) favourite writing lessons from Term 3. I LOVE presenting writing nicely with related artwork. It makes the kids so proud. If you have any great texts to explore in Kindergarten which lend themselves to nice artwork please let me know. 

The Very Lonely Firefly by Eric Carle

The Gentle Lion and the Little Owlet by Alice Shirley

Fox by Margaret Wild and Ron Brooks

Mixing Colours- Art Lesson

I had not yet covered primary colours or how we can mix them to create secondary colours so designed a lesson where these concepts could be taught.
To begin with, we used the following interactive colour mixing activities:

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Colour Mixing

The first part of the painting lesson involved using green to paint stalks ready to create a bunch of flowers. We then experimented to find which colours we could create. I also put out white paint. The kids each had their own paper plate to mix on (also allowing for an easy clean-up). It was quite a mess, but so much fun. Next, they painted the flowers of various colours to create their masterpieces.

All that was left to do was create a pot or vase. I cut out the shapes and the kids just put bright dots on them.

Once completed I thought they would look better without all the white visible around the flowers so we put a green wash over them.

The photos below kind of show how they turned out, please excuse the plastic protective cover.

Free Things

•  Sight word desk mat Year 1/2

• Alphabet Desk Mats- Various sizes 
• Desk Strip

Farm Animals

Well, I am finding it a little hard to get into the habit of blogging, but I am going to make a determined effort this month.
This term our Science unit has been focusing on Farms, which appeals to me greatly because I grew up on a farm and I have two of my own delightful pet cows now. The kids have also loved this unit as animals naturally appeal to most children, and probably adults too.
I have not taken photos of my class displays, but I will add some stencils I have created and then add photos of our class displays soon.
No educational value, but I have added some photos of our beautiful Bessie and Alice.
1. Milk Cycle cut and paste 

2.How Farmers Care for Animals

3. Favourite Farm Animal

4.Living Things Drawing and Listening Assessment. A clever colleague of mine came up with this cute listening assessment which clearly shows who is able to follow directions. It could also be used as a position activity, depending on the steps you give. If you would like a copy of the steps we used in our classes please ask.