Curiosity was sparked in the Spark studio this week with the study of water cycles as a part of this session’s Survivor Quest! The children learned about how rain forms including evaporation, condensation and precipitation. Later in the week, they used the concept of condensation to make fresh, drinkable water using solar stills they built themselves.
In world cultures, the children had a great time drumming like Burundi drummers of Africa. They also explored one of the cultural tales of Wales, which they learned was part of the United Kingdom on the European continent.
During Montessori core skills, we experimented with bringing in learning books and sensorial materials which the children greatly enjoyed! They engaged their problem-solving skills when some friends were too loud, however, and came up with the idea of separating desks if the noise level didn’t decline. Sure enough, heroes were motivated to quiet down so they could still work together and collaborate.
The children continue to enjoy D.E.A.R. where they get to Drop Everything and Read whatever they would like. Giving children choice in their reading materials cultivates a deep love of reading, which we see in all our Acton heroes!
The heroes spent one of their outdoor times in the garden where they were excited to see some native plant sprouts! They helped water the plants, and are making plans for a fairy garden.
Four Spark heroes will begin shadowing in Discovery next week! They will join morning launches for one week, and full days for the next. Should be a wonderful experience as they embark on the next step in their hero’s journey.
