Ako Langimalie Preschool

Tautua i le alofa, manuia le lumana'i
Serve in love for a blessed future.

It's Samoan week this week. It's a blessing to see our children and their whanau acknowledge other cultures and their values. Today we asked our parents to dress their children in a Samoan attire as we see here. We learned about basic Samoan words and sang Samoan songs such as "E Alofa E Atua Iate au", "My God loves" me in Samoan. Children enjoyed learning about new cultures and new languages, and dressing in their cultural clothing.

What's next?
- Incorporate diverse literature and resources.
- Celebrate cultural holidays and traditions.
- Include multicultural perspectives in the curriculum.
- Invite guest speakers and community members.
- Create a culturally responsive learning environment.

🌍 Little Explorers, Big Adventures: Childhood Journeys.! 🗺️🚀

Every page in the book of Childhood is a new adventure waiting to be discovered. From backyard expeditions to wild imaginations, children's curious spirits take them to unseen places, stories and dreams.

Let's celebrate the power of exploration that fuels their thirst for knowledge and discovery. Through every step, we're shaping beautiful hearts and open minds.

“Learn to write my name through My work”

This morning Apikeli was interesting in trying to write her name through her work. She was cutting her two apple fruits and glued onto her apple tree. After that, she wanted to write her name on her work. Apikeli, you are still learning how to write your name but you will get it through support from your teachers and parents too. Kia Kaha Apikeli. Keep trying 👏

Exploring and concentrating

The children are all interacting through play. They are trying to fit in the little different objects through the ribbons and also trying to take the little objects out of the box.

Ko e femo’uekina pe ‘a e ki’i fanau ko ‘eni he feinga ke to’o hake ‘a e fanga ki’i me’ava’inga kehekehe pe ‘oku ‘i loto mei he ki’i puha me’a va’inga ko ‘eni , na’a nau toe feingape ke fa’o ‘a e me’a na’a nau to’o na’a nau va’inga lelei pe, ‘o ‘ikai te nau ke.

This activity encourages children's fine motor skills, hand and eye coordination skills, and develops their cognitive skills too. Well done Eirini, Laulelei and Kiwa. 👏🏽

WE VALUE OUR TAMARIKI'S HEALTH AND WELL-BEING

Last Friday we asked the parents to prepare a healthy lunch box for our children as a whanau and family contribution to our topic this month. We have been learning about food, different kinds of food, what is healthy food and how it can affect our health and well-being.

Look at all these beautiful, healthy lunch boxes. The parents went all out to provide a healthy lunch box for their children. Everyone enjoyed their food. We want to adopt a healthy lifestyle within our tamariki while they are still young and growing up.

According to te whariki, all children have the right to have their health and well-being promoted and to be protected from harm. They also have a right to experience affection, warmth and consistent care. Protecting and nurturing health and well-being includes paying attention to aspects of physical care, such as healthy eating and nutrition and opportunities for physical activity. Safe, stable and responsive environments support the development of self-worth, identity, confidence and enjoyment, together with emotional regulation and self-control.

What's next - Consistency is key to promoting a healthy lifestyle here at Ako Langimalie not only with what we choose to put in their mouth but also in playing sports and other activities that require their body movements.

💖 Where Love Blossoms: Nurturing the Hearts of Our Little Ones 🌱👶

Children are pure, unconditional love. Their smiles, hugs, and laughter are testaments to the magic of innocence and the beauty of the human heart.
Let's celebrate the extraordinary love that children bring into our lives. As we guide them with care, they teach us the meaning of selflessness, joy, and the precious bonds that connect us all.

KO E FEMO’UEKINA ‘ENA ‘A E FANAU HE’ENAU VA’INGA HE FANGA KI’I KATO ‘OKU ‘ILOTO ‘A E BLOCK KA ‘OKU HA’I LIPINE.

The children are all interacting through play as they try fitting the blocks through the ribbons and also trying to get the blocks out of the box. This activity encourage children's fine motor skills and eyes and hands coordination skills. Well Done Kiwa, Aneta, Siua and Susana.

Exploring the Significance of Pre-Writing Skills in Early Childhood Education ✏️

On this splendid day, Anastasia and Zariah have found themselves captivated by the act of scribbling on the writing boards outdoors. When I inquired about their creations, Zariah eagerly responded, "We're drawing the beach." Anastasia, too, exhibits a passion for scribbling and often endeavors to replicate given images, resulting in surprisingly exquisite outcomes. Well done, girls!

As they engage in their scribbling, their faces light up with giggles and smiles, sharing the excitement of taking turns and experimenting with a variety of chalk colors. Through this playful activity, they are honing their fine motor skills, enhancing core control, maintaining proper posture, and developing the ability to cross the midline. These budding artists are also acquiring a solid pencil grasp and gaining proficiency in forming basic patterns in their scribbles.

What lies ahead? The next step is to provide them with open-ended resources and endless opportunities for exploration, allowing them to collaborate and learn alongside their peers.

Today I noticed Fungavaka and Siua playing outside showing us some of their ball skills. They both were very excited and happy as they were throwing and kicking the ball. Well done Fungavaka and Siua!

What's next? We have seen how happy the boys were - this allows us to introduce new games which will improve their motor skills, hand and eye coordination when throwing, catching and kicking different size balls.

TWIRL, TWIRL, TWIRL!

Look HERE! I CAN do it. Twisting the hula hoops around and around. "You can do it", Zariah motioning Siua and Fineasi to give it a try. They all took turns swirling the hula hoops around and when they finally did, they shouted yaaaaay and praised themselves for their effort.

I enjoyed watching these children's learning development right in front of my eyes. Zariah is using a wide range of language, she's using new words like 'here you try' and 'oh well done Siua'.

On the other hand, Siua and Fineasi responded with "I can do it" and "watch me". Siua Patiently waits for his turn and is notshy to show Zariah and Fineasi how it's done.

Well done Tamariki ma! What's next? Create an environment for our tamariki to engage in cooperative learning where they get to share ideas, take turns, and problem-solve.

🤝 The Gift of Sharing: Cultivating Kindness in Every Little Heart ❤️🌼
In the world of children, sharing isn't just an action – it's a beautiful expression of empathy and connection. From toys to stories, they share belongings and the warmth of their hearts.
Let's celebrate the power of sharing that teaches them compassion, teamwork, and the joy of giving. Through these small acts, we're sowing seeds of goodness that will bloom into a better tomorrow.

Exploring Numbers 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣4️⃣5️⃣6️⃣7️⃣8️⃣9️⃣🔟

Today I noticed Kalileo sitting at the table with numbers card 1-10. Kalileo's deep concentration on the card was evident, and it was clear that he was engaging with them in his unique way. Upon closer observation, I noticed that Kalileo was attempting to count the numberof cards. However, his pronunciation was not very clear, and it was challenging for me to decipher some of the numbers he was saying. Nonetheless, his facial expressionsand gestures indicated that he was genuinely trying to convey the numbers.

Respecting Kalileo's autonomy and understanding that he was deeply engaged in his self-initiated learning activity. I decided to observe quietly from a distance. He didn’t want to interrupt his conversation or discourage his explanation. As I watched, Kalileo's determination became even more evident. He was pointing to each number, repeating the numbers, and occasionally making sounds that represent the number she struggled to pronounce. Despite his difficulties with articulation, it was evident that he was enjoying the process of engaging with numbers.

In the future to support Kalileo continued learning and development, I will consider several steps.