Drama Toolbox in the Kinder

Recently the K3 classes had the delight of welcoming Jo from Drama Toolbox into our space.

She had the children moving their bodies as she introduced different mini beasts in the garden, many of which the children mentioned as part of a brainstorm of bugs and beetles in the garden. The children then chose which mini beast they would dress up as to be part of the story telling. 

All the bugs had to watch out for the cheeky magpie, curling into a ball or hiding under a leaf or tree whenever the magpie appeared. This brought much laughter and excitement. But the greatest laughter came when the caterpillars and worms tried to chew on Jo's nice shoes.

Drama toolbox created a wonderful opportunity for creativity and movement, making connections with what we know and turning it into a story. The children showed resilience and agency in opting in and out, sharing joy and processing nervous moments (the magpie), and being a part of something collaborative.

Gill Birkett

Kindergarten Director