Stories from Extend After School Care
Our Recap
Although we are now in winter, the sun has still been shining, allowing us to get outside and play some fun games!
A game that the kids have initiated almost every afternoon is a combination of dodgeball and poison ball. The kids have also played every kind of chase/tag that you could imagine, with versions I have never heard of…'shake, shake boom’ for one!
The autonomy that the kids have developed since the start of the year in creating their own structured games, not to mention their sense of inclusivity, has been fantastic to watch!
When it got a bit chilly outside, we turned to making some great artwork. Children continued to learn about the various ways and things one can use to paint, including glue! Some true masterpieces were on show!
The kids continued to understand and put in practice recycling habits. No more is it ‘can I have a clean piece of paper?’, but ‘where are the scrap pieces?’. The highlight came from children who made scuba helmets from all recyclable materials! Very impressive indeed!
In the kitchen, the kids continued to show their interest in healthy snacks and meals. The favourite this time were delightful apple donuts and tacos. As always, they were gone in a heartbeat!
The curious nature of the children has seen them exploring the floating capabilities of fruit - why they do or do not. We were very curious as to why
a whole orange would float with its peel on, but when we took it off, it sank!
The students also attempted to save an egg from going SPLAT on the ground. They tried to figure out a way to safely transport it from atop the playground to the ground. The kids put into practice a lot of the things they have learnt this year to achieve their goal.
It’s hard to believe that it is the end of Term 2 already! It sure has flown by!
We at Extend wish everyone a happy and safe winter's beak and look forward to hearing about all the awesome adventures everyone had upon their return to School!
Our Extend Superstars of the Week
Lucas Dyer for his great application of sustainable practices, using only recyclable materials to make his amazing scuba helmet.
Sophie Zajda for displaying great compassion to a child whom she did not know, in helping them look for something important that they had lost!
Forthcoming Activities
Monday 17 July
School Holidays
Tuesday 18 July
Four Corners
Wednesday 19 July
Cooking: Banana Biscuits
Thursday 20 July
Recycling: Cardboard Robots
Friday 21 July
Minute to Win it
Winter Holiday Program Bookings Are Open!
Participate in our winter-themed activities, including science experiments to learn about animals with blubber, recreating a winter snowstorm in a jar, and participating in a snowman slam!
To check out the daily schedule, visit our website at extend.com.au and book via the Parent Portal. Book 14 days in advance to receive the lowest rate.
Sam