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25.01.2022 Decorating Christmas bags While inside the Kookaburras started to design their Christmas bags to be sent home at the end of the year. The kookaburras used their fine motor skills and hand eye coordination to pick a stamp, dip it into the paint and stamp it onto the bag. ... They all enjoyed decorating their Christmas bags. 1.1 Feel safe, secure and supported 3.1 Become strong in their social and emotional well-being 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.

24.01.2022 Group time in the Kookaburras room Today during group time Miss Caroline encouraged the children to sing along to Meeks rules and children’s acknowledgment of the country. This builds children’s confidence and also encourages them to join in for group time. ... Miss Caroline asked a few of the Kookaburras to pick a book of their choice which was numbers. The Kookaburras all counted along each fruit and focused on their numeracy by counting to 10. 1.1 Feel safe, secure and supported 4.2 Develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation, hypothesizing, researching and investigating

24.01.2022 For group time this morning, Miss Madi brought in an emu egg. The children passed the egg around and commented on how heavy the egg is. We looked at what an emu looks like on the iPad. We also did our Acknowledgment of country, Meeks rules and our sun cream song. 2.1 Develop a sense of belonging to groups and communities and an emerging understanding of reciprocal rights and responsibilities

24.01.2022 Back In Time - Ball Games After the children had some time with the animals this morning, they enjoyed helping Miss Chloe prepare for a game! The children were being great helpers! They helped Miss Chloe hang some tins on the tree, all different heights! The children were then given a dice each to take turns to aim and throw into the tins. The children formed a big line and took turns in aiming the dice into the tins, they demonstrated great gross motor, aiming skills and team work and support! 3.2 Develop increasing responsiubility for their own health and physical well-being

23.01.2022 Activities before morning tea today...

23.01.2022 Chalk drawing this morning

23.01.2022 Chalk drawing! The children are drawing some amazing things! Mr K drew a crab in the ocean ! Amazing work Mr K

22.01.2022 Chasing bubbles with insect nets - a great way to develop gross motor skills, hand eye cordination and persistance while playing in the beautiful outdoor environment, sunshine and fresh air

22.01.2022 Sensory play !!! The children used their hands to touch and feel the texture of the shaving cream. Its soft Miss H said. Mr L said it smells the children talked about how it smells, the colour of the shaving cream and how it feels in their hands. 1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.

22.01.2022 Christmas wreath The kookaburras started Christmas craft today!!! After outside play the Kookaburras come inside for craft, Miss Courtney helped trace each of the kookaburras hand then asked them to identify which hand print was their own. After they were all cut up, the kookaburras helped miss Courtney glue them together and add some special touches. ... 3.1 Become strong in their social and emotional well-being 4.2 Develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation, hypothesizing, researching and investigating

22.01.2022 Some quite activities, drawing and using stamps to create their very own artwork to take home 1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.

22.01.2022 Making some secret Christmas craft today

21.01.2022 Christmas stocking During outside play the Kookaburras had the choice to make a Christmas stocking! Miss Courtney prepared green and red paint also glitter! The kookaburras used their fine motor skills to dip the sponge into the paint then dab it onto the paper, then using the glitter shaker the children put as much glitter as they wanted onto their stocking. ... 3.1 Become strong in their social and emotional well-being 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity. 5.1 Interact verbally and non-verbally with others for a range of purposes

21.01.2022 Feeding the cows and chickens this evening

20.01.2022 Stencil painting.. Finger painting.. Experimenting with different ways to paint, sensory play, colours, creativity

20.01.2022 Costruction and building activities! Promoting fine motor manipulation and strength Allows children to use their visual perception and spacial awareness as they fit pieces of materials together Encourages team work, communication, problem solving and social skills

20.01.2022 Some indoor activities this afternoon whilst our little friends were sleeping. We had threading, play dough, cars, bowling and magnetic and foam blocks. Lots to keep our little minds occupied! 1.4 Learn to interact in relation with others with care, empathy and respect

19.01.2022 An excursion out the front!! Using our gross motor skills to use the petals on the bikes and catching bubbles !!! 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.

19.01.2022 Jumping castle fun Today the Kookaburras and Blue Tongues played in the jumping castle thanks to Miss Marie. All of thr children enjoyed developing their gross motor skills by jumping with other peers. ... 1.4 Learn to interact in relation with others with care, empathy and respect 3.2 Develop increasing responsibility for their own health and physical well-being

19.01.2022 Happy Birthday Miss P!!! We wish you the happiest of birthdays and hope you get spoilt rotten. Thank you for the beautiful balloons and lolly bags for all your friends!

19.01.2022 HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! HAPPIEST OF BIRTHDAYS to you both for Friday and this Wednesday! Love all of your friends and educators at Meeks !!

19.01.2022 Group time with Miss belle in the blue tongues! Today Miss Belle spoke about Christmas and elf on the shelf ! Miss Belle brought an advent calendar and Mr J got to pull out the first surprise on our calendar ! We then looked at the letter that was beside our elf on the shelf and after we looked at the letter we read the elf on the shelf story. To end grouptime we went over Meeks rules and the acknowledgment of country and some friends had some news to show their class.

18.01.2022 Proud of his amazing colouring today

18.01.2022 This morning in group time Miss Maddy went through our daily routine and talked about with the children about the moon and how the moon goes through phases of being full and being a half moon etc. the children were very engaged and to finish group time some friends showed us their news!

18.01.2022 This morning the children chose sensory play!! The children spoke about the colours they can see, what it smells like and how it feels between their fingers! Children love sensory play!! Benefits sensory play has on children are: it helps to build nerve connections in the brain.... it encourages the development of motor skills. it supports language development. it encourages 'scientific thinking' and problem solving. it can involve mindful activities which are beneficial for all children. See more

18.01.2022 School Readiness For school readiness today, the Blue Tongues enjoyed using paddle pop sticks and play dough to create 2D shapes. The children were creative with the shapes they made, some made squares, triangles, rectangles and others tried to make hearts and stars as well. The children used their fine motor skills and manipulation skills to be able to mould and shape the paddle pop sticks the way they anticipated! 4.2 Develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation, hypothesizing, researching and investigating

17.01.2022 Watering our garden with Miss Marie !! This morning Miss Marie got out the hose and spoke about the importance of our garden getting the right amount of water and sun to help out plants to grow !! 1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency 2.4 Become socially responsible and show respect for the environment... 4.3 Transfer and adapt what they have learned from one context to another

16.01.2022 Lots of constructive play today at Meeks! What is Constructive Play? Constructive play is simply what happens when kids use toys or other non-toy materials to build or create something new. Typically, it includes activities associated with construction such as dissembling, moulding, assembling, sorting or stacking. It offers a hands-on learning avenue for children, making it easier for them to recall any information gathered during the course of learning.

16.01.2022 Afternoon quiet time activities today involved playing with the train tracks, play dough, magnetic blocks, reading stories and cars. OUTCOME 4: Children are confident and involved learners

16.01.2022 This morning we had lots of children that shared their news with their peers. Mr L brought in a special felt board song on our program theme, Space. We sang together and watched the felt pieces develop into a story. We also did Our Acknowledgement of Country, Meeks Rules and our Suncream song to complete our group time. 1.3 Develop knowledgeable and confident self identities 1.4 Learn to interact in relation with others with care, empathy and respect... OUTCOME 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world See more

16.01.2022 Learning how too hoola hoop

16.01.2022 Making cup cakes with Miss Maddy! This afternoon the children helped Miss Maddy to put egg, milk and butter into the bowl. Once they put their ingredients into the bowl they then helped to mix all the ingredients together 1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency... 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity. 4.3 Transfer and adapt what they have learned from one context to another

16.01.2022 Outdoors this morning with our friends.... we were involved in sand play, obstacle course, looking at our rabbits, playing in the cubby house and painting. The children stood behind the easel and another child got to trace their face with the paint brush. 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.

15.01.2022 Outside play This morning the kookaburras spent this morning outside playing in the sandpit, watering the plants, riding the bikes and also climbing through our new play tunnel. The children enjoyed building sand castles and discovering how they needed wet sand to help the sand castle stick together. ... 1.4 Learn to interact in relation with others with care, empathy and respect 2.3 Become aware of fairness 3.1 Become strong in their social and emotional well-being

15.01.2022 Story time with Miss Maddy before going outside Stories -giraffe in the bath -the things I love about school - pirate Pete needs to pee

15.01.2022 The Prep children have played a game of Snakes and Ladders today after school ready time. We are learning rules, following and remebering instructions, taking turns and developing early mathematics skills

15.01.2022 Afternoon colouring

14.01.2022 Group time with Miss Maddy!! Today we have done the acknowledgement of country and talked about Meeks rules! The children also got to do show and tell. Mr M showed us his wonky donkey book! 1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency

14.01.2022 Craft time this morning in the great outdoors with Miss Marie. The children made flower gardens out of popsicle sticks and cupcake liners. They used the glue sticks to secure their items to their pages. 1.1.1 Approved learning framework. Curriculum decision making contributes to each child's learning and development outcomes in relation to their identity, connection with community, wellbeing, confidence as learners and effectiveness as communicators.

13.01.2022 We are doing some yoga during quiet activity time. Stretching our bodies, breathing practice, finding peace. Some of the children look like they've done this before

13.01.2022 This morning we were talking about spring and colourful flowers. The children used the bottom of a bottle to create pink flowers for our tree, we talked about the importance of how and why trees loose their leaves in autumn and how the flowers and leaves come back in spring. 2.4 Become socially responsible and show respect for the environment 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence..., imagination and reflexivity. 4.3 Transfer and adapt what they have learned from one context to another

13.01.2022 Group time today... Mr T brought in an aeroplane to share with his friends and showed us the noises it makes. Miss Z brought in some Elsa figurines too. We spoke about our lavender paintings that we did the other day and Miss Wendy brought some real lavender in for us to look at and smell. Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners. Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators.

12.01.2022 The Children made sunflower paintings today for craft. They used cotton reels for the centre and small paint brushes for the petals. Using small paint brushes helps children develop pincer grasp which they will need in able to correctly hold a pencil. OUTCOME 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world.

12.01.2022 Group time in the blue tongues we looked around the room and welcomed our new peers that have joined us this week! We also went over our visual routine, acknowledgment of country and Meeks rules

12.01.2022 Some great team work the boys created a rocket ship and a house! Great construction building !! 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.

12.01.2022 Music and movement today ! Sleeping bunnies, gummy bear song, baby shark

12.01.2022 This morning Miss Caroline followed the children’s interests and got out the hose for the Blue Tongues and Kookaburras to be able to water the plants. Miss Caroline engaged with the children about how plants grow and if we don’t water the plants on hots days then they will die. This encourages the children to have independence, self help skills and to learn to take care for their own gardens and environment. 1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sens...e of agency 2.4 Become socially responsible and show respect for the environment 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity. 4.2 Develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation, hypothesizing, researching and investigating

12.01.2022 Australian plants ! As an extension of learning the Blue Tongues were engaged in an activity where we learnt about an Australian native plant! We looked at a Waratah and the colours you see on the Waratah. 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.

11.01.2022 So so proud of the Meek's Preschool team! We didnt take home the win tonight... next year Thank you for all of the wishes from our friends and families. We love you all!

11.01.2022 G is for GIRAFFE The children loved this craft! Beginning by tracing their arms to make the giraffe’s body then using their fine motor skills to use a toothbrush to paint on their spots! Then sticking on our ears and eyes!

10.01.2022 Music and movement with Miss Maddy and Miss Jess! Dancing too: wombat wobble eye of the tiger freeze dance... hokey pokey hot potatoes wash your face with orange juice head shoulders knees and toes See more

10.01.2022 Sand play!! The Blue Tongues love love loveee sand play! The children used their fine motor skills to dig, scoop and create different things using the sand. Sensory play supports language development, cognitive growth, fine and gross motor skills, problem solving skills, and social interaction. Sensory play is great for calming an anxious or frustrated child. This helps children learn sensory attributes (hot, cold, sticky, dry) 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as cu...riosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity. 5.1 Interact verbally and non-verbally with others for a range of purposes

10.01.2022 Feeding Cupcake and Tilly our food scraps this afternoon. We are learning respect and care for animals. Recycling our food scraps back into the environment the children love our farm animals so much

08.01.2022 Using a sponge brush to create lavender petals! 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity. 1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency

07.01.2022 Making UFO’s with Miss Caroline this morning talking about where they might see a UFO

07.01.2022 Our awesome game of bowling yesterday. So many laughs

06.01.2022 Feeding the bunnys! Giving them some carrot and lettuce! 1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency 5.1 Interact verbally and non-verbally with others for a range of purposes

06.01.2022 Ten pin bowling today with Miss Maddi...

05.01.2022 Welcome to the Kookaburras room! Today Miss Marie and the Kookaburras painted a canvas for our painted kookaburras to sit on. The children helped paint the canvas green using dabbing motions. While we were letting the canvas dry, Miss Wendy printed off the letters for Kookaburra and the children were left to create a wonderful design on each letter. ... 1.4 Learn to interact in relation with others with care, empathy and respect 2.3 Become aware of fairness 3.1 Become strong in their social and emotional well-being 4.2 Develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation, hypothesizing, researching and investigating

05.01.2022 Feather Writing For craft today, the Blue Tongues enjoyed doing something a little different as we learn about back in time! The children were provided with grey paint and some feathers to use instead of a paint brush. Using the feathers, the children dipped the end into the paint, they then were encouraged to write a letter to someone. Some of the children expressed themselves through free art and others were able to write their names with the feather. 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.

05.01.2022 Play dough, puzzles and colouring for some quite activity time! Using our fine motor skills to manipulate the play dough and to colour in creating amazing things using our imagination! 1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.... 4.2 Develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation, hypothesizing, researching and investigating

05.01.2022 Burning off some energy riding bikes before lunch Developing gross motor skills, balance, spacial awareness and coordination

04.01.2022 Its beginning to look like Christmas with some little helpers setting up the decorations!

04.01.2022 School readiness with Miss Marie !! The children looked at different sizes, big and small. The children have been looking at number and colour recognition and have been encouraged to write their own names 1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.

04.01.2022 Today Miss Maddy worked on shooting star creations with the children. This process involved the children using their fine motor skills to dip their paintbrush in the glue and apply it to the paper. They then sprinkled glitter over the glue to make their stars shine. Throughout this activity, the children verbally interacted with their peers and Educators alike. Philosophy: Every day we will provide experiences which will give each child the opportunity to explore music and movement, language, science, art, culture and mathematics.

04.01.2022 Making our end of year bags today using our fine motor skills to paint, use stamps and stickers

04.01.2022 Drawing Some of the kookaburras asked to do drawing at rest time, they enjoyed drawing with Miss Maddie and showing their creative skills 4.2 Develop a range of skills and processes such as problem solving, inquiry, experimentation, hypothesizing, researching and investigating

03.01.2022 The children found a bug in the garden which they thought was a lady bug. 1.2 Develop emerging autonomy, interdependence, resilience and sense of agency 4.3 Transfer and adapt what they have learned from one context to another

02.01.2022 Today the children loved catching bubbles with insect nets, exploring the front environment and playing on their walky-talky phones

02.01.2022 School readiness today with Miss Trina and Miss Caroline ! This morning the children have done some letter and colour recognition Aswell as learning beginning sounds and shapes !! 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity. 5.2 Engage with a range of texts and gain meaning from these texts... 5.4 Begin to understand how symbols and pattern systems work

01.01.2022 Water play!!! This morning we played in the water using sea animals and our trucks to communicate with themselves and with their friends! We spoke about what animals live in the sea and all the baby animals they can have! 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity. 5.1 Interact verbally and non-verbally with others for a range of purposes... 5.3 Express ideas and make meaning using a range of media

01.01.2022 Kookaburra Grape painting! To extend our learning in the letter G the Kookaburras have used their fine motor skills and hand eye coordination to use the sponge paint brushes to dab our grapes. Outcome 3.1 Children become strong in their social and emotional wellbeing.... Outcome 4.1 Children develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity. Outcome 5.4 Children begin to understand how symbols and pattern systems work.

01.01.2022 This morning Miss Marie did some spaceship collages with the children. They used gold and silver cellophane and star stickers to make their creations. The children are enjoying our program this fortnight on Space. 2.0 Children are connected with and contribute to their world. 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.

01.01.2022 Playing outdoors at Meek's... Provokes an interest in nature, sustainable living and the environment. Provides opportunities for conversations between children and their peers and educators about nature and living things.... Promotes an abstract way of thinking. Exposes children to a broad sensory activity allowing them to feel, smell, touch and hear the natural environment around them. Envourages creativity, imagination and social skills. KNOWN FACT: Children who spend time in nature are more active and less prone to stress and anxiety Most days after we feed the farm animals we walk down to the bush and dam to have a look for kangaroos, spot the fish swimming in the water, say hi to the horses chilling in the back paddock and pick the little flowers growing by the water. Today some of the children were throwing the little flowers as far as they could to see who could throw the furthest. The other children were watching and laughing. We found 1 big fish only and no roos today. So blessed to have a wonderful natural environment to explore at Preschool

01.01.2022 Tonight we are finalists at the Local Business Awards! Meek, Wendy, Neece, Trina, Madelin and Tamara will be representing Meek's Preschool and Early Learning Centre at the event. We have worked so hard for all of our achievements this year and trophey or not we could not be more proud of our team, our children and our beautiful service. ... We will keep you updated throughout the night and please keep your fingers crossed for the win

01.01.2022 Water colour craft Yesterday with Miss Courtney some of the children helped make coloured ice which consisted of food colouring and water, we put them into the freezer to set. Today while outside we decided to check on the coloured ice cubes. The Kookaburras each picked the colour they wanted to paint with and placed it onto the paper, some of the children identified the ice cube was cold and only used 1 finger to move the ice cubes around. ... Some of the other Kookaburras loved the different sensory feeling and continued to pick different colours to make a rainbow on their paper. The Kookaburras enjoyed watching the ice cubes melt and asked why did it melt and why does it look like that. It was amazing to watch the children observe what was happening to the ice. 3.1 Become strong in their social and emotional well-being 3.2 Develop increasing responsibility for their own health and physical well-being 4.1 Develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity.

01.01.2022 Great building boys !! Working together to make a spaceship