Monday 10 March 2014

Music Supports Co-Operation

Recently teachers have noticed that since returning to Kindergarten this year all of the children in our afternoon session are very co-operative in their play together. 
This was evident in session this afternoon when a small group of children were enjoying dancing to some music. While using the ribbons everyone was having fun and being creative using their bodies to explore the different types of music.

Hanna came along and watched the small group in play and it wasn't long before Ben recognised this and said "Hanna, here" while passing her a spare ribbon that he had.
"Thank you" Hanna replied with a big smile on her face.

While enjoying exploring the different types of music children were working with and alongside each other. Using the ribbons encouraged the exploration of and a discussion around personal spaces (around themselves and others), and how best to use the ribbons in a caring and respectful way - otherwise known as Manaakitanga. 

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