Real Camping

An exciting plan is developing! Today, Louise was out the back with a group of children, seated around the fire pit when some discussions arose about fires.

  Riley and Eligh talked about roasting marshmallows and a plan started forming about doing this at kindergarten. They drew upon their previous knowledge and experiences to tell Louise what was needed for this event. A list of things the children felt was important to have was recorded: lighters, matches, potatoes, ham, salmon, wood, paper, stones and seats. Safety issues were thought about "Careful not to let anyone fall in the fire," said Riley. "We're going to light it for real."

Ruby suggested "Fire hats" 

Riley shows he is thinking about his thinking and communicating with clarity. Louis asked what shape the fire should be. "It should be round," he replied. "Cos if it was square, people would have to go round and it needs to be secure and safe while it burns."

As a group, it was decided that they would have Real Camping on Friday. Riley stopped and thought "I have to make sure I'm here that day!" The anticipation for Friday is building. Lets see what happens and share in the fun! Ka mau te wehi!. Awesome!