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When we got home Goblin was exhausted and fell asleep for two hours and then all he was fit for was a bit of TV, dinner and bed. So I sat there that evening panicing that I had done NOTHING with him that day.
Then I thought some more about what we had done that day ......
While in the woods Goblin played with his friends - learning important socialisation skills
He pretended that he was driving a train - using his imagination and creativity
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I think you answered your own worries in this post! Goblin sounds just like many of my boys, they learn far more from doing than sitting and listening. There is more than one way to learn, I only wish schools would realize this too! Thanks for sharing on Country Kids.
ReplyDeleteSounds like the best kind of learning to me!
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ReplyDeleteI love the pictures in this particular post. After reading your post earlier today I've been looking for a post for part of the day that I read last month and made me think about what you wrote regarding the alphabet and numbers. I don't know if you follow Aunt Annie but I love how she shared the memory of her mother teaching her brother in a very natural way that could happen any where! http://auntannieschildcare.blogspot.com.au/2012/09/about-teaching-two-rs-and-moving-donkey.html I think Goblin has many play opportunities that some children unfortunately do not get!
ReplyDeleteAs a teacher of 3-4 year olds, I would love to congratulate on all that you offer Goblin, please don't ever think you are letting him down. I firmly put more emphasis on personal, social & emotional skills at this age. Knowing that he is valued & loved is more important than him knowing letters & numbers. Kierna
ReplyDeleteWonderful post! You can't underestimate the power of playing outside! Thanks for linking to the Outdoor Play Party. Cheers.
ReplyDeleteA lovely post...i often have these thoughts too...but then i remember that play is the most important tool in learning and you described so many wonderful learning opportunities on your day out. What could be better...fresh air, fun and learning!
ReplyDeleteThanks too for the feature x