As Willow class made their way to Forest School, they noticed many changes in nature. They noticed an increase in vegetation saying “it’s like a jungle”, they also noticed all the birds singing around us. A little further on they found a ditch full of soft mud that was full of foot prints. Upon closer inspection, the children decided that the footprints belonged to deer.
Once in the wood, the children had the opportunity to practice their fire striking skills. Some found this a little tricky but were determined not to give up. With some great encouragement from their classmates, they finally managed to strike the spark and light their piece of cotton wool.
With the fire nice and warm, the children took it in turns to come in and roast a marshmallow: this was then placed between two chocolate biscuits ready to be enjoyed.
Using paint and leaves, the children were able to get creative and make some beautiful leaf printed pictures. First they sponged their paint onto the back of the leaf and then carefully placed it down onto some paper, making sure to rub the entire leaf before peeling it off to revel the print of the leaf, showing all the veins.
While off exploring by the stream ,the children came across a toad. They also enjoyed tree climbing and taking it in turns to push their friends in the hammock.
