At Sonas We celebrated Reconciliation Week, a series of engaging and culturally respectful activities were planned for the children:
Pasta Cutting and Necklace Making – Children used coloured pasta to practice cutting with scissors and stringing pieces together to make necklaces.
Volcano Eruption Experiment – A fun science activity using baking soda and vinegar to create a bubbling volcano.
Measuring and Pouring – Children used cups, jugs, and containers to scoop, pour, and measure materials like coloured water or dry pasta.
Handprint Artwork – Children created handprints using paint on paper to represent unity and the coming together of all cultures.
Analysis and Observation:
Pasta Cutting and Necklace Making: This fine motor activity allowed children to explore texture, develop hand-eye coordination, and engage in creativity while discussing cultural symbolism, such as the use of jewellery in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.
Volcano Eruption: The science experiment sparked excitement and curiosity. Children actively predicted what might happen, observed changes, and discussed their findings with peers and educators.
Measuring and Pouring: This experience encouraged mathematical thinking and language development. Children compared quantities and explored volume and capacity through hands-on play.
Handprint Art: The handprints symbolised identity, belonging, and respect for cultural diversity. Educators initiated discussions about Reconciliation Week, helping children understand the importance of inclusion and respect for First Nations cultures.