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Science for all ages is best learned through hands-on inquiry. Our Kindergarteners at Northbridge International School Cambodia have been highly engaged in real-life, meaningful inquiry through our Homes and Structures Unit of Inquiry.
The inquiry began in the Makerspace. Our children used their knowledge of houses to build a structure only using paper and cardboard. After discussions about the houses we have seen in real life, the children started building houses using mud. The first step was to create mud bricks.
Meaningful exploration through their senses allowed the children to understand more about the properties of mud, which involved a deep scientific investigation. The children observed how the mud set; supporting them to begin to understand reversible and irreversible changes. They used the mud bricks to make houses, which were unfortunately destroyed in our recent thunderstorms!
From this, the children decided that they would need to build with something a little more sturdy and some suggested cement. With careful supervision, the children were able to mix the cement, and pour it into a mould.
This exploration is invaluable for the children. They are learning to observe and create as scientists do! Please encourage your child (whatever age) to engage in messy, sensory play at home.
Here are some ideas on how you can support this:
- explore mud
- have a very bubbly bubble bath
- bake together
- paint together
Last week, our second annual NISC Cup kicked off, with four schools and over one hundred students facing off to see who would be taking home the silverware on offer in separate boys’ and girls’ competitions. Last year CIA girls’ team won a thrilling final and were hoping that the cup would be returning to their school for a second year in a row, while our own NISC boys’ team were hoping to retain their hard won 2023 title.
World Children's Day, celebrated on November 20th, is a global occasion dedicated to promoting the rights and well-being of children everywhere.
Metacognition is the process of thinking about one’s own thinking. It involves reflecting on how you come to conclusions, understanding why you think the way you do, and recognizing patterns in your thought processes. By developing an awareness of your thinking, you can learn to reduce cognitive biases or identify and reuse effective thought processes in different situations. Essentially, metacognition helps people become more intentional and effective in their actions and decision-making.
At Northbridge International School Early Learning, we believe that children's curiosity is a powerful tool for learning, sparking discoveries that help them develop important skills for life. Through loose parts play, we create an environment where children’s natural inquisitiveness shines.