This week was filled with exciting learning experiences, discoveries, and special moments for the Savanna students. From observing the growth of plants in our garden to preparing for and participating in School Open Day, the children showed enthusiasm, responsibility, and confidence throughout the week.
The eggplant and bell pepper seedlings planted by the Savanna students continue to grow bigger each day. As we observed the plants, the children made several interesting discoveries. Tiny bell peppers have started to appear, and some of the flowers have begun to wither. They also took responsibility for caring for the seedlings by helping one another water them each day.
On Monday, we visited the park with our Rainforest friends. The children always look forward to our park days because they enjoy spending time and playing with their older friends. They had a wonderful time chasing each other, collecting flowers, and engaging in imaginative camping and barbecue pretend play.
In preparation for Open Day, the children worked hard during role-play practice. We introduced props and movements, making the activities even more enjoyable and engaging. The students became increasingly independent and efficient in organizing their groups, roles, lines, and props. Their teamwork, cooperation, and dedication were wonderful to see.
On Thursday, we held our School Open Day, and the Savanna students were delighted to welcome their parents to school. They were excited to showcase what they had been working on and proudly demonstrated their beautiful singing voices and energetic dances. During the Morning Circle and UOI lessons, the children did their best to communicate in English and actively participate in classroom activities. Their confidence and effort were evident throughout the day. The highlight of Open Day was the family role-play presentation. After days of preparation, the children performed in front of their parents and friends. Some students felt a little shy when speaking about their roles and responsibilities in front of a larger audience, but they showed great courage by trying their best. Their hard work, determination, and willingness to step out of their comfort zones made the performance a success.
In Music lessons, the children have been singing the traditional Japanese song “Chatsumi” (Tea Picking Song) while performing accompanying hand motions. Clapping and moving their hands at the right timing provides great practice for both coordination and concentration.
When they try the activity while facing a partner, it can be quite challenging to match their hand movements perfectly. However, the activity is so much fun that it always brings lots of smiles and laughter.
In melodica (pianica) practice, the children have begun playing simple melodies using the two notes Do (C) and Re (D). They learned to keep their hands curved as if holding a ball while playing the keys, and they were able to produce beautiful sounds with great success.
In Gym lessons, the children also participated in partner activities. Working together with a friend and sharing one ball, they practiced skills such as throwing and catching, as well as passing the ball under their legs. These activities allowed them to stay active while having fun and developing their cooperation skills.
We also continued our regular bridge practice, which has become a familiar part of each lesson. This time, the children first practiced lifting their hips while keeping their backs on the floor. After that, they moved on to supporting themselves with their hands and lifting their hips higher to form a bridge. Little by little, more children are learning to straighten their arms and create a strong, beautiful bridge shape. We are delighted to see their strength and confidence growing with each lesson.
We are incredibly proud of all the Savanna students for their hard work, enthusiasm, and positive attitudes this week. Open Day was a special opportunity for them to share their learning and growth with their families, and they rose to the occasion beautifully. Well done, everyone! You should be very proud of yourselves, and we are sure you made your parents proud and happy too. We look forward to more exciting learning adventures in the weeks ahead.
