With Grandparents Day fast approaching children have been busy writing invitations, drawing portraits, and sharing stories about their beloved Grandparents.
They say a picture is worth a thousand words and drawing portraits of Grandparents has been a catalyst for some children to share their memories and thoughts about what makes their Grandparents special to them.
Granny
“Her lives on a farm but I don’t. I help her feed the calves, I help feed the big calves up on the hill. I sometimes stay a night at Grannys… I like the farm cause there’s lots of things I can do”said Luca.
“Drawing is the easiest medium for children to master, and it quickly enables them to explain things with precision and detail. Children can make their thinking visible through drawing, and use it to make plans, theorise and tell stories" (Wright, 2012).
“Drawing is a powerful means for appreciating being… When children draw from memory, they can be transported back to a favourite place, person or event” (Wright, 2012)
And remember, Grandparents Day will be held at Bream Bay Kindergarten on Friday 14th September. Keep an eye on your mailbox (or your inbox) for your invitation and further details.
Hope to see you there!
