We are Creative Thinkers

We are diving deep into the world of imagination and inquiry. We aren’t just reading books; we’re exploring "Wonderlands"—those internal and external places where curiosity leads the way to imaginative play and dialling up our Creativity in different ways. 

Inquiry is more than just a skill; it’s a way of engaging with the world. Children use their imagination all day, everyday but often need plenty of opportutiies to grow this as well.  We are encouraging taking risks, thinking outside of the box, pondering the what ifs.....
We are using stories and music as our compass to create and navigate around imaginary landscapes.   Stories sometimes give us that map while music provides atmosphere and emotions. Soundscapes can transport a room into a deep forest or a bustling Martian city in seconds.

Here are some examples of what we pictured in our minds when we listened to a description and music. 

Simple Ways to Explore at Home. -   Here are a few ways to turn an ordinary afternoon into an inquiry-based adventure:

• The Soundtrack Swap Play a piece of music, then a slow ambient track. Ask: "What kind of creature lives in this music?"   What does the environment look like ? What is happening ? 
  
• Story "Fracturing" Read a familiar tale but stop halfway. Ask: "What if the hero made a different choice here?"  Change up a character or change a character into a villan.  
  
• Prop Prompts Place a random object (like a whisk or a scarf) in the center of the room. Ask: "In our Wonderland, this isn't a whisk. What is it?"    
  
• Go on that bear hunt, visit Dr Suess or make a fort that can transport you to amazing places.