June 19th - Camouflage at Shotover

Making the most of the light evenings and good weather, we have spent more time out of doors. Last week we went to the C.S. Lewis Nature Reserve, where we looked for natural treasures, tried to spy newts in the pond, and swung on a rope swing. 

This week we went back to Shotover for a session on camouflage. First we discussed what camouflage was and what sort of animals used it and why. Then we painted our faces in green and brown to match our forest habitat. The Elfins split into small groups and weaved natural materials into netting to perfect their camouflage. They then hid group by group while the others searched for them. Some groups were flushed out by making them giggle! 

Can anyone see an Elfin?  

Come out, come out, wherever you are...

June 5th - Pebble pictures

Today we have a new Elfin - Rory, who is Max's brother. As it was a warm evening we sat outside for circle time.

We used different colour pebbles from Nick's holiday in Norfolk to make natural pictures in circular plastic lids from Orinoco. The gaps were filled in with play sand and glue before leaving them to dry whilst we played Octopus.