Let's make a Christmas tree! This week we did crafts in English. Do you know what scissors are? Or glue?


We do! How about sequins?

We listened to instructions on how to make a 3d Christmas tree with a star on top, and then we got to it while enjoying some seasonal music. We can do all of the activities we do in Finnish, in English too - everyday situations give us a fantastic opportunity to hear, learn and use English - by using English in front of the children, we're giving them something amazing - the development of their language skills which has huge benefit for them in the future. When the children hear their role models using English, it helps them to be inspired and brave enough to use it too! Children learn fast and they're not afraid of making mistakes - when you're learning on the side as you do something you enjoy, it's easy! So let's say it in English! We can do it! 



These Christmas trees were made by the Ilvekset group - aren't they beautiful!

Our Christmas related vocabulary is growing - we're going to learn all of the following words: Christmas tree, star, elf, bells, sleigh, Santa Claus, present and reindeer. This was our treasure hunt activity, it was a big hit with all of the groups.

In December we also learnt Jingle Bells . Why not sing it at home too? If you like to sing in English, how about learning Twinkle Twinkle little star as well?