In the snakes room we thrive on fostering resilience in our children through different experiences thus giving them the tools, to have the capacity to deal with change and adversity.
Learning resilience through identity was this months focus.
Why Identity?
Because everything starts with SELF.
We create our own experiences and are responsible for how we feel.
- Self esteem
- Self worth
- Self confidence
- Self care
- Self love
As self-identity expands, children develop their personal and social skills and become more independent.
This sense of security leads children into feeling more positive about themselves and able to experience a range of emotions without feeling overwhelmed.
Self Portrait Drawing Activity
This exercise was a three stage activity.
Stage one
At one activity table, the children were provided with;
- A blank piece of paper;
- Coloured crepe paper; (to cover the page with different colours) and
- Spray bottles filled with water, to spray the paper and allow the colours to run through and down the page.
The purpose of this exercise was to create an interesting and layered backdrop for our portraits.
Stage two
At another activity table (while the backdrops were drying) the children were provided with:
- Another blank piece of paper;
- A black texta; and
- A mirror.
The children were supported through a guided activity, where they were encouraged to draw a portrait of themselves and to show as much detail as possible.
Stage three
This stage was all about a group discussion. Looking at each portrait we discussed the similarities and the differences that we could see. This group discussion assisted the children in understanding that “We are all different but at the same time, we are all friends”.
The Benefits Of The Exercise
This was an intentional confidence building activity.
To build confidence around their;
- Identity;
- Awareness of themselves and others; and
- Creating a sense of belonging in their classroom.
The portraits and coloured background were sandwiched together to finalise the masterpiece, which currently hang proudly on the wall, for everyone to see.
This activity also provided opportunity for fine motor development, drawing skills and pencil grip practice and just as importantly, to celebrate our differences and diversities.
Children With High Levels Of Resilience
Have the following characteristics;
- Ability to show empathy with others;
- Problem-solving skills;
- Communication skills;
- Ability to socialise with others;
- Independence;
- Ability to concentrate on school-work;
- Sense of humour; and
- High levels of self-concept, self-esteem and self-confidence.
That’s all from Miss Roshin, Miss Coby and the Snakes (Jomgwongs)
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