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Summer Fun at BestStart Rototuna
As the weather warms up and sunny days become more frequent, the children at Beststart Rototuna eagerly embrace the opportunity for water play. Their interest in exploring the wonders of water intensifies with each passing day. Engaging in water play activities offers numerous advantages for their learning and development. Not only do they delight in the sensory experience, but they also enhance their social skills as they interact with their peers, forging new friendships along the way.
Moreover, these activities foster a sense of confidence as the children navigate through various water-based challenges and experiments. Through this interactive play, they also delve into different concepts, including language acquisition, problem-solving techniques, and the importance of turn-taking and sharing. Water play fosters social interaction and cooperation as children engage in shared experiences.
They learn to negotiate roles, and collaborate on building water structures, promoting teamwork and communication. Water play encourages gross motor skills as children splash, pour, and move water containers. It also supports fine motor skills as they manipulate objects like cups, funnels, and water wheels. Most importantly, amidst the laughter and splashes, they cultivate a deep sense of joy and camaraderie with both their friends and teachers.
At Beststart Rototuna, water play serves as a rich educational opportunity, enriching the children's holistic development in a fun and engaging manner.