SUMMARY - Lodz, PM 163, Poland

The last journey in "One song - one voice" program took place in Birmingham in July. This meeting was full of good memories and friendly feelings. We went through all great activities which we did during past 2 years and discussed what was a success and what should be done in a bit different way. Concert in Cotteridge school gave us ideas how much we can achive even with the youngest. We had a walk not only through our memories but also history. Visiting place of birth of William Shakespeare was a great experience where we could not only see part of English history but also talk to friends who we meet during the project.


The whole project was unforbetabble experience and gave as a lot as teachers as well as normal people, because "diving" in other cultures always brings surprises. Those which happened here were luckily the good ones.
We hope we will stay in contact and maybe meet during some other projects.
Best wishes from Kindergarten in Lodz.
Alles gute von Kindergarten in Lodz.

SUMMER ADVENTURE - Lodz, PM 163, Poland

In May we could again be host for our friends from Austria and England. Beautiful weather gave us all good mood which made this meeting unforgettable. 

We had lovely walk through city of Lodz and even more interesting expierience in Cracow. Although emotionally heavy, trip to Auswitz and Birkenau was important part of this visit.

Day which we had spent in Kindrergarden was full of laugh, smiles and good emotions. Groups were presenting their classrooms and favourite games. Absorbing point were outdoor activities which took place in the garden. 

We will keep this meeting in our memory and we already can not waith for the next suprises connected with project “One song – one voice”.

English Songs Festival - Lodz, PM 163, Poland

Only last week children from various kindergardens visited our place to take part in a singing contest. Kids between age of 5 and 6 were presenting show to well us known compositions. Among stars we hosted Sting, Tina Turner, John Travolta and many others. Level of the comptetition was very high as all groups were singing to karaoke versions of the songs. All groups prepared great show and present very high language abilities that is why nobody left without a prize. Here you may see some of  our stars. 

Spring Song - Lodz, PM 163, Poland

Last week in our kindergarten children dressed in spring colors started to presented specially prepared for this event short song about spring. Everyone was delighted viewed children's performances ;)

Austrian running game

One child is the hunter, the other children are the rabbits.

The hunter has a soft ball and has to catch all the rabbits.

If the rabbits get caught, they will have to sit down on the bench (or a special place).

Austrian Running game

Description:

The children form a circle and sit down on the floor.

One child walks around the circle and touches the head of every child with his hand and says: duck, duck, duck, duck, duck ...... but when the child says fox, the chosen child has to stand up and try to catch the other child.

If the first child reaches the free place without being caught from the other child, it has to sit down. So the new child has to walk around the circle and the game starts again.

If the first child is not able to reach the free place it needs to do it again and the chosen child can sit down on his place.

Variation: Instead duck, you can say your favorite pet, for example: My favorite pet is a cat, so you have to say cat, cat, cat ... fox.

Easter - Lodz, PM 163, Poland

Today we had in our kinddergarden fair on the occasion of the approaching Easter. Works prepared by the children and some of them by the parents. Things bought at the bazaar will be decoration on the holiday table. 

To celebrate the upcoming holidays we would like to wish you
Happy Alleluia, and Easter time!
Colorfull eggs and lamb in basket!
All the best
Management and Staff PM 163

Our favorite games... -  Lodz, PM 163, Poland



FARMER IN THE WALLEY   
While children sing the song the main character choose his wife. Then son, daughter, dog, cat, mouse, cheese and butter. When the butter is chosen it get broken and everybody have to lie down.




KING

King sits on his throne and each child have to great him. He gives orders (sometimes very funny) which, one by one, children have to do. If by someone it is done very well he/she become new king. 

SCARF

Children in the circle sing the song, while this inside dance. Then the par (boy for a girl, girl for a boy) is chosen and they dance together. The chosen kid stay inside and the song start again.

ARTICLE ABOUT OUR PROJECT - Lodz, PM 163, Poland


   We are happy to announce that the article about this project written by 2 of our teachers was published in a magazine. The magazine is especially for kindergarden teacher and is well known among them. Unfortunatelly we are not allowed to present it here, but it will be shown during the next meeting. 
Here you may see the cover of this edition.

Our winter.... - Lodz, PM 163, Poland

Spring is just around the corner, but winter does not want to leave. Children enjoy the last days of fun in the snow but we hope that winter will soon be gone.
We will have guests soon and we wish it will be green at that time!

One child is the hunter, the other children are the rabbits.
The hunter has a soft ball and has to catch all the rabbits.
If the rabbits get caught, they will have to sit down on the bench (or a special place).

Description:

The children form a circle and sit down on the floor.One child walks around the circle and touches the head of every child with his hand
and says: duck, duck, duck, duck, duck ...... but when the child says fox, the chosen child has to stand up and try to catch the other child.
If the first child reaches the free place without being caught from the other child, it has to sit down. So the new child has to walk around the circle and the game starts again.
If the first child is not able to reach the free place it needs to do it again and the chosen child can sit down on his place.

Variation: Instead duck, you can say your favorite pet, for example: My favorite pet is a cat, so you have to say cat, cat, cat ... fox.

Grandma and Grandpa Day - Lodz, PM 163, Poland

That is a special celebration where children can show their grandparents how much they love them. They are preparing songs and poems as well as invitations for a common meetting and presents. It always raises a lot of smiles and even few tears are dropped.

Carnival Ball - Lodz, PM 163, Poland 

Our groups together with parents prepared a special Carnival Ball. Many witches, superheroes, fairies and other characters came to this event. There were games, competitions, a fashion show and a mini playback show. Everyone were dancing to popular songs and it was accompanied by laughter, smiles and common joy. 

                                                                               

"In a hairdresser salon" - Lodz, PM 163, Poland

One of our youngest groups was introduced to this profession. They were learning how to behave during such a visit and were getting familiar with appropriate equipment. Common work and creating haircuts was as well interesting for boys as for girls. A visit of professional hairdresser was a great surprise to all children.

The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity - Lodz, PM 163, Poland

Once again our kindegarten took part In a national festival which, this year was aimed at collecting money for infants and elder people. On Sunday 13th January there was an auction of items and home made cakes given us by parents. Lots of our children, together with their parents, helped us during this day.

Little chefs -  Lodz, PM 163, Poland          

Last week of January in one of the groups children got familiar with a job of a cook. They visited the kindergarten's kitchen and learned about kitchen tools and equipment. During the following days, together with a teacher they prepared desserts for their families and later inspired by this topic, played in an imaginary kitchen in one of the theme corners of their classroom.

Christmas decorations -  Lodz, PM 163, Poland

In our kindergarten we have a long tradition of preparing Christmas decorations. This year we took some ideas from our friends in Eibiswald. Here you can see as our children and their parents are working together to made our classes look beautiful.

Our Professional feast -the children learned a lot about different professions.