“CHOICES OF MOMENT FOR DOCUMEN

TATION, A BIT OF MULTIAGE AND

MULTILIGUAL “

( WALK TO THE PARK)

Questions and topic
https://youtu.be/RUnMKpZOia0

1. What interested/engaged children?

2. What would be your next action?
3. What learning processes do you notice? (You can refer to
questions and provocations in How Does Learning Happen
document
4. What was achieved?
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WHAT INTERESTED/ENGAGED
CHILDREN?

When the kids went for a walk in the park, they were interested in answering the
questions the teachers asked them. However, I also thought that the kids were
interested in playing in the park. For example, Child A was playing on the swing
and appeared to be having a great time while also taking advantage of the sunny
weather. In addition, as they made their way to the park, they noticed other items
on the sidewalks in people's driveways, such as signs that said, "I drive a
motorcycle" or "I have a dog." In addition to being interested in the questions
being posed, I think they were curious about what those objects were. “A well-
organized space with accessible materials and the opportunity to be outdoors at
will offer children a choice of activity and freedom of movement”. (Wien. 2018.
p.5). Since children are naturally curious about everything these days, including
objects and things they see outside, I think it's important to ask questions and
involve them in the learning process. It also helps to keep them engaged.

Reference: Think, Feel, Act. Course reading. (Wien, 2018).

Environments that Support Engagement and Expression
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUnMKpZOia0
WHAT WOULD BE YOUR NEXT ACTION?

The next thing that can be done is to explain to kids

that we need to stay together at all times and that if
they want to explore the park, they should go in
groups of three or four so that we can just think
about their safety. Since the park is a public area,
we also need to look around before letting them
enter to make sure there are no hazards, and we
can also tell them that they should always be
nearby so that someone can keep an eye on them.
 What was achieved?
It was successful because kids and
teachers discovered new strategies
for interacting with kids while strolling
in the park. Children's physical,
emotional, cognitive, and social
development all depend on outside
play. As the kids play outside, they're
also learning more about spending
time in nature.
What learning processes do you notice? (You can refer to questions and
provocations in HoDoes Learning Happen document

The way that I observed the

learning process was that the kids
and the teacher were having
conversations, such as asking
them about the weather or what
they saw in their neighbors' yards
when they were strolling to the
park.
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WHAT INTERESTED/ENGAGED CHILDREN?

What engaged the children were the questions that the educator would ask during their walk to and from
the park. For example, the educator asked Child H what the weather was like providing options and Child
H was able to answer correctly saying it was sunny. Then they passed by a motorcycle and the educator
asked how many people can ride a motorcycle which Child H then answered “two.” Lastly, walking back
from the park the educator stopped to get some leaves for the children to smell and feel they then
found a ladybug and the educator connected it to the book ladybug. Aside from that the children were
also engaged with the playground equipment such as the climbing pole, slide, swing and also by playing
catch and hide and seek with the educators. By these examples it is seen how diverse the educators are
in terms of their teaching strategy. It seems that Child H learns best when being asked questions while
the other children learn through risky play such as crossing the bridge and climbing poles. It is
mentioned in code of ethics that part of an RECE’s practices is to “Respond to the uniqueness of
individuals and groups of children. They identify appropriate strategies, access the necessary resources
and design curriculum to ensure full participation of all children, taking into account ability, cultural and
linguistic diversity and Indigenous identity. They provide all children with opportunities for engagement,
exploration and expression” (Code of Ethics, 2017, p.10). Which seems to apply to what the educators
were doing in the video.
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WHAT WOULD BE YOUR NEXT
ACTION?

My next action as an educator would be to introduce the

children to loose part as seeing as their engagement
suggests that they enjoy and learn from the experience
especially through outdoor exploration. According to Dietze
& Kashin “when children become interested in loose parts,
they begin the process of exploration and discovery” (2022,
p.195). By introducing children to loose parts it allows them
to create a play through natural resources which gives them
opportunity to connect and learn from nature.
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WHAT LEARNING PROCESSES DO YOU NOTICE? (YOU CAN REFER TO QUESTIONS
AND PROVOCATIONS IN HOW DOES LEARNING HAPPEN DOCUMENT

The learning process I noticed is how often the educator took advantage of the
situations to create a learning experience by asking questions. Such as asking
questions about the weather, or how many people can go on a motorcycle and
also connecting the lady bug they saw from a leaf to the book. This kind of
teaching strategy fits well with the foundation of “Expression” on How does
learning happen. It was mentioned in the document that “Opportunities to explore
materials support creativity, problem solving, and mathematical behaviours.
Language-rich environments support growing communication skills, which are
foundational for literacy” (OMed, 2014a, p.8). The way the educator takes
advantage of every part of their little trip to make a situation a learning experience
by asking questions engages the kids better and it also allows them to be
independent and come up with their own answers as a way to problem solve.
Furthermore this also helps enhances their vocabulary and communication skills as
they are communicating with them often.
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WHAT WAS ACHIEVED?

What was achieved through this little trip to the park is the practice of risky and outdoor play as
well as outdoor exploration which the educators made learning experiences about as they asked
questions. With outdoor play and exploration as well as risky play it helps children become their
own person and build independence. It also gives them confidence to navigate the outside world
and make use of its resources by finding play in the most random things and situations. With
every play there’s a learning experience. As Dietze and Kashin mentioned that children learn
about their world by tinkering and testing out their ideas, they learn from their mistakes as they try
to achieve success as their goal (2022, p.125).
 What interested/engaged children

The children were excited and curious toChild a answ respond to the questions that the
teacher asked them while thwy were out for a walk in the park. They also saw many
things on their way such as signs and they were intersted in many things on their way
such as tacher asked how many can go on motorcycle child A answerd two.Child B, for
instance ,seems to be enjyoing himself greatly while playing on the swing.When they
were heading back teacher gave them some leafs for smell and than child C,pointed his
fingure and said a ladybug. I believe that in addition to being attracted by the questios.
They were also takling about the weather as all this conversation with their teacher
helps to improve their language as well as observation skills .

Reference : How does learning happens,

Teaching Strategies - Gaining Children's Attention

https://youtu.be/jbNpDq7ZUDY
 What would be your next
action
Ensuring the playground safety take precautions to reduce
the risk when playing outside. Engaging with them in play
by reminding them saftey measures. As per Code of Ethics
to make sure children are safe healthy and under proper
supervision.Educators should also know the emergancy
protocols ,possible hazards and they playground layout.By
provinding them more knowledge about outdoors
.Creating learning and playfull enviournment so they can
play and explore more things.
 What interested/ Engaged children?

Children were engaged in the conversation built by educators as

they were enjoying the sunny weather while on the walk going
towards the park. Child A was interested in playing with a ball,
laughing, and giggling with an educator on the slide. Children
enjoyed each other’s company and educators were also involved in
the play. Child B was taking swing and interacting with an educator
with a smile on face.
 What would be your next action?

According to the Code of Ethics educators that specifically

addresses children playing in the park must ensure children’s
safety, well-being, and appropriate supervision of children.
Implement safety measures to minimize risks during outdoor
play. Educators should be aware of the park's layout, potential
hazards, and emergency procedures. They may need to establish
ground rules and guidelines to promote a safe play environment.
 What learning process do you notice

As the children were exploring outside enviournment as well as

their teacher was fully engaged with them to taking about the
surroundings asking them queastions about their own experiences
this is a part of active learning .This helps them to build Social
Interaction with others as they answring to the questions which
will enhance their language skills.During the nature walk they
observed many things on their way and asked questions to the
teacher they express their feelings toward many things .
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What was achieved
The how does learning happen ? Onrtario ‘s pedagogy for the
early years document decribes benifits of physical play natural
outdoor spaces.Which not only improves physical health but
also enhance cognative abilities like attention,creavtive
problem solving ,perception . As children were takling about
many thingd which were on their way they also shared their
own experiences with the teachers.
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What learning processes do you notice? (You can refer to
questions and provocations in How Does Learning Happen
document.

Educators can observe how children form connections and sense

of belonging within the park environment. Children are engaged in
physical activity which promotes health and wellness. Children
also learn to express themselves verbally and non-verbally.
Children to communicate with peers, educators or even the
environment itself.
 What was achieved?

The CCEYA recognizes the importance of physical activity for

children's health and development. Achievements in the
playground would involve providing opportunities for active play,
gross motor skill development, and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
 WHAT WOULD BE YOUR NEXT ACTION?

I will explain them more about surrondings that they are playing in also by joining them in play as
engagment plays a vital role in any activity. The environment itself directly impacts children’s
opportunities to become fully engaged in their play .How Does Learning Happen? p.35.)

Being an educator we can plan activities based on what we observed during

an outdoor play by encouraging children to climb on low structure or
balancing on low beams. we can also introduce games which involves walking
on narrow path. Supervise all activities closely, adapt them to the individual
needs of the children.
what learning process do you notice?
As i observed the way teacher was fully involved with the children and she
let them play by their own to explore more thingds.For an example children
were running and jumping on the woodway of a sling .Which allow them to
explore things in their own way.But they were fully engaged with them
.Educators get involved in play with children to support development
,challenge ,thinking and extend learning .(How Does Learning Happen ?p.35.)
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WHAT WAS ACHIEVED?

Looking at it from the 6 principles of practice lenses what was achieved through this learning
experience is principle 1,2,5 and 6. Principle 1 states: setting positive experiences to support behaviour,
health and well-being (OMed, 2014a, p.10). On the other hand, principle 4 & 5 states almost the same
idea which is to set a program that supports children’s interest, curiosity and one that sees play as an
important aspect of learning (OMed, 2014a, p.10). Lastly, principle 6 looks at how responsive and
knowledgeable the educators are (OMed, 2014a, p.10). Connecting it to the learning experiences within
the video proves that the educators were able to establish these 4 principles with one experience. The
walk and play in the park itself supports all principles as it supports the children’s health and well being
as well as their interest and curiosity. The educators were also responsive and knowledgeable given the
fact that they asked a lot of questions to create a learning experiences and to engage the children such
asking how many people can go up to a motorcycle and connecting a bug they saw from the leaf to the
book lady bug.
 REFERENCE PAGE
Administration for Children and Families (ACF). (2017, October 30). Walk to park. YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUnMKpZOia0

College of early childhood educators. (2017, July). Code of ethics and standards of practice - college-
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Dietze, B., & Kashin, D. (2022). Playing and learning in early childhood education. Pearson.

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Think, Feel, Act. Course reading. (Wien, 2018). Environments that Support Engagement and Expression

Teaching Strategies - Gaining Children's Attention https://youtu.be/jbNpDq7ZUDY y