The principle is that plant matter is sandwiched between two layers of cloth and gently hammered till it releases the pigments from the leaves which is predominantly chlorophyll, this is tataki zome or if from the flower the pigments contained within , this is hama zome. This is a great art form that links to nature and seasons, it is a great science observation too.
It is proven from research that learning that takes place in the outdoors is much more powerful and memorable as all the senses are involved. It assists:
Here at Horton, we are blessed with a wonderful site for Forest School. Our wildlife and pond area, gardening space, willow hut, many different tree species and the expanse of open space provides the perfect setting for our activities.
Sessions take place every week throughout the whole year with children in Years 3 and 4. The younger children in school also spend time outdoors and in the forest each week.
During this time they will have the opportunity to explore our Forest School setting and the environment through a range of activities and challenges, including:
Seasonal changes will influence the activities we do.
At the end of each session we have time to reflect on the activities we have done and achievements made over a drink and snack.
The Forest School leader is trained in both pediatric and forest school first aid. In the event of a more serious incident, the school accident and emergency procedures will be followed and parents contacted. The children are shown the boundaries of the outdoor learning space and given detailed training on all activities with a high ratio for tool work. All activities are fully risk assessed and reviewed regularly.
Poetry in Horton Woods
Members of the local community came together to spend time in the woods and to celebrate recent plantings.
This poem has been born from the things people did whilst in the woods, the plants that have gifted us so much and the words people used as we spent time together.
The author is Gordon MacLellan
