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A Day with Nature



From the moment we arrived at Rokkosan Pasteur, excitement was in the air.  The weather was perfect, the animals were curious, and of course the preschoolers couldn’t wait to explore!


The highlight of the day? Meeting the kids—not the classmates, but the adorable baby goats!


The students were able to feed, pet, and even cuddle the goats, horses, sheep. They were gentle and playful. Some preschoolers were a bit hesitant at first, but by the end of the visit, everyone was laughing and eagerly reaching out to connect with the animals.


But this trip was about more than just the fun experience. The goal is to extend their learning about animal care, natural habitat, and the effect of human to other iving things. 




These experiences and observing how animals interact in a natural environment were learning in its most genuine form—engaging, memorable, and will have a long-lasting impact on their lives. 


 


As the day came to an end, tired but happy preschoolers boarded the bus with dirty shoes, wide smiles, and stories to tell. 

"Thank you Miss. Faye! It was a fun day!",  made the day even more perfect than it already was. 



Field trips like these are invaluable. It allowed the preschoolers to disconnect from the 4 corners of our room, breathe fresh air, and build a bond with the natural world.

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