Jungle Jac's

Taking Aim!

On Friday February 20th, we were able to enjoy the provincial wide pro-d day at Jungle Jac's. This was a new location for many of the children and staff members as well. After we got through the long bus ride to Pitt Meadows, the kids finally got a chance to run and explore all around the indoor playground. Some of the children mentioned the best part about the playground was the slides, whereas many of the other kids spent most of the day in the mini soccer arena and ball pit. Whether they were playing tag or just exploring throughout the tunnels, they all burnt a lot of energy at Jungle Jac's. Which led to some nice long naps on the bus ride back to West!

Collecting Ammo!

Thanks

Aislinn

Fun Art for Home!

On the note of art, I thought I'd offer you guys another art activity to try! I will admit, this is not an activity I've tried with the kids as it's trickier to modify with a large group of kids but it's too cool not to share.

 

I've included a picture from a link I found on Pinterest, but this is a popular project that you could find all over the internet. So what you would do is use either white glue or hot glue to stick the crayons side by side across the length of any size canvas. Let them dry. Then, as pictured, you could cut out any shape from contact paper or cardboard and stick it to the canvas to leave a print or you could leave the canvas as is. Next, you should place your canvas upright over a tray, cardboard platform or outside (anywhere, as long as you don't mind the potential of crayon wax spilling onto it) and use a hairdryer to slowly and gently melt the crayon wax. I would recommend pointing it towards the crayons in a downward motion, which will prevent it from potentially splattering. Continue to melt the wax until you reach your desired look. If you used a cut out, peel that off and let everything dry! 

 

If you happen to try it at home, come let me know how it turned out!

 

 

Enjoy,

 

Sara E

 

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What to Do on a Rainy Day

Hello everyone!

Last Monday, it was quite rainy and overcast so we went down to the gym to play some games with the kids. The excitement in the room was perfect for the energy that these games needed. They turned out very fun for kids and leaders alike! The children also suggested many other games they’d like to play in the future like Octopus and Four Corners so we will definitely keep these in mind.

The first game we played, and one of my personal favorites, was Freeze Dance. After the kids spread out around the gym, the leaders turned on some music and the dancing would start. Once the music stopped, the kids had to “freeze” in the exact position they were in. This resulted in some wobbly legs and funny poses. We were all able to show our own unique dance moves and shake off some energy. On that note, it’s no surprise that one of the more popular songs was “Shake it Off”!

Katie’s idea for the next game required more thinking and cooperation. It was called The Human Knot and the object of the activity was to untangle your arms and create a circle. Everyone would reach into the circle to grab another friend’s hand. Then the untangling process began. It was great to see the kids giving tips to help, such as asking someone to lift their arm and spin around, or switch places with another. I’m happy to say that we were all able to untangle our arms successfully!

As by popular request from the kids, we finished off our gym session with some free time with hula hoops, bouncy balls, and soccer nets. On rainy days like these, playing games can be the perfect way to get some recreation and exercise together.

Cheers,

Katrina

Outside is the Best Side

The best way to get physical activity here at West Richmond Jr. OSC is by far the playground. It’s an activity that never goes out of style. When its time to sign up for activities there are always a group of kids ready to go outside, even at times when the weather gives us light drizzles of rain or near blinding fog. We have been very lucky with our winter weather this year, but be sure to keep bringing those warm winter jackets because the weatherman isn’t always right. The park has come to be a great place where the kids get to have fun and be physically active. It always amazes me how creative the kids are at inventing games to play outside. Ideas flow through their brains with such ease making it effortless to construct new games. A group of boys became superheroes with superpowers, with plans to defeat bad guys and defend their home (playground). Another popular game is called "Restaurant," were they make pretend food out of whatever they can find at the park like twigs, leaves, rocks and sand. Everyday there is something new being created and it’s wonderful to see these kids using their imagination.

Corey