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Quest for Session 6 at The Forest School was an exciting opportunity for our learners to exercise their problem-solving skills and creativity.
They were introduced to different problem-solving methods through Design Learning and worked together to create designs for the Spark outdoor classroom at the new school. Additionally, the learners explored writing techniques and were encouraged to be as creative as possible in writing children’s books for this session’s Story Arts.
The session began with Design Learning, a problem-solving approach emphasizing collaboration, empathy, and innovation. Our learners were tasked with designing the outdoor classroom for the new school. They worked in groups to identify the needs and wants of the students and teachers and develop creative solutions to meet those needs. They used various tools and techniques, such as brainstorming, sketching, and prototyping, to create their designs.
This activity allowed our learners to develop essential skills, such as critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration. They learned how to work together to solve complex problems and to consider different perspectives and ideas. They also gained a deeper understanding of the importance of outdoor education and the impact it has on learning and well-being.
After the Design Learning activity, the learners explored writing techniques and wrote children’s books for Story Arts. They were encouraged to be as creative as possible and to write a story that all children would enjoy. They used various writing tools and techniques, such as dialogue, character development, and descriptive language, to create engaging and imaginative stories.
This activity allowed our learners to express their creativity and imagination in a unique way. They worked individually to create their stories, which allowed them to develop their writing skills and express their voice and style. Each learner produced a fantastic children’s book that showcased their creativity and writing skills.
Creating designs and writing children’s books helped our learners express themselves creatively and improved their problem-solving and writing skills. They had to think carefully about the needs and wants of their audience and how to meet them effectively through their designs and stories.
Overall, Quest for Session 6 was a successful and rewarding experience for our learners. They had the opportunity to develop essential life skills and to express their creativity and imagination. We look forward to seeing their designs come to life in the Spark outdoor classroom and reading their children’s books!
