Early Years Trip to Tate Britain

This week in Reception, the children have been reading Luna Loves Art by Joseph Coelho, a story about a young girl’s visit to an art gallery with her school. Luna explores different pieces of art and learns how they connect to her own feelings and experiences, highlighting the emotional power of creativity and the importance of empathy and friendship.

In Nursery, the children have been enjoying The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds, which tells the story of a girl named Vashti who discovers her artistic confidence after making a simple dot. The book encourages children to be brave, creative, and to “make their mark.”

To build on both stories, the children visited Tate Britain, where they observed a variety of artworks with curiosity and enthusiasm. They made thoughtful connections to the stories, pointed out colours and shapes, and even created their own inspired drawings. The visit helped deepen their appreciation of art as a way to express feelings, tell stories, and understand the world around them.

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