Reception Exploring the Natural World

The pupils in reception explored the surrounding natural environment, made observations, and created drawings of various plants and animals.

Children learnt about the idea of animal life cycles. The lesson exercises involved watching the snail and caterpillar life cycles. They witnessed the development of snails from small shells and the formation of caterpillars into beautiful butterflies with excitement and amazement. They gained a keen understanding of the wonders of nature and the complex processes of life through practical experiences and attentive observation.