🐣 Exciting New Arrivals in Year 2! 🐣

Say hello to our five newest members of Year 2—our adorable ducklings! 🐣🦆 The children have been captivated by this incredible hands-on experience, watching the duckling eggs hatch and observing their first few weeks of life. This exciting journey has brought their Science learning to life, linking perfectly with the Animals Including Humans topic in the Year 2 curriculum.

From Egg to Duckling

The process began with eager anticipation as the children carefully monitored the eggs in their incubator. They learnt about the life cycle of birds, discussing how ducklings make their way into the world. Witnessing the hatching process firsthand was a moment of pure awe - listening to the first little pecks from inside the shell and watching as each duckling finally emerged!

Learning Through Observation

Over the next few weeks, the children became real-life scientists, closely observing how the ducklings grew and changed. They explored key concepts such as:
🐣 Offspring and Growth – Understanding that all animals, including humans, have young that grow into adults.
🥚 Basic Needs of Animals – Discovering what the ducklings needed to stay healthy, from food and water to warmth and care.
🌱 How Living Things Change – Noticing how their fluffy friends began to develop stronger legs, feathers, and even their own little personalities!

A Memorable Experience

From feeding and caring for the ducklings to watching them take their first wobbly steps, the experience has been a wonderful way to connect classroom learning with real-world experiences. The children have developed a deeper appreciation for nature and the responsibility involved in looking after living creatures.

It has been an unforgettable experience for Year 2, and we’re so proud of their enthusiasm and care for our feathered friends. What a fantastic way to explore science in action! 🦆💛