As the seasons begin to shift, October offers us the perfect opportunity to explore the beauty of Nature & Change — a theme woven into our learning, play, and creativity this month at La Playa Cooperative Nursery School.
Nature & Change
Our classrooms and outdoor spaces have become vibrant hubs of exploration as children engage with the natural world and the changing season. Activities like collage making, leaf rubbings, and seed mosaics invite children to notice textures, colors, and patterns in the world around them. These hands-on projects help develop fine motor skills, spark creativity, and build a deeper appreciation for nature’s rhythms.
We’re also exploring seasonal changes through stories, observations, and conversations. The children have been mixing colors to see how change happens right before their eyes — combining red and yellow to make orange, just like the autumn leaves!
Math is naturally integrated into our play as well, with counting games and market play sparking number awareness, sorting, and problem-solving. Through imaginative shopping and selling, children are also learning about collaboration, turn-taking, and the joy of pretend play.
Shake, Rattle & Roll
Music continues to be a joyful thread in our curriculum, and this month’s Shake, Rattle & Roll theme brings it to life with sound and movement. We’ve been exploring shakers, maracas, and all sorts of instruments that encourage children to notice contrasts in loud and soft sounds, fast and slow tempos, and the fun of making music together.
Children are learning to listen, respond, and express themselves as they revisit favorite songs from September and experiment with new rhythms and movements.
Looking Ahead
As we continue through October, we’re excited to see the children’s confidence, curiosity, and connections grow stronger each day. Thank you to our wonderful families for your ongoing support and engagement in our cooperative community!
Warmly,
The La Playa Teaching Team