In TFA, fieldtrips were organized in order to making learning more visible. Some of the fieldtrips were visit to the Birds’ Aviary, Fire Station, Plant Nursery, Westside and Sayaji Garden Zoo.
Birds’ Aviary
Bird encounters make it easy to learn fun facts about birds by observing, colour, eating habits, size, and feathers. J r. KG children went for their field trip to Sayaji Garden Birds’ Aviary and saw different species of birds.
Fire Station
Junior KG children visited the Vadi Wadi fire station to extend their knowledge of firefighters. They got a hands on-experience on fire safety and the very important community helper- the fire fighter. The fire fighters showed them the different equipment used by them and demonstrated the use of a fire extinguisher.
Plant Nursery
Junior KG children went to Roses Plant Nursery. The objective of the activity was to reinforce the topic-plants and to inculcate the love for the environment and to relish the beauty of nature. Teachers showed different types of Plants, explained the various parts of the plants and their uses. They were also shown different medicinal plants like Tulsi, Turmeric etc. The children had a wonderful learning experience and were full of excitement to see such different species of plants. They were also told about the importance of plants in our lives and why we should not cut trees. The trip was a great success and a memorable experience for the little ones.
Westside
Junior KG had their Program of Inquiry on Clothing. They went to Westside to explore and see different types of clothes worn in different seasons and occasions, their textures and design. It is important that children recognize the suitability of clothing in various situations.
Sayaji Garden Zoo
Junior KG children’s visit to zoo, enhanced their curiosity, knowledge about animals, characteristics, habitat, size, colour, and conservation of wild life.
Nr Kabir Circle, Makrand Desai Road, Vadodara - 390 015, Gujarat, India.