Egg-citing Discoveries at the Preschool

This term, our Foundation children have been captivated by the fascinating world of living things, with a special focus on life cycles. To bring this learning to life, we welcomed a clutch of living eggs into our classroom, turning it into a little nest of excitement and wonder.

With eager anticipation, the children watched and waited as the eggs sat warm and still. Until, at last, the first cracks appeared. Along the way, they learned about each stage of a chick’s journey, from the tiny “egg tooth” that helps them break through their shell to how they grow and feed inside the egg.

The question What do you think the chicks will look like? brought forth an onslaught of creative ideas. Our young artists put pencils, bright colours, and even soft feathers to work, creating their own fluffy predictions. The crafting opened up rich conversations about scientific thinking, as children formed thoughtful guesses, or hypotheses, and used new scientific vocabulary with curiosity about their furry friends.

When the chicks finally hatched, the classroom was buzzing. Each day, the children carefully observed and recorded the chicks’ growth, noticing changes in size, behaviour, and appearance. Watching the chicks explore outside their brooding box gave everyone a chance to connect personally. Our students loved practicing the gentle care required for animal development.

To celebrate this special journey, the children proudly shared their chick project at the Boys’ Junior School assembly, speaking with confidence and joy. This memorable adventure has sparked a new marvel of life, creativity, and a true love of learning about the living world around us.