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[Childcare] Recommended for April activities! A collection of helpful ideas for events and festivities
April marks the start of the new school year!
Preschools and kindergartens are full of exciting events.
There are opportunities to meet new friends, as well as entrance ceremonies and nature walks to help children get used to school life.
It’s cherry blossom season, so going on a “hanami” walk to observe spring nature is also lots of fun.
As Golden Week approaches, try incorporating carp streamers and spring crafts to spark the children’s creativity.
Enjoy those moments when the children’s hearts come together through fun activities!
[Childcare] Recommended for April Activities! A Collection of Helpful Ideas for Events and Occasions (1–10)
Family Day
https://www.instagram.com/tanenokai/reel/C8T03xLhjSh/Create memories with your family! Here are some ideas for Family Day.
When you hear “Family Day,” you might feel like you have to do something special, but simply doing the activities you usually do at the preschool together with parents can make for a wonderful time—so feel free to give it a try.
Setting up a workshop corner where parents and children can replant flowers in the garden together is also a great idea.
How about planning a Family Day that makes the most of your preschool’s unique strengths?
Treasure Hunt Game
https://www.tiktok.com/@kichijyo/video/7355463702692252936Let’s go on a hunt for a special treasure! Here are some treasure hunt game ideas.
These ideas will give kids an exciting, heart-pounding adventure! Follow clues to find the hidden treasure while exploring the playground or the room.
It’s so much fun to team up with friends and search, thinking, “Maybe it’s hidden over there!” As a variation, you can hide treasures and give out stickers or small gifts each time a treasure is found to make it feel extra special.
It’s a wonderful game to play with friends and teachers, enjoying the sense of accomplishment together!
Let’s explore spring vegetables
https://www.tiktok.com/@morinonakamahoikuen/video/7225978148704242946Also great for food education! Here are some ideas for exploring spring vegetables.
Many childcare centers incorporate food education activities into their monthly events, but April 19 is Food Education Day! How about expanding the time for food education activities and making it even more fun? Setting the theme to spring vegetables is recommended because children can experience seasonal produce with all five senses.
For example, a whole bamboo shoot with the skin on before cooking is quite impressive, isn’t it? It would be great to carefully record the children’s reactions and share them with their parents.
One-Day Firefighter Experience
April 23, 1907 (Meiji 40) is a date established by the fire truck manufacturer Morita Group Co., Ltd.
In connection with this, it has come to be known as “Fire Truck Day.” Fire trucks, recognizable by their red color, are very popular with children.
During firefighting experience events held at preschools and similar places, explaining the different types of fire trucks and how they work can help deepen children’s interest and curiosity.
I also think inviting members of the local fire brigade to speak offers a valuable opportunity for real-life learning!
Let’s head out with a field guide!
Why not head out for a walk with a field guide in hand? In spring, you can spot things like flowers in full bloom and insects becoming more active.
Take your field guide along and look up the flowers and insects you find along the way.
Discover daisies in the flowerbeds and ladybugs on trees for a delightful time.
Children can show each other the bugs they catch, pick flowers, and find natural treasures unique to spring, helping them feel the season.
With so many flowers and insects to discover, the kids are sure to be thrilled.
Kids vs. Teacher Dance Showdown!
In 1982, the Dance Committee of the International Theatre Institute—the performing arts branch of UNESCO—designated April 29 as International Dance Day to promote the joy and value of dance.
Let’s enjoy ourselves by dancing in new environments, moving our bodies, and communicating with others.
If you’re not sure how to move, it’s also recommended to play some music and simply move your hands and feet.
It could also be exciting to hold events on April 29, such as a dance showdown between students and teachers.
Spring Traffic Safety
Let’s Follow Traffic Rules! Here are ideas for spring traffic safety.
These fun activities help children learn about traffic rules and carry out awareness campaigns in towns and shopping centers.
They’ll learn the importance of obeying traffic signals and pedestrian rules, and actually encourage people by saying, “Please use the crosswalk!” Through these activities, children can heighten their awareness of traffic safety and make a positive impact on the community.
As a variation, you can also assign rotating roles within the school to lead the awareness calls.