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Enjoy November events! Introducing ideas you’ll want to incorporate into childcare.

When it comes to November events, we think of Labor Thanksgiving Day and Shichi-Go-San.

Some preschools might also go sweet potato digging.

Of course, enjoying the events themselves is important, but if children can play and explore the themes of these events in a fun, hands-on way, they’ll feel more familiar and connected to them.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs, finger plays, and craft ideas related to November’s events.

By incorporating them into childcare activities, you can enjoy the events with children in a variety of ways.

We hope you find some favorite ideas to try!

Enjoy November events! Introducing ideas you’ll want to incorporate into childcare (11–20)

[Song] Debu Imo-chan, Chibi Imo-chan

October & November Song: Chunky Potato-chan and Little Potato-chan / Fun for Nursery and Kindergarten
[Song] Debu Imo-chan, Chibi Imo-chan

Speaking of November events, sweet potato digging is a common activity.

Let’s sing a hand-play song about sweet potato digging.

This song, created by two prominent figures in the world of children’s songs, Michio Mado and Akira Yuyama, is a wonderfully tasteful piece.

If your kindergarten or family actually has a sweet potato digging outing, I recommend trying this hand-play before you go.

It helps children understand that big and small potatoes grow underground, and that earthworms and moles live in the soil, and it will make them even more excited to go digging.

Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)
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Recommended for walls too! How to fold a ginkgo leaf

[Autumn Origami] The Easiest Ginkgo Leaf Folding Method | Origami Easy Ginkgo Leaf Paper Craft | Fallen Leaves [Easy Autumn Paper Folding] Ginkgo Leaf Origami
Recommended for walls too! How to fold a ginkgo leaf

Around November, when autumn deepens, the autumn leaves are at their most beautiful.

It’s also a great time to enjoy the foliage with children by folding origami.

This ginkgo leaf can be made with just one sheet of origami paper.

First, fold the paper into a triangle twice to create crease lines.

Fold both sides toward the center line, then fold the bottom tip upward to form the ginkgo shape.

The key is to use your fingertips to make crisp, firm creases.

Using brightly colored paper like orange or yellow will let you create a lovely, large ginkgo tree.

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Treasure Hunt Game

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♬ Peach Story – Ren Chen & Yu Xing

Let’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!

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In conclusion

We introduced childcare ideas related to events in November.

November steadily grows colder as we head into winter.

Let’s enjoy plenty of fun activities with the children so their hearts and bodies feel warm.

Please adapt these ideas to the children’s ages and the atmosphere of your class.