Session Four – 12.5.21
Another week and another tool for the children to master their techniques however it became exceptionally tricky due to the dense nature of the wood. It required the children to continually hit the billhook with the mallet so that it could split the wood into two pieces. In order to do this safely, the children worked in partners and asked three questions: How hard do you want me to hit it? How many times shall I hit it? Are you ready? Although, after persevering and with the help from Miss Lord we finally managed to split a log in half!
Not only that but the children were also given the challenge of creating Arabesque, geometric-designed magic carpets, using natural materials they could find in the Forest School area. The children thoroughly enjoyed being able to create these with their friends.
The session ended with a sing-song – A Boom Chicka Boom- around the fire and a hot chocolate.
