Today, I invited E and B to explore two different pumpkins—one yellow and one white. Together, we observed the outside of each pumpkin, discussing their colour, size, and texture. B commented that the pumpkin was “heavy,” and then we became excited to see whether the insides would look the same or different.
Once we opened the pumpkins, we immediately began comparing the colours, textures, and seed sizes. E was very curious and engaged in sensory exploration, eagerly using their hands to feel the inside. B, on the other hand, was more fascinated by watching me cut the pumpkin open than touching the slimy “guts.”
B also got to feel the difference between weight of a pumpkin full and unopened to opened and hollowed.
This activity reflects the Pathway of Inquiry, Engagement, and Expression, as B and E explored with their senses, asked questions, and made predictions about the pumpkins. Invitation to play; E and B investigate materials, compare differences, and build early scientific understandings.
November 24,2025
I revisited the pumpkin exploration with B by sharing a video of our activity together. B watched it several times, showing excitement(gestures, sounds) and pride as he relived the moment. B was eager to share the video with Rupinder, laughing and repeating the sounds “EEeEeeE” he made while I was cutting the pumpkin open. Watching himself in the video seemed to deepen his engagement and helped him make new connections to the earlier experience. This reflective process strengthens memory, identity, and connection, supporting Well-being and Belonging as B proudly shared his learning with others.
