Study unit 4 was very interesting. This week was challenging but at least the school holiday is around the corner. It means more time for my studies! In our grade R class the learners love doing art. I feel that arts integration is a not a waste of time in Foundation Phase because it helps learners to develop multiple skills and abilities. It definitely supports academic achievement and socialization among learners. The learners get the opportunity to engage in teaching and learning activities which are fun, fosters collaboration and connection and promotes learners’ innate curiosity, creativity and imaginative abilities. Watching the YouTube video of the examples and suggestions for including arts integration activities in your teaching was very interesting for me. It amaze me how the learners understand it better and it is fun to participate. I found it challenging for those learners already considered successful, I will just give them extra work. Another challenge was discipline but the activities is so much fun it kept their mind busy.

Enjoy your school holiday!