Fun in St. Georg kindergarten: school bag tinker and zoo tour!

Fun in St. Georg kindergarten: school bag tinker and zoo tour!

In the St. Georg kindergarten in St. Ilgen, a happy handicraft afternoon for all prospective school beginners and their parents recently took place. The anticipation of school was literally in the air, while the children selected their “dream school bags” from different motifs. The appropriate materials were provided in good time, so that there were no limits to creativity. The little hobbyists obviously had fun and enjoyed the time together with their mums and dads, while the colleagues of the kindergarten always asked and patience. At the end of the afternoon everyone was proud of their colorful works and the anticipation for the start of school.

A few days earlier, specifically on July 9, an exciting trip to the Karlsruhe Zoo was on the program. In ideal weather-not too hot, not too cold and above all dry-the school beginners climbed the S-Bahn. Already during the trip the children went through great anticipation and excited about all the animals they would expect in the zoo. After their arrival they strengthened themselves before the big adventure started.

an exciting day in the zoo

In the zoo, the children experienced the wildlife up close and were able to watch many exciting animals. From majestic elephants to lanky giraffes to funny zebras and lively monkeys, everything was there. They were also lucky to see meerkats, hippos and even a white peacock. They experienced a colorful variety in the exotic house: colorful birds, dazzling fish in the aquariums and even cheeky monkeys and fascinating bats. Of course, crocodiles should not be missing!

A very special Highlight was the ride with the Gondolettas, from where the children were able to marvel at the zoo from the water. Tired, but overjoyed, the little adventurers returned to St. Ilgen in the evening and were welcomed by their eagerly waiting parents.

craft ideas and more for kindergarten

There are also varied options for workshops and holiday programs in the Karlsruhe Zoo, which are ideal for children from eight to ten years. In these offers, the fascinating world of animals is introduced playfully, through experiments and handicrafts as well as through time at the animal enclosures [zoo-karlsruhe.de reports that the costs are 45 euros per child, including lunch]. The programs also include expeditions that promote getting to know animal species, their habitats and threats. Current dates can be found in the event calendar and registration is simply made by email.

In order to deepen the topic of zoo creatively, there are numerous ideas for handicrafts and games that can also be used in kindergarten. Activities such as tinkering a hippopotamus are very popular. A colorful work of art can be created from simple materials, in which creativity is let wild [KinderSuppe.de has many inspiring project ideas].

The zoo not only becomes a place of encounter with animals, but also a space for creative development and joint learning about the fascinating wildlife. Whether in the zoo or in kindergarten - the exchange about animals and their habitats is always an exciting matter!