Picture of Practice: Exploring Soil Types and Plants

In this episode, follow Kabezwane Chezi and Ntombifuthi Chiloane at Esikhisini Primary School in Pretoria, South Africa. Join a Grade 2 lesson on soil types where Kabezwane incorporates song, dance, and a creative contest, promoting a playful approach to learning about sand, clay, and loam. In Grade 4, Ntombifuthi takes a different route, encouraging students to explore the parts of plants firsthand. Discover how these educators bring joy and curiosity to the classroom, cultivating a love for learning that extends beyond textbooks and traditional methods.

Show Notes are available at www.savhannahschulz.com/podcast

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