How Does Learning Happen Pedagogy

Artifact – Art craft activity

Reflective Narrative: This creative art craft activity is

conducted for preschoolers. It

demonstrates the Four Foundations

of How Does Learning Happen:

Belonging, Well-Being,

Engagement, and Expression. The

activity is developmentally

appropriate for children in terms of

interest based and zone of proximal

development (ZPD). Preschoolers

love finger painting. They are able to

manipulate scissors and express

their ideas via painting. A sense of

connectedness to others (Belonging)

can be developed as this is a group

activity. Children are offered

materials and opportunities to make contribution. Such activities help children to refine

their physical and mental health and wellness such as fine-motor skills and self-

regulation skills (Well-being). Children are involved and focused when they are

exploring the materials with their natural curiosity and exuberance, they are fully

engaged (Engagement). Through this type of play and inquiry, children develop skills

such as problem solving, creative thinking, and innovating, which are essential for

learning and success in school and beyond. Children are provided with opportunities to

express their feelings and tell the meaning of their works when participating in this

activity (Expression).