A Blooming Morning at Happy Sprouts 🌼
This morning, Happy Sprouts was buzzing with excitement as we welcomed Sukhdeep, who generously donated a beautiful collection of marigold flowers for our garden. All our kindergarten classes had the chance to roll up their sleeves and dig in—literally!
Before the planting began, the children got to work preparing the space—clearing weeds, picking up any rubbish, and gathering scattered toys. As we unpacked the flowers, Sukhdeep invited the children to identify the vibrant colors of the marigolds, sparking a delightful moment of curiosity and discovery.
With shovels in hand, we took turns digging small holes, gently placing the flowers in the soil, and patting them into place. The children worked harmoniously, demonstrating fantastic communication, focus, and a real sense of pride in their contribution to our shared garden.
A heartfelt thank you to Sukhdeep and her mum for making this meaningful experience possible. Your kindness and participation are truly appreciated.
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Police Visit
We were thrilled to welcome Senior Constable Bosco and Constable Sutherland to Happy Sprouts! Their arrival was met with excitement—some children even dashed over for enthusiastic high fives.
Curiosity bloomed as the children explored the items on the officers’ vests. Many recognized familiar objects, while others sparked thoughtful questions like, “What’s that for?”—turning the moment into a hands-on learning experience.
During their visit, the officers shared important messages with the group:
- The importance of staying seated and always wearing a seatbelt in the car
- Key principles of road safety
- An introduction to the role of police officers and how they support and protect the community.
Before leaving, the officers gave the children a little homework: to learn their full name, home address, and a contact phone number. This helps ensure that in case they ever get lost, police can help them find their way back home safely.
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Our Nurse Visit
Nurse Carissa visited Happy Sprouts to share her knowledge about hospitals and the nursing profession with the children. The goal was to help them feel less scared about the idea of needing to go to the hospital someday.
The children quickly gathered for group time to find out who the special guest was and what she had to share with the class. Nurse Carissa explained her role and responsibilities as a nurse, as well as the various equipment she uses on her patients. The children had the opportunity to see and even try out some of the equipment. She also talked about different areas of the hospital, such as the ambulance bay, the X-ray department, and other places they might visit for tests.
Thank you, Carissa for our Visit
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Happy sprouts Sea of Hearts
The Sea of Hearts project is a visual display created for National Reconciliation Week, which runs from May 27th to June 3rd. It's a way for individuals and communities to show their commitment to reconciliation by decorating and displaying hearts, often with messages about what reconciliation means to them. The project aims to start conversations and make visible the collective effort towards reconciliation.
What it is: The Sea of Hearts is a visual display of hearts, often decorated and displayed in a public space.
Why it's done: It's a way to show support for reconciliation and to encourage people to reflect on what it means to them.
How it's done: Individuals or groups decorate hearts (often provided by organizers) with messages, symbols, or art that represent their understanding of reconciliation.
National Reconciliation Week: The Sea of Hearts project is a popular activity during National Reconciliation Week, a time when Australians are encouraged to learn about shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each person can contribute to achieving reconciliation.
Theme: The 2025 theme for National Reconciliation Week is "Bridging Now to Next," which encourages Australians to reflect on the past, present, and future, and to work together towards a more united and respectful nation.
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