Ben the Bear visits Midlands International School

Children from Holy Trinity International School’s Kindergarten played host to American Ben the Bear, after he returned from his global travels to visit the school’s Kindergarten pupils and tell them all about his international adventures and world experiences.

Ben has had a real impact on curriculum activities which have taken on a ‘bear focus’ because as you can imagine, such a well- travelled bear likes to be the centre of attention. Kindergarten Manager, Gaynor Carter, speaking about his amazing adventures said: “As part of the children’s early learning goals, our well travelled furry friend, Ben the Bear, brings souvenirs and post cards back from all the wonderful places he has visited to show the children.

“His passport shows all the stamps of the places he’s been, helping the children with their understanding of languages and literacy, as well as helping with our discussions about the many people of the world. Talking with the children about Ben’s travels really helps them to understand the world in which they live.”

Furry Ben the Bear has been undertaking local and global travels with the school’s pupils and their families for many years, and has been seen on the odd trip or two with Kindergarten staff, bringing back pictures of him on holiday in and around the UK, Europe, America and all places in between; Ben is certainly a well-travelled Bear.

Said Miss Carter: “The children had a wonderful time playing maths games, dancing to music and movement activities, and even used weights and measures before enjoying a wonderful bear-hunt and teddy bear’s picnic.”

Throughout the spring term, the three and four year-old Kindergarten children will each have the opportunity to take Ben the Bear to their homes and on any holiday travels they might undertake.

Issued: 17/01/2011