Stories With The Stars at Yagan Mia Wireless Hill was a night with celebrated local children’s author Professor Helen Milroy and Perth Observatory. Helen shared her story Owl and Star, shortlisted for the Premier’s Prize for Children’s Book of the Year. They engaged with the story through actions and songs, did some star craft and looked at Saturn and Alpha Centauri through the telescope. Fox liked the card with an owl on it that Helen gave him and Row said he liked seeing Saturn's 'rocky rings'

Art

• The child learned how to create star crafts, which may have involved cutting and gluing different materials to make a representation of a star.
• The child may have explored different colors and textures while making the crafts.
• They may have also learned about the owl as a subject for art, as they received a card with an owl on it.
• Through the craft activity, the child may have developed their fine motor skills and creativity.

English Language Arts

• The child engaged with the story "Owl and Star" by Professor Helen Milroy.
• They may have learned how to interpret and understand a children's book, as the story was shortlisted for the Premier's Prize for Children's Book of the Year.
• The child may have practiced listening skills during the reading of the story and following along with the actions and songs.
• They may have also learned new vocabulary and language structures through the story and discussions.

Science

• The child had the opportunity to look at Saturn and Alpha Centauri through the telescope.
• They may have learned about different celestial bodies and their characteristics.
• The child may have observed Saturn's "rocky rings" and learned about the unique features of this planet.
• They may have also learned about the concept of light pollution and the importance of dark skies for stargazing.

Social Studies

• The child participated in an event at Yagan Mia Wireless Hill, which is a local landmark.
• They may have learned about the significance of this place in their community and its connection to local culture and history.
• The child may have also interacted with Professor Helen Milroy, a celebrated local children's author, and learned about her role in the community.
• Through the activities, the child may have developed an appreciation for the importance of preserving and exploring natural spaces and cultural heritage.

Continued Development Tip: Encourage the child to further explore the world of astronomy by reading more books about space and participating in stargazing activities. They can also enhance their artistic skills by experimenting with different art techniques and materials to create their own illustrations inspired by the story "Owl and Star". Additionally, they can practice their writing skills by creating their own stories or poems related to the themes of stars, owls, or space.

Book Recommendations

• The Darkest Dark by Chris Hadfield: A story about a young boy who dreams of becoming an astronaut and overcomes his fear of the dark.
• There's No Place Like Space: All About Our Solar System by Tish Rabe: A fun and informative book that introduces children to the planets, stars, and other celestial bodies in our solar system.
• Owls in the Family by Farley Mowat: A heartwarming story of a boy who adopts two baby owls and the adventures they have together.