【Show and Tell】

　　在主題初開展之時，我們先延續上個主題的討論，請孩子們跟爸爸媽媽一同完成「大夢想家」學習單，嘗試瞭解爸爸媽媽的職業、上班地點、所需物品及工作內容，並與同學們分享。透過這個方式，孩子們練習如何面對眾人說話、培養穩健的台風，同時也必須言之有物，嘗試清楚地描述人、事、時、地、物。

【Character / Setting / Plot】

　　第二階段，我們延續「人、事、時、地、物」的概念，藉由經典童話《小紅帽》來探討何謂角色、場景與劇情，並嘗試剖析每個角色的特徵、情緒，嘗試用聲音的變化乃至肢體語言將故事劇情演出來。除此之外，我們也請孩子發揮觀察力、想像力，一同分析了不同場景所需具備的元素，為下一階段的活動做預備。

【Ocean Class Storytime】

　　經過一系列的探索與討論，我們感受到孩子們對「紙偶」相當有興趣，於是最後決定要設計紙偶一起來演戲，但角色呢？場景呢？故事劇情呢？該由誰來決定？首先，孩子們花了幾堂課的時間，嘗試繪製許多自己喜歡的角色；場景的部分，同樣全權交給孩子們來提供意見，蒐集了大約十多個選項後，便舉辦一場公平、公正、公開的投票活動，讓孩子們能夠為自己的喜好投下神聖的一票。接下來，全班合力為三個場景設計各式各樣的配件與元素，以作為後續布置的基本素材。 

　　在場景配件製作告一個段落後，孩子們自由選擇要加入哪個組別，Birthday Party Team、Ocean Team與Forest Team隨之誕生，各小組開始如火如荼地妝點自己的場景，我們僅提醒：「記得在黏貼前要徵詢組員們的意見，因為這是你們共同的作品。」當手邊的素材使用完畢，每個小組則坐下來一起討論第二階段要補充哪些配件。此時，就會觀察到不同組別的討論有著不同的火花，像是Birthday Party組隨即就能掌握重點、聚焦討論，旁邊Forest組則深陷各有主見，卻無法取得共識的局面。教室另一角的Ocean 組彩繪了許多繽紛美麗的珊瑚、海葵，同時卻也意外沉浸在畫輪船、帆船的世界裡，最後成品的上方塞滿大大小小、各種造型的船隻，也是相當可愛。

　　主題統整活動當日，孩子們隨機上場，拿著自己親手繪製的紙偶，隨著劇情輪盤的轉動，共同編出許多天馬行空的情節與故事。 

省思與期許

　　在這段主題學習的旅程中，我們看見孩子們的創造力和表達能力的成長，從分享故事到角色扮演，再到團體創作，展現了對學習的熱情與勇於挑戰的態度，最令我們感動的則是大家能夠坐下來，平心靜氣地為共同的創作而討論，勇敢說出自己的意見、耐心聆聽別人的想法，並嘗試溝通與協調，雖然過程中偶有爭執、意見不合，但每位孩子都付出了很大的努力，也萬分用心地對待作品的每一個細節，我們才得以一同完成這些美麗的故事。期待這樣的學習經驗能啟發孩子們對語言與藝術的熱愛，並在未來的探索旅程中繼續發光發熱。

　　Technology is becoming increasingly integral to early childhood education, enhancing the way children learn and interact with their environment. A key innovation is the use of interactive sensory walls, which combine sensory stimulation with technology to provide an engaging, immersive learning experience. These walls allow children to explore through touch, sound, and sight, while also offering interactive games and immersive backgrounds.

Interactive Sensory Walls: A Multi-Sensory Approach

　　Interactive sensory walls are designed to engage multiple senses at once. With touch-sensitive panels, sound effects, and motion-responsive features, these walls encourage children to interact with their environment in real time. This promotes curiosity, exploration, and sensory development, which are crucial for brain growth and cognitive skills. The walls help children develop fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem-solving abilities, as they press buttons or swipe across panels.

Integrating Interactive Games

　　Incorporating interactive games into sensory walls enhances the learning experience. Games range from simple activities like matching shapes or colors to more complex puzzles that promote critical thinking. These games support the development of early math, literacy, and cognitive skills. The interactive nature of the games encourages active participation, helping children understand cause and effect while improving attention and memory. Multiplayer games can also foster teamwork and social skills, such as communication and collaboration.

Creating Immersive Backgrounds

　　Another benefit of interactive sensory walls is the creation of immersive environments. Using projections, animations, or virtual reality (VR), educators can transform the wall into a dynamic space, such as a virtual forest or space-themed adventure. These immersive backgrounds allow children to explore various themes, like nature or history, in an engaging and context-driven manner, which enhances their learning experience.

Conclusion

　　Interactive sensory walls with immersive backgrounds and engaging games provide a hands-on approach to early childhood education. They stimulate sensory development, cognitive skills, and social interaction, creating an environment that encourages learning through exploration. As technology evolves, these tools will continue to offer creative, effective ways to enhance early childhood education and foster a love of learning in young children.