This year, Richmond House School celebrated World Book Day with The Lost Words by Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris – a stunning book that brings the beauty of nature to life through art and poetry. Designed for both children and adults, it is a timeless tribute to the beauty of the natural world.
All over the country, there are words disappearing from children’s lives. These are the words of the natural world; Dandelion, Otter, Bramble and Acorn, all gone. A wild landscape of imagination and play is rapidly fading from our children’s minds. At Richmond House we want to keep these words firmly at the forefront of our children’s clever brains. The Lost Words stands against the disappearance of wild childhood. It is a joyful celebration – in art and word – of nearby nature and its wonders.
To mark World Book Day, our pupils engaged in a variety of activities designed to blend literacy with nature, enriching their understanding of the great outdoors. They read The Lost Words as a class, explored our school grounds and Meanwood Park to identify local flora and fauna, built nests, and created nature-inspired artwork. Of course, they also enjoyed reading, both in our library and outside, making the most of a beautiful spring day.
