I observed the children, during playtime in the forest, using sticks to pretend that they are riding horses. These ordinary moments, where the children shift their play into creative and imaginary activities, allow them to freely express their ideas and their thinking. 
The children each got to pick a stick from the forest and decorate it. With string, paper and paint, they each made their own horse. Some children used certain designs to decorate them, while others took the time to name their horses and ride them along the trail. Joy and sounds of happiness arose during these moments. 
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Esme looked at her horse and said: "Your name will be Rose Pretty." The roses that she painted on her horse match her name and the adjective "pretty" was added to the name to accentuate the feeling of beauty and happiness when riding her horse.
** more pictures of the children riding their horses to follow
** more pictures of the children riding their horses to follow
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