Junior Animal Rescuers: Learning Through Play at DCS Tanah Mas
On September 19, 2026, KB-TK Kristen DCS Tanah Mas welcomed children aged 1.5–4 years old from outside DCS for a joyful and engaging Open House with the theme “Junior Animal Rescuers.”
Designed as a trial class experience, the event gave children the opportunity to experience how learning at DCS can be meaningful, joyful, and hands-on. Throughout the morning, children explored different learning experiences that encouraged them to learn, play, create, move, and interact with the world around them.
Bringing Bible Stories to Life
The day began with Time for Jesus, where the children were introduced to the Bible character Noah. To make the story more engaging and memorable, one of our male teachers dressed up as Noah, wearing a robe with long hair and a beard. His appearance and storytelling helped bring the Bible story to life and captured the children’s attention.
Through this experience, children were introduced to Noah’s story and encouraged to learn about obedience to God in a way that was appropriate and enjoyable for their age.
Becoming Little Animal Rescuers
The adventure continued through our DCS Learning Project (DLP), where the children explored the world of animals through hands-on activities.
The children took part in an exciting animal rescue role-play. They became little rescuers who helped the animals pass through different obstacles before safely returning them to the “forest.” They also expressed their creativity by painting an animal-themed canvas and experienced the joy of caring for a real rabbit by feeding it.
These activities were more than just fun. Through movement, role-play, sensory experiences, art, communication, and interaction, the children were given opportunities to develop different aspects of their growth and development while learning about animals and caring for living things.
Little Chefs in Action
No Open House would be complete without a little cooking fun!
During the Cooking Class, the children made a delicious and healthy banana cake and banana-strawberry smoothie. They were excited to take part in the preparation process and discover how simple ingredients could be turned into something they could enjoy together.
The activity encouraged children to explore food, follow simple steps, use their senses, and build confidence through hands-on participation. And, of course, tasting their own creations was one of the highlights of the morning!
A Joyful Day of Learning and Growing
The Junior Animal Rescuers Open House was filled with smiles, curiosity, and joyful moments. Children explored new experiences, parents enjoyed seeing their little ones actively involved in the activities, and our teachers were delighted to guide the children throughout their learning journey.
At DCS, we believe that young children learn best when they are given opportunities to experience, explore, and enjoy the learning process. Through meaningful activities and a supportive environment, children are encouraged to grow in confidence, creativity, independence, and care for others and the world around them.
The Junior Animal Rescuers Open House was a wonderful reflection of this approach—a morning where learning became an adventure and every child had the opportunity to shine.
Thank you to all the children, parents, and teachers who made this Open House such a memorable experience.
Learn. Play. Explore. Care.
We look forward to creating more meaningful learning experiences together at DCS Tanah Mas.