Let me start by saying that Letter Ii week was nothing short of INCREDIBLE! This week we focused on things you can do to be independent. We extended invitations in the form of “I can” statements. We had invitations such as: “I can trace the alphabet”, “I can draw”, “I can play with a friend”, “I can paint”, “I can investigate”, “I can invent”, and “I can use scissors”. We sang a song where friends could say something they can do all by themselves. We are so proud of how much our friends are growing and learning. They are so independent already and eager to learn new things every day!
Friends had instant snow to dig in and imagine what it would feel like if they were arctic animals such as polar bears or penguins. There were a variety of games to choose from like Hi-Ho-Cherry O, Cootie, Memory, and Connect 4 where they could invite friends to play. Some chose to independently practice scissor skills help to strengthen hand/eye coordination, paint using paint sticks, or paint ice with friends.
For our Explorations this week we learned that a Veteran is someone who has or is serving in the military. We had the opportunity to make something for Veterans that work at a local business. We also made something with invisible ink then made it appear using watercolor paint. Finally, we reviewed the letter Pp when we poured paint over pumpkins. This week was full of creative ways to learn!
Friends worked together to learn and invent a Rube Goldberg machine. The engineering and patience it took to build, test, rebuild, and retest is something to be praised. Other inventions emerged from this invitation as well. The future is bright with the inventors and innovators we have!
Please note we will not be in session on Monday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day. We will see you on Tuesday. Also, please send in a full set of clothes for the cooler weather. We will send in the change you brought for your child once you do so if they have not worn it home.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Ms. Leah, Ms. Jacquita, and the Smart Start team
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