Hi Everyone!
Pre K has expanded their exploration of tools this week. We have talked about the fact that tools help us get jobs done more easily and quickly. In the Science Corner, we have left some of the science tools and displayed some kitchen tools, such as tongs; an ice cream scoop; measuring spoons, mixing spoons and a spatula. We also have some over-sized plastic nuts and bolts, tools puzzles and tool sewing cards in the puzzles and game area. Next week, we will explore tools for cleaning and tools we use in the bathroom. We will also try out some real hardware tools.
On Tuesday, Doria Pollinger joined the class to help us create something very beautiful for the Class Auction, which will be held in April. We will give you a little hint as to what Doria is helping us create. Each of the children selected a different color fabric ink. After painting his or her hand with the ink, Doria helped them make a hand print on black velvet cloth. We cannot wait to see what she will do with the finished product. Keep your eyes out for this special auction which will include creations from all of the classes at BCD.
Tuesday was also the 100th day of school! All morning long, the children were counting various sets of one hundred. They also used the Cuisinière Rods to explore one hundred. We counted 100 animals; 100 pegs; 100 playing cards and 100 wooden shapes! We also learned the song “We Can Count by 10’s Up to 100.”
Madame Siegel returned to school this week. As a special treat, the children sang her “Frère Jacques.” They were very excited and asked her where her bébé, George, was!
On Thursday, Laura Gratz and Jenney Smith joined Miss Guerette and the class, as I had an early morning appointment. Miss Guerette reports that the children had the opportunity to explore more of the new blocks and materials, which was greatly appreciated by all.
On Friday, the children made rainbows out of all sorts of materials and toys. Earlier in the week they met Red Robot, from Letterland. Red Robot gets around on red roller skates and he robs people of their belongings! He is quite the rascal. Next week we will meet Sammy Snake. I wonder what Sammy likes to eat for snack?
Thank you for signing up for Parent/Teacher Conferences, I look forward to meeting with you on Thursday and Friday of next week.
Books we Read:
- “The Three Billy Goats Gruff,” pictures by Ellen Appleby
- “Hank and Frank Fix Up the House,” by Joanna and Philip Cole and William Van Horn
- “Who Uses This,” by Margaret Miller
- “Pie In the Sky,” by Lois Elhert
Reminders:
- Please be sure to sign up for Parent/Teacher Conferences
- If you are sending in something to be warmed in the microwave, please be sure it is in a container that can be microwaved. Anything with tomato sauce should come in a glass container.
- Please send needed flatware with your child’s lunch.
- Update and replenish your child’s extra clothes.
- Bring Library books on Fridays.
- Please remember to remove wet shoes or boots before entering the Preschool rooms.
Dates to Note:
Happy March!
Ellie
