PK 4.3 - Weekly Newsletter
Dear parents,
First of all we would like to thank you for attending our Mes de la Patria event. Our children did an amazing job dancing Limbo and it was a huge success. We hope you enjoyed the show!
Our classes are full of wheel discussions and observations, as our students are investigating how wheels are all around us and we use them every day. The children have been keen observers and have pointed out what things have wheels. They have been comparing and contrasting them and asking themselves questions about how wheels are necessary and how they help us. We have managed to make some connections with our community helpers and the types of vehicles and tools they may use that have wheels. Our discussions have centered around how they help us move from place to place and how distance and number of people may influence the vehicle we may need. They have also noticed how moving heavy loads may require some wheels to help do the work faster, or easier. In addition to work, wheels can be used to have fun as we play with our toy cars and ride bikes.
During our class activities we have used toy cars and manipulatives to help reinforce counting, sorting and comparing. Children have used wheels to stamp, roll and print with a variety of classroom tools such as rolling pins, pizza cutters, car wheels, lids etc. We continue to explore new vocabulary related to our wheel study and getting ready for the upcoming holidays/celebrations!
Objectives:
- Uses classification skills
- Uses number concepts and operations
- Shows curiosity and motivation
- Uses and appreciates books
Books of the Week
Small groups
Mes de la Patria event
Reminders
1. Nov 28th: Panamanian holiday! NO SCHOOL
2. Toy Drive: We will be collecting unwrapped toys for 4-6 year olds starting on Monday, Nov. 21st until Friday, December 2nd.
3. Dec 2nd: Holiday Concert and Shop. Remember we start at 8am and kids have to wear their festive clothing. If you're sending money for the shop, place it in a zip-lock bag with their names.
4. Dec 7th: Mother's day celebration
5. Dec 8th: NO SCHOOL