• Classroom Community- Today's lesson's are coming to you from your classroom teacher and will focus on content across the curriculum. Please be sure to contact your child's teacher (homeroom, resource, related arts, etc...) if you have any questions or need support. We are here to support you and your child as best we are able.
• Resources- I've included a couple sections with varied resources for you and your family (or others you might know) should assistance be needed. Please review below and share with those in need.
• Spirit Week - I loved the Mustache and Mix-Match Monday photos. Today is TEAM WEAR TUESDAY! Continue posting your student/family/staff spirit week photos here: https://padlet.com/thundley1/Bookmarks

Be well my friends.

Tom

Tuesday, Monday, 3/24/2020 –

• First Grade – Art;
• Second Grade – STEM;
• Third Grade – Wellness;
• Fourth Grade – Music

3/25/2020 – First Grade – STEM; Second Grade – Wellness; Third Grade – Music; Fourth Grade – Art

3/26/2020 - First Grade – Wellness; Second Grade – Music; Third Grade – Art; Fourth Grade – STEM

Friday, 3/27/2020 - No School; Spring Break Begins

Attached are some resources that you may find helpful as you navigate these times with your children. The visual support attached is called HALT, which is an acronym to encourage us to practice self-care.

Common Sense Media

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/resources-for-families-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic

What’s Up with this Coronavirus? Comic for Kids

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Mind Yeti Videos

Mind Yeti provides a great way for everyone to practice mindfulness. At the following link are over 15 videos of mindfulness sessions that help kids and families calm their minds, check in with their bodies, and notice their surroundings.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiaUKiwbiHMQDQLCXoPaMMYotldKlUQCw

Sesame Street Little Children, Big Challenges

Young children face new challenges at every age and stage. That’s why it’s so important to help them build the skills they need to become resilient. With self-confidence and the ability to express themselves, little ones will be able to handle whatever may come their way and will just keep getting stronger.

https://www.cfchildren.org/resources/sesame-street-little-children-big-challenges/general-resilience/

How to Talk to your Kids About Coronavirus

This is an article written by PBS Kids about how to talk to children about coronavirus. You will find tips for handwashing, covering coughs, and practicing healthy habits.

https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus

Support for Helpers during Coronavirus

Resources from the Fred Rogers Center in addition to partner organizations for those of you looking for ways to create learning opportunities and structure for children.

https://www.fredrogerscenter.org/what-we-do/child-wellness/coronavirus-response

Resources for Families Practicing Self-Care:

CNET Everything you need to know…

Resources for working, cooking, and coping while practicing social distancing.

https://www.cnet.com/how-to/covid-19-everything-you-need-to-know-to-stay-healthy-and-entertained-while-stuck-at-home/

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network Parent Guide

Support in understanding and coping during this time. The guide provide information on children’s developmental/age reactions and how to help.

https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources/fact-sheet/outbreak_factsheet_1.pdf