All About Me...continued!

We had a wonderful first full week continuing our “All About Me” unit! The children are getting very comfortable in the classroom and understanding our routines and daily schedule. The kids are excited to see not only their Pre-K friends, but also their JK and K friends! It’s great to see such meaningful relationships forming.

Here is a look at the week:

Recess:

Our Pre-K group LOVES the tire swing! As soon at the playground gate swings open it’s a dash to the tire swing. One of our Pre-K friends loves to push while the other friends ride! We also opened up the sandbox. The children love to build and dig in the sand!

Free Choice:

The children are getting very comfortable with our morning routine. The kids enjoy being able to choose their own activity in the morning. Their favorites are “my little ponies” and “the kitchen.”

Language Arts:

This week the journal topic was, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The children had a variety of answers - a musician, an artist, a dinosaur and a fairy princess! Can you guess which one your child wants to be? We also completed an activity based on the book “A My Name is Alice.” The kiddos matched the beginning sound of their name with something that they like. For example - “J my name is James, and I like Jellybeans!” You can see this project hanging up in the hallway outside of our classroom.

Art:

This week the children got messy with shaving cream! We put a large dollop on the table and the children practiced writing letters, drawing shapes and pictures. The Pre-K kids LOVED this activity!! It was messy and fun!

Math:

This week we introduced a new math game. In a small group we took turns rolling the dice, counting the dots, and then finding the corresponding number on a math mat. The kids really enjoyed doing this activity together!

Gym:  

This week in gym we played “Shakes and Minnows” with our Kindergarten friends!

Music:

This week in music we played instruments! The Pre-K kids took turns playing the triangle, drums, tambourine and shakers! Together we sang - “Good Morning,” “Down By The Bay,” and “Bongo Joe.”

Family Share:

This week we learned all about James's family! We learned that his parents met at Notre Dame and that they were both student-athletes. His mom was a swimmer and his dad played soccer. We also learned that one of James’s favorites things is getting thrown high up in the air! We got to see some really great pictures! Thank you for coming in Mrs. Moore!

Reading Buddies:

We LOVE our 5th/6th grade Reading Buddies! The children are creating strong and meaningful bonds with the “Big Kids.”

Circle Time:

During circle time we practiced our Zoo Phonics! So far we have met Allie Alligator, Bubba Bear, Catina Cat, and Dee Dee Deer. Ask your child if they can show you the motions and make the sounds that go with each letter!

Next Week:

Next week we will be diving into our “Chicka, Chicka, Boom Boom” unit based off of the popular book by Lois Ehlert.

Reminders:

NO SCHOOL next Thursday!