This week, we played a literacy matching game, did a science experiment, worked in our grocery store, and continued learning Spanish!
Specialists
Spanish - we learned our colors, went over the animals from last week, and played a peek a boo game with different colored fabric.
Cooking - we made a cabbage and carrot salad. We took turns smelling the various ingredients, made the dressing, then mixed it up and enjoyed.
Soccer - we practiced hand eye coordination and balance through a new game - kicking the shirts up in the air and trying to catch them!
Music - we sang the book, “Head to Toe,” danced, and sang a song about colors.
Literacy
On Monday, we talked about the first two letters and letter sounds in our names. The children worked to match their letters to their pictures, then used gemstones to trace! This activity gave the children the opportunity to practice letter recognition, letter sounds, and tracing. As the children become more and more comfortable with their letters, we’re working to challenge their literacy skills.
Science
On Thursday, we made a volcano! We combined water, baking soda, and dish soap. We then added vinegar to watch it explode. The children loved watching the solution bubble over. As they felt it, they noticed the color (pink for our first experiment, blue for our second) and the bubbles that formed. This fun sensory activity allowed the children to practice answering questions and making predictions as we get ready for the science fair.
Social Emotional/Dramatic Play
Our grocery store has transformed this week - thank you for all of your recycled materials donations! The children have continued engaging in role play, exploring the materials, and running the store. Amalia and Nate were interested in creating a “grocery list,” so we added a clipboard and pen to the store. The children also wanted to use paint to create a sign for the store. We’re excited to continue to add elements of literacy, math, and social emotional learning.
Spanish
This week, we practiced and expanded our food vocabulary. Feel free to practice these words at home during mealtimes:
fresa - strawberry
banana/platano - banana
piña - pineapple
manzana - apple
uvas - grapes
naranja - orange
bocadillo - sandwich
brócoli - broccoli
pasta - pasta
gandules - peas
zanahorias - carrots
galletas - crackers
arroz - rice
frijoles - beans
pescado - fish
queso - cheese
yogur - yogurt
aguacate - avocado
Reminder: School is closed on Monday, January 20th for MLK Jr. Day.
Please don’t forget to bring in food items by Wednesday for the science fair!
Have a great weekend!