This week, we took a trip to Whole Foods, practiced observational drawing, explored clay with wire, did a science experiment, and made cheddar rosemary crackers.
Specialists
Spanish - we sang “Cinco Patitos” (Five Little Ducks) and “Viejo Macdonald” (Old Macdonald). We practiced counting and went over farm animals in Spanish.
Cooking - we made a salad with lettuce, peppers, and carrots with a side of lemon and lime.
Soccer - we played an “ice cream cone” game where the children had to do little kicks to get the traffic cone in the saucer cone.
Music - we sang, danced, and read Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.
Gross Motor/Literacy/Math
On Monday, we took a trip to Whole Foods to find ways to make our classroom store more realistic. We learned so many things! We stopped to notice all the letters and numbers in the store. As a group, we decided that we need price tags and item signs. We even had the chance to chat with the cashier. We’re excited to revamp our store and continue to incorporate literacy and math throughout.
Observational Drawing
On Tuesday, we practiced observational drawing with pictures of different foods. The children talked about details of the picture, including shapes and different colors. Then, they worked to draw what they saw. Observational drawing encourages children to slow down and notice details. We’re excited to add these food drawings to our grocery store.
Clay
On Wednesday, we explored clay, wire, rollers, and scissors. They used the various materials to mold and make their own creations:
Amalia: challah
Nate: a birthday cake
Cooper: beading
Nicole: a pancake
Oliver: a happy birthday cake
Maddy: a house
Clay has so many possibilities! Manipulating clay and wire engages children’s fine motor muscles and promotes creativity and dramatic play. It also facilitates dialogue between the children as they discussed the different creations they made.
Science
On Thursday, we did a sink or float experiment. We filled up our sensory bin with water and asked the children to make predictions on whether certain items would sink or float. Then, we tested each one! We learned that light objects float, while heavy objects sink. As we do more and more science projects, the children are demonstrating the ability to make predictions. This science project also doubles as a fun sensory activity!
Cooking
On Friday, we made cheddar rosemary crackers. The children took turns smelling, looking at, and adding the ingredients. We put it in a blender, then engaged our fine motor muscles and kneaded/rolled out the dough. After, we baked the crackers in the oven and enjoyed them with lunch - they loved them!
The recipe is posted on Nurish if you’d like to make them at home!
Reminder: The BMS Science Fair is on 2/8 from 10-12.
Have a great weekend!