Pets, pets, pets! It is pet week at preschool.
Today we had a visit from the Westland Humane Society and learned about how to take care of the pets we have.
Table activities this week are decorating a bone, playing pet store, playing with animals and a dog wash.
Some of the KDIs we are looking at this week are-
Community roles: Children recognize that people have different roles and functions in the community. - We learned what the Humane Society does and we learned about how we can help take care of our pets.
Pretend play: Children express and represent what they observe, think, imagine, and feel through pretend play- We examine different roles in our pet store or pretending to take care of animals.
Jesus Time- Our story this week is the story of the Good Samaritan. Jesus tells his followers a striking story. A man is on a journey and is robbed and beaten. He is lying near the road. This man is a Jew and a Jewish priest and a priest's assistant walk by, crossing to the other side of the road, in order to avoid helping this man. A Samaritan walks by and takes the man, places him on his donkey, cleans him up and takes him to an inn. He gives the innkeeper enough money to take care of the man for several days and promises to return to pay more if there is a need. What is so surprising about this story is that Jews and Samaritans were enemies. They would not normally help each other. This man went out of his way to help someone in need. He gave up his time and treasure and I am sure he was way out of his comfort zone. Who is our neighbor? How far would we go to help someone in need? We were Jesus enemies, but he came and gave up his life in our place. Out of love for him, we should love and care for all our neighbors!
Books of the Week- "Clifford's Kitten" by Norman Bridwell, "Whistle for Willie" by Ezra Jack Keats, and "Not Norman" by Kelly Bennett.
Spirit week is this week. On Thursday night we will have a spirit night to which you are all invited! Join us for a pep rally, root beer floats and the chance to throw a pie at some teachers, all for a great cause!
Thursday's dress up theme is Red and Black, our school colors!
Have a fantastic week!
Mrs. Schneck
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Thursday, February 23, 2017
Blog for Thursday, February 23rd
One of the warmest February on record!! So, today we played with ice!
I did not expect it to be quite so warm.
Morning activities gave friends the chance to build with ice cubes and decorate them with sequins, play with colored ice on paper or in bowls.
To choose this morning, each child chipped a bead out of ice and stated their plan to play.
Some KDIs we concentrated on today were-
Observing: Children observe the materials and processes in their environment. - We painted our ice and even took it outside, what happens to it?
Experimenting: Children experiment to test their ideas- How did the ice cubes mix colors? We experimented alot today!
Jesus time- This week we are hearing the story of Jesus feeding the 5000. Imagine, a group of close to 15,000 people followed Jesus all day, listening to him preach and teach and heal and bless. They followed him as he walked and soon it was close to the time for the evening meal. They were too far from home and Jesus did not want to send them away hungry. To test the disciples, he asked them to go in to a small village that was close by and get all these people something to eat. The disciples said they didn't have nearly enough money and even if they did, there was no way that small village would have enough food for them to eat! Then one disciple brought forward a small boy who was willing to share his lunch. He had two small dried fish and five small barley loaves. Jesus took the food and blessed it and began breaking it apart and handing it out, after everyone was full, the disciples collected 12 baskets full of leftovers! How did that happen? Another miracle that Jesus performed! He had to set the people straight though, after this they wanted to make him their "Bread King", they would never be hungry!! He left because that is not why He came, He came to save us by dying on the cross and rising again! He never stops caring for our bodies or our souls! Hallelujah, What a Savior!!
Books of the Day- "The Mitten" by Jan Brett, "Stranger in the Woods" by Carl R. Sams, and "Outside" by Deirdre Gill.
Next week is a special week! It is Spirit Week! The basketball players in the big school have a tournament next weekend!
We would love for you to participate- Monday is Comfy, Cozy Day- wear your pajamas, Tuesday is Sports Jersey Day and the visitor from the Westland Humane Society also comes at 9:30 that day, Wednesday is Guys in Ties, Girls in Pearls, wear your best, it's Ash Wednesday, church for many of us and Thursday is Red and Black day, our school colors.
On Thursday night, from 6-7:30 is Spirit Night- the pep band will play, pompom girls will do their routine and root beer floats will be served. You will also get the chance, for a small fee, to through a pie at some teachers, me included!!
Have a great week!
Mrs. Schneck
I did not expect it to be quite so warm.
Morning activities gave friends the chance to build with ice cubes and decorate them with sequins, play with colored ice on paper or in bowls.
To choose this morning, each child chipped a bead out of ice and stated their plan to play.
Some KDIs we concentrated on today were-
Observing: Children observe the materials and processes in their environment. - We painted our ice and even took it outside, what happens to it?
Experimenting: Children experiment to test their ideas- How did the ice cubes mix colors? We experimented alot today!
Jesus time- This week we are hearing the story of Jesus feeding the 5000. Imagine, a group of close to 15,000 people followed Jesus all day, listening to him preach and teach and heal and bless. They followed him as he walked and soon it was close to the time for the evening meal. They were too far from home and Jesus did not want to send them away hungry. To test the disciples, he asked them to go in to a small village that was close by and get all these people something to eat. The disciples said they didn't have nearly enough money and even if they did, there was no way that small village would have enough food for them to eat! Then one disciple brought forward a small boy who was willing to share his lunch. He had two small dried fish and five small barley loaves. Jesus took the food and blessed it and began breaking it apart and handing it out, after everyone was full, the disciples collected 12 baskets full of leftovers! How did that happen? Another miracle that Jesus performed! He had to set the people straight though, after this they wanted to make him their "Bread King", they would never be hungry!! He left because that is not why He came, He came to save us by dying on the cross and rising again! He never stops caring for our bodies or our souls! Hallelujah, What a Savior!!
Books of the Day- "The Mitten" by Jan Brett, "Stranger in the Woods" by Carl R. Sams, and "Outside" by Deirdre Gill.
Next week is a special week! It is Spirit Week! The basketball players in the big school have a tournament next weekend!
We would love for you to participate- Monday is Comfy, Cozy Day- wear your pajamas, Tuesday is Sports Jersey Day and the visitor from the Westland Humane Society also comes at 9:30 that day, Wednesday is Guys in Ties, Girls in Pearls, wear your best, it's Ash Wednesday, church for many of us and Thursday is Red and Black day, our school colors.
On Thursday night, from 6-7:30 is Spirit Night- the pep band will play, pompom girls will do their routine and root beer floats will be served. You will also get the chance, for a small fee, to through a pie at some teachers, me included!!
Have a great week!
Mrs. Schneck
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Valentines Blog
Happy Valentine's Day!
Three year olds had a great Valentine's Day today! They played in a Valentine's sensory bin, decorated bags to take their treats home in, played some Valentine's games and delivered their Valentines.
They did a great job with name recognition! It was super to see!
Some KDIs emphasized this week are-
Reflection: Children reflect on their experiences.- We are really working on this one, try to remember what we played or did. Ask your kids when you get home from running errands if they can remember the places you went. Get those memories in gear- so important to retain other necessary information!
Concepts about print: Children demonstrate knowledge about environmental print- Looking for the names on the bags that match the names on their Valentines! Great job!
Jesus Time-We are learning about Jairus' daughter. A man had a daughter who was very sick and as a last resort, he sought out Jesus for help. As they were coming to the house, crying was heard, his daughter had already died. Jesus told the mourners in the house that she was only sleeping- they thought him crazy! He went into the girl's room, sat on the edge of her bed, took her hand and said, "Little girl, get up!" and she did!! He then told her mother to get her something to eat. Because Jesus lives, we also will live!
Books of the Week- We are reading various Valentine themed books this week, such as "Hedgehugs" by Steve Wilson and Lucy Tapper, " Love Bugs" by David A. Carter and "Blue's Valentines Day" by Deborah Reber.
Have a great week!
Tell others interested in a three or four year old preschool about us! We are having an open house on Sunday, February 26th from 2-4 pm.
A little Valentine shuffleboard-
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Blog for February 7 and 9
Lava, magma, erupt! This week we are talking about mountains and volcanoes.
Some of the KDIs we are concentrating on this week are-
Fine-motor skills: Children demonstrate dexterity and hand-eye coordination in using their small muscles.- We are using them to make mountains, volcanoes and rivers in landscapes of playdoh and sand.
Natural and physical world: Children gather knowledge about the natural and physical world.- Looking at pictures and experiencing eruptions. Looking at wildlife that lives in the mountains and activities that happen there.
Geography: Children recognize and interpret features and locations in their environment- Where are volcanoes and mountains? Are there any in Michigan?
Jesus Time-We are hearing about the miracle of Jesus healing a paralyzed man. Jesus was preaching and teaching in a house in Capernaum in Galilee and so many people were in the house, there was no room for any more. Four friends, desperate to get their paralyzed friend to see Jesus, came through the roof of the house and lowered their friend on a mat right in front of Jesus. When Jesus saw him, he had compassion on him and said, "Son, your sins are forgiven." Some of the teachers of the law thought this too bold of Jesus- Who was he to forgive sins? He showed them who he was, God's own son, by then telling the man to get up, pick up his mat and go home, which he did!! Jesus cares for us too!
Books of the Week- We are looking at "The Best Book of Volcanoes" by Simon Adams, "When I Was Young and Lived in the Mountains" by Cynthia Rylant and "My Wilderness: An Alaskan Adventure" by Claudia McGeHee.
Hope you all have a fantastic and healthy week!
Mrs. Schneck
Some of the KDIs we are concentrating on this week are-
Fine-motor skills: Children demonstrate dexterity and hand-eye coordination in using their small muscles.- We are using them to make mountains, volcanoes and rivers in landscapes of playdoh and sand.
Natural and physical world: Children gather knowledge about the natural and physical world.- Looking at pictures and experiencing eruptions. Looking at wildlife that lives in the mountains and activities that happen there.
Geography: Children recognize and interpret features and locations in their environment- Where are volcanoes and mountains? Are there any in Michigan?
Jesus Time-We are hearing about the miracle of Jesus healing a paralyzed man. Jesus was preaching and teaching in a house in Capernaum in Galilee and so many people were in the house, there was no room for any more. Four friends, desperate to get their paralyzed friend to see Jesus, came through the roof of the house and lowered their friend on a mat right in front of Jesus. When Jesus saw him, he had compassion on him and said, "Son, your sins are forgiven." Some of the teachers of the law thought this too bold of Jesus- Who was he to forgive sins? He showed them who he was, God's own son, by then telling the man to get up, pick up his mat and go home, which he did!! Jesus cares for us too!
Books of the Week- We are looking at "The Best Book of Volcanoes" by Simon Adams, "When I Was Young and Lived in the Mountains" by Cynthia Rylant and "My Wilderness: An Alaskan Adventure" by Claudia McGeHee.
Hope you all have a fantastic and healthy week!
Mrs. Schneck
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