WF Daily Explorations…Tuesday 3.29.11

Today in small groups we…

Today the older kids produced a Message Board asking the question: “Why did pirates hang flags?” After some study, we learned the answer and the kids sketched, colored, cut out and taped a stick pole to their flag creations.

Our younger Wee Friends enjoyed a music exploration with rhythm sticks and scarves.  We played through lots of songs searching for a new pirate shantie!

Our swimmers swam this morning and we have enjoyed being outside in this gorgeous weather!  We introduced pirate costumes to housekeeping.

Ask your older child if they have had a turn being the WF Daily Librarian. They can tell you all about it.

Foundations:

F.5.7 Use writing or symbols to share an idea with someone.

F.3.2 Moderate movements to tempo (fast/slow) and dynamics (loud/soft) of music heard.

F.2.3 Complete basic responsibilities related to daily needs.