We started the day with Math FAB K.3.2: Identify and make simple patterns with letters and shapes.

In our literacy rich environment, a couple friends sang the ABC song and then finished with a leap off the bench.

We dove into Literacy FAB K.2.4: Identify types of everyday print materials. We honed in on newspapers. Melinda receives the SB Tribune each morning. Friends asked her questions about how it gets to her doorstep AND why she likes the newspaper.

Magna Tile math work created a social circle in which friends not only created works, but carefully practiced the art of negotiation and sharing of materials.

We measured our bulbs and integrated a quick lesson on “grabbing” and “touching”.

Our older preschoolers listened to The Paper Boy by Dav Pilkey. We had a great discussion about paper deliveries and production. With our new stash of newsprint (thanks, Tami!,) we set out to create our own newspaper.

And now we are resting. Funny how sometimes Mondays are the days that wear us out the most!

Happy, restful, Monday. Tomorrow we celebrate Lisa’s birthday. She told us it’s her 29th but we have reason to believe it’s her big 5-0! (she didn’t mind me sharing).

Laurie

Wee Sprouts: Carrots. Breakfast: Puffins cereal and pears. Lunch: Melted cheddar on turkey and whole wheat toast, peas and applesauce. Snack: Pretzels and cheese sticks.