Good Afternoon!

**We’ve had several families sign up for our Christmas Concert! Thank you—Just a reminder, if you or anyone if your family is planning on attending, please sign up on our list by the morning sign in message. Thanks again!

Maddie and Lulu experimented with the letter recognition box this morning. Maddie initially got the box down and Lulu asked if she could help. Together, they worked to match the upper case letters to the lower case letters. After the box was complete, they named each letter.

The art table was turned into an ornament making station. Using glue and different colored sequins and glitter, children used these materials to make an original ornament that we’ll hang up in our classroom environment.

Our large group friends are still exploring the ‘map’ theme within their journal. We’ve expanded from the ‘map to a volcano’ theme and have made several different versions such as ‘map to the north pole’ and ‘map to a pet shop’. As friends draw their map, they become expressive, sharing special aspects of their current map.

Today, Maddie shared that there was a ‘lost path’ on her map that forces people to get lost and eventually takes them to a bear! Lulu builds bridges within her map and when friends are completely done, they tend to run their finger through the path, explaining their way of thinking.

Anna screamed to Rosemary, “Rosemary! Look it’s snowing.” (cue the excitement)—They stood at the window, watching the beautiful white flakes fall from the sky. They inquired about going outside. We made the final call and decided to camp out inside today. Brr!

Even with a lack of outside time this week, it hasn’t altered our overall attitude. We were quite content looking at the weather from inside a warm house today .

Breakfast– Brown Rice Crisps and mango.

Lunch– Brown, organic rice with cheese and chicken, peppers, and banana.

PM snack– Roasted chick peas and graham crackers.

Wee Sprouts– Broccoli.

Have a lovely night! Stay warm.

-Mindy

Link to pictures: WF 12/8