Happy Monday!

One of the longest standing traditions at Wee Friends takes place in the fall: hammering golf tees into a big pumpkin! Children always love this activity. Not only is it fun, but it requires hand and eye coordination along with motor control. The top of the golf tee isn’t that big so it takes concentration to hit the golf tee with a wooden hammer.

Choices are a main aspect of our day. Children know if they need some quiet time or down time, the reading area is a great place for that! Lately, friends have been taking the pillows and building a small fort where their body is enclosed as they read their favorite story.

We have several various activities that allow children to use their hands. One of our favorites recently is LEGO’s. Not only do LEGO’s require fine motor strength but it also requires concentration.

A group of friends collected loose materials throughout the yard and decided to build a campfire! Not only did they construct the campfire but they went around gathering sticks for their marshmallows!  We all love a good campfire story!

MACK for Week 6: Children will learn to define friendship and to recognize the friendships they have with their peers.

One of the wonderful things about our classroom setup is most of these children have been together for years! Sometimes, it more like a sibling relationship. Children know each other so well: they know what makes them happy, frustrated, or sad.

Strengthening the friendships between children is one of our highest priorities as being able to sustain meaningful relationships in our lives is crucial!

Breakfast– Whole wheat toast with peanut butter and fresh apples.

Lunch– Whole wheat pasta with butter and shredded beef, fresh banana/apple, and fresh kale/cucumber.

PM snack– Whole milk yogurt with fresh oranges.

Wee Sprout– Fresh kale/cucumber.

Have a lovely night!

-Mindy

Link to pictures: WF 10/7