Good Afternoon!

This morning friends explored a tray filled with dry grains and loose parts.  Several friends became interested in finding all of the individual corn kernels and collecting them in a can.  A group worked together carefully sorting through the tiny pieces, pushing their fine motor skills to the limit.  The sound of the kernels on the metal can reminded them of popped corn popping, so they pretended they were making popcorn. 

We use a lot of “loose parts” play at Wee Friends because it has so many benefits for your child’s development.  Play that is open-ended requires higher level thinking and creativity to figure out how to use the objects provided.  Loose parts foster a more experimental nature to play, giving kids time and space to try things and problem solve which is less likely in structured activities. 

Outside, we created a variety of water exploration areas.  A favorite was the large tray filled with floating pieces of bark and colored bugs.  The kids made the wood into boats for the bugs.  They experimented with weight, size and balance, finding the perfect combination to create a “bug boat”.  The kids moved the water to create wind and waves, watching how the boats moved with the flow of the water.  This is a great example of play based learning as kids are exploring concepts of science during play.

Breakfast– Puffins cereal with fresh pineapple/watermelon.

Lunch– Melted shredded cheese quesadillas on whole wheat tortilla (option for refried beans!), fresh pineapple/pears/watermelon, and fresh cucumber/carrot.

PM snack– Whole wheat bagel with peanut butter.

Wee Sprout– Fresh cucumber.

Have a wonderful night!

-Wee Friends Teachers

Link to pictures: 2025-06-17