Macy began our geyser exploration by rousing the crowd with a cheer!

Using a geyser tube filled with Mentos, Mel showed friends how the porous candy absorbed the fuzzy coke to create a big coke explosion.

A community helper popped into the backyard during our study, so we had a chance to learn what a Meter Reader does.

We gathered back inside to talk more about the Fourth of July. We set out flags with red and blue tape and paper for friends to create art.

Lisa and friends played charades.

This morning, Finn arranged to have the garden looked after while he was away. Here’s the conversation:

Finn: “Caleb, could you do a job for me when I’m at the Island? Could you be the Boss of the Garden?”

Caleb: “For how many days?”

Finn: “Three and a half, I think.”

Ada: “If it’s only three and a half days, I can do it!”

Caleb: “Me too!”

Finn: “Ok. Thanks, guys.”

If you are in town, we’d like to invite you all to assume Finn’s Boss of the Garden job over the next week and a half. The cherry tomatoes are just about ready, and there are lots if peas ready to be picked. Kale, chives and other herbs are also ready to go. ENJOY!

See you Monday, July 15th.

Happy Tuesday!

Our sensorial Tuesday started off with painting. Clara informed everyone that she was making a sunshine! Eren enjoyed painting with his hands..and on the table!

Once children were done with painting, we transitioned into water play. We splashed and played in the water for quite some time!

As Emma was waiting for her turn with water play, she enjoyed feeling Miss Mindy’s hair. The sensorial feeling she got made her laugh and clap!

For breakfast, children had cheesy eggs with pears. Lunch consisted of grilled cheese sandwiches on whole wheat, pears, and peas. PM snack was whole grain crackers with yogurt/soy butter dip.

Have a great night.

-Mindy

WF Vacay: Thursday, July 4-Sunday, July 14th, reopening Monday, July 15th.

Today, when we asked Wee Friends what they were most looking forward to on their vacay, here’s what they told us:

Elliott: “Hey! Hey! I’m going to a restaurant that has grass and a goat on the roof!”

Finn: “I’m going on the boat and the green machine: that’s Grandpa’s thing to get out to the island!”

Elizabeth: “I’m going to Grandma and Grandpa’s house and then I get to go the pool and swim!”

Sophie: “I’m going somewhere far away to ride rides.”

Taylor: “Riding the paparazzi!”

Ellie: “I get to jump on the bed and swim in the cold swimming pool in Madison.”

Sydney: “Fireworks and other vacation surprises!”

Caleb: “I will play games.”

Lea: “I’m excited to go to Silver Beach!”

Sloane: “I’m gonna go on a ‘cation far away and then Grandma and Grandpa are gonna come!”

Macy: “I’m gonna see my aunt who lives in San Diego.”

Ada: “We are still planning our vacation.”

Marina: “I’m going in a pool and a beach. All my family is coming to the beach with me.”

Cassie: “Seeing my Dad in Indy.”

*Apologies for not posting photos-we lost power in both batteries! We’ll be back on track tomorrow.

Wee Sprouts: Cucumbers. Breakfast: Raisin Bran and apple slices. Lunch: Sloppy Joes (thank you, Lisa!), celery sticks and applesauce. Snack: Yogurt and raisins.

Have a great day.

Happy July!

To start off our short week, friends gathered around Miss Marty as she read ‘teacher’ books. We classify these types of books as teacher books because they are longer in length and are all paperback. Children LOVE when we get these books down!

Children cuddled up to one another as they listened to the stories being read. At one point, Emma had her arms around her friends Clara and Zoi.

Before we headed outside, Clara noticed our new painting project that was hanging up. She identified the sun that she had helped paint along with the hand butterflies that she and her friends painted!

As we headed out on this cloudy day, friends scattered throughout the yard. The sand box was a popular place.

Siblings Eve and Caleb decided to swing with one another.

For breakfast, children had whole wheat toast with soy butter and pears. Lunch consisted of melted cheese on flatbread sandwiches, broccoli, and apples. PM snack was cantaloupe and cheddar cheese slices.

Have a terrific evening.

-Mindy

 

REMINDER: Wee Friends will be closed this Thursday, July 4th –Sunday, July 14th. We will reopen Monday, July 15th.

By 8:15am, Melinda had a music circle spinning to favorite tunes “London Bridges”, “Old McDonald” and many others. Then we moved into alphabet yoga. We headed outside into the cool of the morning and gathered our Wee Sprouts: peas.

We spent the whole morning outside.

Gulping fresh summer air and smellin’ the roses. Happy Monday.

Breakfast: Wheat toast and pear slices. Lunch: Whole wheat flatbread with melted cheddar cheese, broccoli and apple slices. Snack: Honeydew melon and animal crackers.

Happy Friday!

**Just as a reminder, we have a three day week next week. For summer vacation, we’ll be closed July 4th-July 14th. We’ll return on Monday, July 15th.

Our Friday was spent having GORGEOUS outside time this morning. We loved the sunshine and the sporadic cool breezes. Between playing in the sandbox and riding bikes, friends were ready to come in and have some lunch!

For breakfast, children had eggs with cheese and banana. Lunch consisted of homemade pasta salad with tomatoes, peppers, cucumber, and feta cheese along with bread and apples. PM snack was string cheese and pretzels.

Have a wonderful weekend!

-Mindy

Jane was just under a year old when she began Wee Friends. On September 18th she turns 6. And today, we say goodbye. Jane will be a kindergartener at Good Shepherd Montessori School this fall. From a Wee infant to a strong and kind large group leader, Jane is leaving her mark at Wee Friends by the incredible person and dear friend she has grown up to be. WE LOVE YOU JANE!

Enjoy these shots from our terrific field trip to The Res!

Wee Sprouts: Carrots. Breakfast: Raisin Bran and raisins. Lunch: Italian Pasta Salad, watermelon and string cheese. Snack: Hummus and celery sticks.

Hello!

**The t-shirt forms are due tomorrow (Friday)! If someone needs an extra copy, there are a few forms hanging in the Wee Friends entrance by the front door. Thanks!

To end our Thursday, music came on and friends danced as fast as they could. Eve has her ‘freeze’ down pat!

Earlier in the day, we headed outside where even the humidity couldn’t keep us down!

For breakfast, children had chex and banana. Lunch consisted of egg casserole, watermelon, and mixed vegetables. PM snack was cheddar cheese and goldfish.

Have a wonderful evening.

-Mindy

Reminder: T-shirt orders and farm fees are due by this Friday! There are more T-shirt order forms hanging in WF front entrance way if you need them. THANK YOU! 

With the changes in season and schedules, there has been a more intentional focus on life/social skills as we get into our summer groove. We celebrate the many moments when friends have successful negotiations, gentle touches and inclusive words. Likewise, we guide our friends through tougher times as patterns of kind words and empathy are cultivated! All in all, a great Wee day.

Wee Sprouts: Cauliflower/broccoli. Breakfast: Corn Chex and bananas. Lunch: farm fresh egg casserole, mixed veggies, ww tortillas and watermelon (thanks, Finners!). Snack: Colby Jack cheese slices and crackers. Have a great day.

Happy Wednesday!

Daniel enjoyed his last day with his friends before he and his family take off for vacation! They are going to travel to many different countries! Daniel will be back in August when he starts to transition to Wee Friends . Safe travels and have fun!

We had many different art experiences this morning.

The first three friends that were here this morning helped to make a gorgeous sun for a new art project for the classroom. Clara, Eve, and Keerthi used yellow and orange paint to begin this beautiful sun (especially with the downpour rain this AM). It sure did perk us up since the weather was so icky.

Our second experience was a free for all where friends could paint however they choose. Daniel and Eren decided to paint their hand first and then use their hand to paint the paper.

 

Then, each friend took a turn making a beautiful handprint butterfly that’s going to go in the classroom with the newly painted sun! Lu Lu loved the sensorial experience she got when the paint was painted onto her hand.

For breakfast, friends had oatmeal and cantaloupe. Lunch consisted of tortillas filled with chicken and shredded cheese, cantaloupe, and corn. PM snack was raisins and string cheese (per Daniels request).

Have a great night.

-Mindy