I hope everyone had a nice and relaxing break!
April – The Study of Trees!
For
the next 7 weeks, students
will learn about
trees. As we investigate this topic, we will work
together to find the answers to our theme questions. Some of the questions include: What
food comes from trees? Who lives in
trees? Who
takes care of trees?
Some
of the books we will be reading this week are:
•Our Tree Named Steve by Alan Zweibel
•Abiyoyo by Pete Seeger
Lessons and activities for the theme:
Math – Students will have leaves to
measure their height.
Art – Children will have access to
paint materials, leaves, and pinecones to draw trees and make leaf or pinecone
prints.
Blocks – Students will be able to create
trees from the different types of blocks in the block center.
Pretend Play–
Students will have materials to create a home from trees.
Writing/ iPad-
Students will be able to play learning games related to the theme on the iPad.
Library- Students will have access to books
about trees.
Science - Students will be able to
observe sample tree materials with magnifying glasses.
Sensory Table -
Sand and Water
Reminders:
• Please make sure your child has a complete change of clothes (that fits) in their cubby.
Recommended
Home to
School Connection:
Universal
Handwriting books:
Monday – Page 14
Tuesday – Page
15
Wednesday – Page
16
Thursday – Page
17
Friday
- Have a
great weekend!
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