This week in Preschool.....October 7-11, 2013

I waited patiently for the Lord.  Psalm 40:1

This week we continued to learn about Abraham and Sarah and how they were patient.  We talked about how we can be patient, too.

This week we easel painted, made a collage from borders, cut out a pumpkin and glued on string and torn paper to represent the stringy yucky inside and the seeds, and we tore paper to make pumpkin patches.

We continue to have the bean table and the end of last week and this week we washed our pumpkins using a squirt bottle and toothbrushes, and then did an experiment to see if our pumpkin would sink or float.

During our center time this week we matched clothes, we blended water color with starch, we made an elevation station, found likenesses and differences in items and did texture matching.

On Friday the Kirkwood Fire Department came to visit our class.  We got to see the fire truck, and the firefighters showed us their suits so if we ever need their help, we don't need to be afraid.  We also learned about stop, drop, and roll if our clothes catch on fire and when to call 9-1-1.

It was also exciting to see one of our hermit crabs, Shelly, come completely out of the shell looking for a bigger shell for its new house.

This week we read...
I'm Like You, You're Like Me
I'm Not Ready
1,2,3 Peas
1-2-3-Va-Va-Vroom
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Some Leaves

Look for an online sign up sheet for conferences that came to your e-mail.  They will be  on Monday afternoon, October 21, Tuesday late afternoon, October 22 and Wednesday, October 23. These will only be about 10-15 minutes.

NO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23-FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25