Announcements

Dear Families,​

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During the month of April, The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) hosts The Week of The Young Child, which is an event that highlights the importance of early childhood education. The week aims to focus public attention on the needs of young children and their families and to promote early childhood programs and services. On the calendar, you will find that each day during the week of 4/6-4/11 has a special theme. Look for more information on your child’s ClassDojo page to discover all the wonderful activities taking place in your child’s classroom during this exciting week. ​

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Please complete your parent surveys by April 4th. The survey is an opportunity to let us know what you think went well and where we can serve you better. Your voice counts!

3K Investigation:
Gardening

Focus Questions ​​

​-How can we plan and care for our garden? ​

-What grows in gardens? ​

-Who helps gardens grow? ​

-How do gardens help people and the environment? ​

-How can we harvest our garden?

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Some Books That We Will Read ​

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-​​ The Carrot Seed by Ruth Krauss​

-Planting a Rainbow by Lois Ehlert​

-Growing Vegetable Soup by Lois Ehlert​

-How Are You Peeling? By Saxton Freymann
& Joost Elffers​

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Family Engagement​

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Planting Seeds:​

Planting seeds in pots or directly in the ground is a great way to introduce preschoolers to the basics of gardening and the growth cycle of plants.​

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Tip: Choose easy-to-grow plants like sunflowers, beans, or lettuce.​

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Gardening Sensory Bin:​

Fill a bin with soil, rocks, and small gardening tools for children to explore and practice their fine motor skills.​

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Bird Feeders:​

Hang bird feeders in the garden and observe the different birds that visit. 

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4K Investigation:
Buildings & Trees

In April, our 4K students embark on a dynamic learning journey. They will have one week to complete the Buildings unit, and then, from April 6 to 12th, they will participate in exciting activities during The Week of The Young Child. 4K will wrap up the final two weeks of the Trees study, exploring nature and deepening their understanding of the world around them.​

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Focus Questions​:

-What is special about our building? ​

-What happens inside buildings? ​

-How do trees change, and who lives in trees?​

-What can we do with parts of trees?

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Some Books That We Will Read​

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-​​​Trees to Paper by Lisa M. Herrington​

-Isabel’s House of Butterflies by Tony Johnston​

-Amazing Buildings by Kate Hayden​

-Block City by Robert Louis Stevenson

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Family Engagement​

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Trees​

As you embark on the neighborhood walks, help your child explore and appreciate nature as you take a "tree walk". In April, the trees in our community are bursting with leaves and fragrant flowers. Talk with your child about the amazing colors, shapes, and sizes. Your child might enjoy making a collage by arranging and gluing tree items on paper.​

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Week of The Young Child​

Music Monday: Engage children with music through singing, dancing, creating instruments, or even hosting a virtual performance. ​

Tasty Tuesday: Explore different foods and cultures through food-related activities, like a "rainbow of healthy treats" or a family-shared recipe. ​

Work Together Wednesday: Focus on teamwork and cooperation through games, building projects, or community service activities. ​

Artsy Thursday: Encourage creativity and fine motor skills with open-ended art projects using various materials like crayons, paint, or clay. ​

Family Friday: Celebrate families with activities like family photo collages, sharing family stories, or encouraging quality family time. 

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