Your kids have been so busy creating some pretty special gifts to you from them for Christmas! We just put the final touches on yesterday!
We had so much fun "traveling around the world" learning about how so many different countries celebrate Christmas. We learned how we are all different and the same.
One country we focused on a lot this week was Germany. We learned that Germany is famous for the Gongerbread cookie and make beautiful gingerbread houses. We watched an animated story version of The Gingerbread Man. During centers one of the things the kids were able to do was pretend to bake gingerbread cookies. Rather than using play-doh like we always do we made a gingerbread scented salt dough that resembled cookie dough. The kids LOVED "baking cookies" this week.
1cup flour
1cup salt
1/2 cup water
Gingerbread or Anise flavoring (small drop)
Friday we ended our journey with the last stop to the North Pole. We read a special story about Santas Elf and watched a short movie, The Elf Story. We learned how important it is to be kind and the magic of Christmas.
Monday we will have a fun filled day of all things Christmas/holidays, from crafts to games to holiday themed dance party.
Tuesday is our last day before winter recess, your child came home with a reminder that they can wear their pajamas, bring a special stuffed animal and blanket. We will go to the community room to watch The Polar Express and have Polar Express Hot Chocolate and snack!
I hope you're enjoying your weekend!
Mrs. Miller
