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Classroom (and light studio) Adventures!

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 As the weather stays cold, we are lucky to have a facility with lots of indoor options to get us out of our classroom and get our imaginations running! Today we visited a refreshed light studio: This week's theme: SPACE Since we have already completed a space unit, we were SO READY! We also experimented with ribbon lengths today and enjoyed an impromptu dance party....  Because, why not?  As were getting older, you may notice us attempting to describe how big something is ("it's really REALLY big!"). If you catch a chance, ask your little one how long something is, too. Don't worry if they get the answer mixed up, or even treat the word 'long' as though it means the same thing as 'big', thats totally normal. But, giving them new comparison words, like 'long' and 'short', gives them more language to explain their ideas with. :) Thanks for letting us explain silly ideas all day, your kiddos are so smart! -Shelby M1.3: Recognition o...
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The Beginning!

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 It’s starting…the time of excitement, paint, glitter, music, and overall FUN!  We first used Hanukkah stamps, which the kids absolutely loved! The children shared different colors of dreidels, stars, presents, and Menorahs. It was such a hit that we had Davenning at the table so we could continue the art project while praying.  Next, we used liquid water colors on felt (this is part of a take home project, so you’ll see the final project in a few weeks!). The children had to follow instructions, switch out colors with their neighbor, and take turns as this was a small group project. This meant having to wait for the second group, and having to stop at a certain time for the first group. Both groups behaved beautifully.  Indiana Early Learning Foundations:  CA3.2: Demonstrate creative expression through visual art production PHG3.1: Demonstrate development of fine and gross motor coordination APL4.1: Demonstrate development of social interactions during play ...
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