Hello again KA families,
This week we learned more about the brain and the five main sections and what they do (the amygdala, the hippocampus, the cerebellum, the cerebrum and the prefrontal cortex). The goal isn’t for students to memorize the names and their functions, but to become aware that the brain is a complex structure and that different areas have different functions and that we can work to strengthen those areas. We refer to these areas in class often to help develop that understanding.
We used math (ordering and comparing objects based on length) to build Christmas Trees to accompany our Candy Canes in the hallway. We displayed them in an AB pattern on the wall to practice our patterning outcome. We also used our literacy and numeracy center time to practice fine motor skills, patterning skills, spatial awareness, love of reading, love of writing and rhyming.
Today we began writing letters to Santa, but instead of writing to ask for something for ourselves, each student chose one person they love and asked for something for that person. Students had to reflect on their loved one and decide what is more important and valuable to that person before they were able to decide on what to ask for. It was very sweet listening to their decision making process. We will finish these on Monday.
Unfortunately with the high winds this afternoon, Wild Child had to cancel our session today for safety. They will reschedule in the new year, and I will be sure to share the date with you all once it has been chosen.
A reminder to send extra hats, socks and mittens/gloves in your child’s backpack. Students often have wet mitts/socks/hats after recess and it can be quite uncomfortable to put on wet outdoor gear. A backup in the backpack can save a lot of stress. Thanks!
Next week is a big week at West Kent. There is a theme to each day if your child would like to participate in our Spirit Week (the schedule is listed below). We will visit the Holiday Shoppe on Monday (remember to send $2) and our Holiday Concert is on Thursday (storm date, Friday, December 19). Please let me know before 9am on Thursday if you are planning to take your child home with you after the concert. If we don’t know beforehand, it can cause quite a bit of disruption at the office to organize students leaving early for the day and will delay your departure. Thanks for helping with this.
Make sure you check out the Overheard in KA tab at the top of the blog for some light-hearted moments overheard in our class. I’ll continue to add to this throughout the year.
Next Week in KA:
Monday, December 15, Day 3: Music, PJ/Comfy Clothes Day & Holiday Shoppe
Tuesday, December 16, Day 4: Mrs. Mac, Phys. Ed & Dress in Holiday Colors Day
Wednesday, December 17, Day 5: Music & Holiday Sweaters Day
Thursday, December 18, Day 6: Holiday Socks Day & Concert
Friday, December 19, Day 1: Music & Holiday Hats/Headbands Day
Have a fantastic weekend,
Lisa 😊
Mrs. MacLeod's Class 