Westminster School Highlights - October 18, 2024
- 11 mins
Celebrating Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, we held a special art activity to introduce the children to the colors and symbols that represent this important celebration.
They were given a variety of textured arts and crafts materials to cut, arrange, and design on a large green sheet.
This hands-on activity encouraged the children to experiment with different textures, shapes, and colors, promoting their fine motor skills as they cut and glued their materials.
Along the way, we discussed the importance of Black History Month, emphasizing the values of diversity, inclusion, and respect for all cultures.
It was a meaningful and creative way to introduce the children to important concepts of cultural appreciation.
Halloween-Themed Educational Fun
As we get into the spirit of Halloween, the Blue Dragons enjoyed a series of fun and educational Halloween-themed activities.
A favorite was creating pumpkin-shaped play dough, where the children used their imaginations to mold and design pumpkins, boosting their creativity and fine motor skills.
We also incorporated language learning by counting pumpkins in both Mandarin and English, enhancing their bilingual abilities in a fun, festive way.
One of the highlights was a sensory game where the children searched for hidden pumpkin ghosts beneath different textures, promoting sensory exploration and problem-solving.
These activities were not only engaging but also offered great opportunities for social interaction and teamwork.
Exploring North American Culture
This week, we also took the children on a cultural journey to explore North American traditions, focusing on the significance of traditional clothing.
The children learned about Native American headdresses and how they were used in ceremonies and everyday life.
After discussing the meaning behind these traditional designs, the children got creative by making their own personalized headbands using various art supplies.
This activity helped foster cultural appreciation, while also developing their creativity and fine motor skills.
It was a wonderful way to introduce them to the rich heritage of North American cultures.
We’re excited about all the growth we’ve seen this week as the Blue Dragons continue to learn through play and hands-on experiences.
Stay tuned for more exciting learning adventures next week!
Preschool Room Weekly Newsletter
Exploring North America and More!
This week, our preschoolers have been on an exciting learning adventure, exploring the world around them through a variety of fun and educational activities!
Exploring North America
The children continued their journey of discovering North America, focusing on countries like Canada and the United States.
We explored the cultures and geography of these nations, and the children were thrilled to identify them on the map!
This activity not only enhanced their global awareness but also sparked conversations about travel and the unique features of each country.
Festivals and Crafts
In our arts and crafts session, we embraced the autumn season by creating festive pumpkins.
The children enjoyed painting and decorating their very own pumpkins, which they proudly used to embellish their peg pictures.
This creative activity brought a wonderful seasonal atmosphere to our classroom and allowed the children to express their artistic talents.
Mathematics Fun
In mathematics, we explored 3D shapes, focusing on cones.
The children had great fun role-playing as chefs selling ice cream cones, which introduced them to the concept of money and basic transactions.
This hands-on activity also helped reinforce their understanding of numbers 1 to 5 as we reviewed counting and simple math concepts in a playful, engaging way.
Phonics Progress
In phonics, we continued practicing the letter 'u', and we’re thrilled to see that most of the children can now confidently write it!
Their progress is fantastic, and next week, we’ll be moving on to the exciting milestone of learning how to write their own names—something we’re all looking forward to!
Mandarin Review
This week in Mandarin, we revisited vocabulary around transportation (交通), autumn (秋天), and colors (颜色).
These review sessions helped reinforce the children’s understanding of common words, as they continue to grow their Mandarin language skills through songs, stories, and interactive learning.
Story of the Week
Our story this week was Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs, a huge hit with the children!
They were captivated by the different types of dinosaurs in the story, and we had lively discussions about their favorite dinosaurs.
It was wonderful to see their imaginations take flight as they learned more about these fascinating prehistoric creatures.
Music Magic
Our Friday music session with Ella Sparkle was once again a highlight of the week!
The children sang, danced, and played instruments, helping them develop a sense of rhythm and musicality.
It’s always a joy to see them express themselves through music and have so much fun in the process.
We are incredibly proud of all the children’s hard work and progress this week. We’re excited for another week of learning, creativity, and fun ahead!
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