In our bustling kindergarten classroom, every week is an adventure, but this week was particularly special as we dove into the fascinating world of community helpers. It was a week filled with exploration, discovery, and plenty of hands-on activities that brought our learning to life.
Monday: Setting the Stage for Exploration We kicked off the week by immersing ourselves in books about community helpers, sparking our curiosity about the different roles people play in our community. Our classroom was transformed into a hub of exploration, with various stations set up to engage our young minds. One of the highlights was our sensory table, filled with baby farm animals like pigs and chicks, setting the stage for the special guests we were expecting later in the week.
Monday brought our usual weekly directed drawing. This week, we have been learning about the digraph ch, so we drew some baby chicks.
We had our usual letter bump game set up with some wooden letter to match with, but this week, we switched it out for a community helpers theme.
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Tuesday: A Surprise Discovery Tuesday brought an unexpected surprise when a bird’s nest fell from a tree on school grounds. We brought the nest into our classroom, and it became a focal point at our science center, sparking discussions about the wonders of nature and the importance of caring for our environment.
Wednesday: A Visit from Science World Mid-week, we were thrilled to welcome a special guest from Science World, who shared with us the wonders of science through engaging experiments. From the excitement of bubbling potions to the awe of watching colors mix and change, our classroom was abuzz with the joy of discovery.
Thursday: Baby Chicks and Crafting Fun Thursday brought another exciting visit, this time from a friend’s mom who brought along some adorable baby chicks. It was a hands-on experience that not only delighted us but also taught us about the care and responsibility involved in looking after animals.
We also honed our fine motor skills with a fun community helpers craft project, where we explored different professions and what they entail. Students were encouraged to pick from the different community helpers projects and there was so much conversation centered around the different professions and what students wanted to be when they grew up.
Friday: Fostering Friendships and Fitness As the week drew to a close, we continued our regular Friday routines, including Fitness Friday with our big buddies and Forest Friday with the other kindergarten classroom. These activities not only kept us active and healthy but also allowed us to build friendships and connections across classrooms.
Throughout the week, we also focused on developing our writing skills, with one friend inspiring us with a special show-and-tell item called “Rainbow Friends.” This led to some beautiful personal writing pieces that showcased our creativity and growing literacy skills.
As we bid farewell to our week of exploring community helpers, we’re filled with gratitude for the experiences shared and the lessons learned. Each activity was not just a lesson but a doorway to a deeper understanding of the world around us and the people who make our community a better place. Here’s to many more weeks of discovery and learning ahead!
Kindy Play 