Even though the weather is very cold, there are many hot and interesting things going on in the Pre-Kindergarten. February is indeed famous as the children have learned. The groundhog with all his antics began the month. Learning about Abe Lincoln, George Washington, and patriotism has become quite important. Valentine’s Day is very exciting. So many different stories and projects help the children understand and to show love. Hopefully, the parents will enjoy the hand made cards. The Valentine Party is sure to be a lot of fun. Everyone will share cards, treats, and games.
In Religion, God continues to show the children His goodness. The children celebrate their learning, caring for themselves, and caring for their families. There is also a chapter celebrating Valentine’s Day and sharing love. Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent. The forty days will be counted on individual rocky paths to the cross as each child awaits Easter. A little rock with a cross is a reminder to do good every day.
In Language Arts, Unit 6 introduces the students to a Hans Christian Andersen tale, The Nightingale. The children continue letter and sound practice with Ll, Mm, and Nn. Rhyming is becoming much easier. Little take-home storybooks give the children the much needed encouragement to begin to read.
In Math, the children continue with numeral recognition. They have begun their very own Number Books. The rhymes and songs are easy but writing the numbers is still quite challenging.
Being dental health month, Mrs. Amato, our school nurse, has graciously planned an information lesson to go along with our own activities. It also happens to be leap year. We will enjoy a special project that only comes around every four years.
