2/28 Blog
This month we explored the Ocean and learned about fish. We had the opportunity to compare fish to mammals and reptiles from earlier studies and discovered that fish are truly unique! Fish have scales, fins and tails that are designed to help them move through water. They are able to breathe underwater by using gills and lay eggs to have their babies.
We also learned about some very interesting animals that live in Australia. Kangaroos and koalas are types of mammals called marsupials.This means the mothers have a special pouch to carry the babies after they are born. Australia is also home to a very unusual mammal called the platypus. This is the only mammal in the world that lays eggs!
Ms. Kini taught us about Chinese New Year. This year is the Year of the Ox. People born in the year of the Ox are considered to be honest, dependable and determined. Families celebrate this 15 day long holiday by cleaning their homes (but only on the first day of the celebration) and spending time with their families. Children may receive new clothes or gifts of money in red envelopes. Often, people watch fireworks and parades. Ms. Kini read a fun book about Chinese New Year and showed a story on a felt board about how the animals of the Chinese zodiac got their characteristics. She also brought in a Chinese New Year hat making art project that the children were able to put together and take home.
We also had some Valentine’s Day fun in our classroom on Friday, February 12. Children enjoyed wearing pajamas, playing games, doing art projects and decorating sugar cookies for a snack!
Here are some pictures of our many activities this month.
In March, we will be learning about dinosaurs, amphibians and some of the many cultures of Asia. Don’t forget to sign up for Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences held from March 10 to March 12. If you did not receive the Sign Up Genius email, please let us know. We look forward to talking with you about your child’s progress!
Thank you for your support!
Ms. Melissa, Ms. Diana and Ms. Kini