P1 Blog for May
This month, we learned about insects! These fascinating creatures are truly important to our world as they pollinate plants and help break down waste matter. Insects have three body parts, six jointed legs and two antennae. Some insects have wings, but not all. Students made great observations about the insects they saw in the Outdoor Classroom and on the playground during recess.
We also revisited the continent of Africa. This diverse continent has a huge variety of animals that we enjoyed learning about. Ms. Kini read Mama Panta’s Pancakes, a story from Kenya about sharing. Students practiced walking while balancing a basket on their heads to help understand how some people in Kenya carry items, such as groceries. We also learned how to count to 10 in Swahili (one of the languages spoken in Tanzania) as we listened to We All Went On Safari. Students also had the opportunity to make Masai collars from paper plates.
Here are some pictures of May work in P1.
Friday, May 14th was Field Day! Coach Bob set up a series of fun activities for all the Primary students to enjoy. We had fun splashing in a pool, running sponge relay races and going through an obstacle course. After all the fun was done, we enjoyed popsicles in the Outdoor Classroom.
Here are some pictures of all the fun and activities that morning!
During the summer months, families often ask for suggestions that they can do to keep learning a part of their child’s daily routine. Reading is always one of the best things to do. Read to your child, have them read to you as best as they can. We also like to encourage children to help out around the house with chores like making their bed, unloading the dishwasher, folding laundry or dusting or sweeping. These activities not only give your child a sense of responsibility, but help them understand that families work together to keep their house and yard clean.
Here is a list of further activities you can do with your children during the summer.
Summer Activities for Ages 3-5
We would like to thank all of you for your support and kindness this year! We could not have done it without you!
Have a wonderful summer and we look forward to seeing you next year!
Ms. Melissa, Ms. Diana and Ms. Kini