Gradual Entry Week

We had such a wonderful gradual entry week getting to know each and everyone of your precious little ones!  We kicked the year off with lots of fun centers and outdoor play.

For gradual entry, we put our focus on separating easily from Mom and Dad and providing many child-directed centers for the children to enjoy.  We feel that everyone did an exceptional job and came in ready to play!  It was a fun week!

For our first full days in school next week, we will be offering centers and activities that are all about Me and My Family. We also will be learning nursery rhymes and this month will be Mary Had a Little Lamb.

Centers this week:

Sensory Table:  Family dolls, rice, pets, scoops and cups.
Water Table: Washing babies with scrubbies and bubbles.
Block Center: Lambs, blocks, magnets.
Home Living: Dishes, food, place settings.
Writing: Play-doh, cookie cutters.
Art: Painting with red.
Circle: Dot sticker game (to identify body parts), singing Mary Had a Little Lamb and reading When I Go to Preschool.

 We will continue working on separation and promoting independence this week.  Carline will begin and that is definitely a great way to help with separation.  It is always optional, and of course we welcome you to drop off at the door if you choose.   Carline will begin promptly at 9:00 am and ends at 9:15.  For pick-up, carline will start at 12:00.  Please remember to place your child's name plate in your windshield for pick-up.

Also, as a reminder, please do label all of your child's things as we do have lots of mix-ups with identical items.  Please label your child's diaper/pull up with his or her name on front. Due to licensing rules, we cannot apply sunscreen, so please do apply if you think it necessary.  Thank you so much!

We are looking forward to seeing everyone and having a wonderful year!!