Snow Much Fun

 Our young learners have had ❄Snow Much Fun❄ celebrating the season of winter! 

Read about our seasonal studies below😀 

⛄Classmates decorated large felt snow people using markers, glue, glitter and other materials. Similar Craft Linked Here

❅SMART START scientists concocted their very own snow using baking soda and hair conditioner. This simple chemistry experiment also served as an exciting sensory activity. 

🥞Pancakes and Pajama Day at school was a delicious and cozy event!

🧤Gross motor abilities were enhanced while shoveling and playing in the outdoor classroom. Similar Shovels Linked Here

➕Peers practiced basic math skills while adding and subtracting pretend play snowballs. Flashcards were utilized to reinforce number recognition. Snowballs Linked Here

⭐Students did a fabulous job presenting a special item from home for the "Snow & Tell" assignment. Introducing public speaking exercises in Early Childhood Education promotes high self-esteem, increased vocabulary, conversational capabilities, social skills and so much more!

📘Seasonal stories were enjoyed in both our indoor and outdoor classrooms. Class Favorites Linked Here

🛷Friends assembled a ramp outside to use for sledding! Sleds Linked Here

The group engaged in various games such as "Don't Break the Ice" (linked here), "Penguin Tower" (linked here), a snowball scavenger hunt (linked here) and more!

🧊Winter artists used ice cubes, watercolor paint and doilies to create colorful snowflakes. 

🥣 Beginner bakers put on their chef hats and aprons to bake and frost cake loaves. 

🌨The class was curious how long the winter season will last. It was discussed that winter will officially end on March 20th this year. In addition, the holiday, "Groundhog Day" and its traditions were explained. Classmates constructed their own groundhog using paper bags, scissors, paper, markers and more. Afterwards, all used their puppets outdoors to identify shadows. 

Thank you for reading about "Snow Much Fun" at SMART START!

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