Hello families;
November is here already! Wow, the school year is flying by...October was gone in a blink of an eye!
Our class is starting our second IB unit: Who We Are; which is an in inquiry into the nature of the self; beliefs and values; personal, physical, and social health. We will be exploring relationships including families, friends, communities and cultures.
Our central idea is; How Relationships Can Provide a Sense of Connectedness.
Our inquiry is linked to Kindergarten Social Studies, Health and Careers and Mathematics.
Since September, we have been working on the roles and responsibilities of each class member, building on how to use words to express our feelings and solve conflict, how to share, listening with our ears, eyes and heart, and how to help willingly. This unit will continue exploring these skills. It will also include the students' roles and responsibilities within the family, and characteristics of a healthy relationship.
Communication and social skills are a big focus, as well being respectful, independent and open-minded.
Roots of Empathy
On Tuesday, November 5th we will meet with Valerie and baby Zoe for the first time. Last week our class prepared for their arrival by sharing ideas about what a baby can to do. We also looked at how they express themselves when they are scared, happy and hungry.
Hot Lunch
Just a reminder to provide your child with a snack on Fridays, even though it is Hot Lunch day children need to have a snack before they go out for recess. Could parents also put a spoon and a fork in their child's lunch, they are not provided with the Hot Lunch meal.
Halloween Treats
If your child is bringing a Halloween treat to school for snack, or lunch please only include one sweet treat for the day! Too many treats make it difficult for children to focus, especially in the afternoons!
Thank you for your support,
Wendy Rogers
