In Nature/Science the children will begin to learn about sedimentary rock. We will build their understanding of the layering process of sedimentary rock with a group experiment called “layers upon layers”. We will also read Animals in Winter and learn about how winter can be a hard time for many animals. We will visit the garden and distribute birdseed for the birds and nuts for the squirrels.
In Social Studies we will begin to learn about the ancient Greeks, who lived more than three thousand years ago. We will read “Greece and the Greeks” from Ancient Myths and Legends and paint a picture of a horse and chariot. The children will also practice identifying and coloring Greece and Egypt on a map.
In Math the children will play “Number Bingo”. They will also practice identifying and grouping nickels.
In Phonics/Language we will continue to read and narrate The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Anderson and illustrate it on the flannelboard. The children will sort objects beginning with “M” and “N” into letter tubs and create a letter “N” with nickels.
In Music/Art the children will work with rhythm sticks and learn to perform motions to a rhythmical song by Raffi called “Sodeo”. We will also begin to learn a song called “Douglas Mountain”. The children will practice listening quietly with their eyes closed. They will also practice cutting snowflakes to create a snowflake wand. We will use the wand in Creative Movement/Music next week.
