Rainbow Fruit Loops

Nothing is better than sorting and tasting fruit loops while learning our colors.

I think I am definitely going to have to invest in some more liquid glue after seeing how much the kids used during this project.

Our First Week

We had a fun first week at Chipman's Corner. We focused on colors and learning good manners in the class.

Some of my favorite memories:

During the 3 year old class we did a dinosaur dance to go with our dinosaur theme. When we were finished doing our dance I told the kids that we were going to tiptoe back to the carpet because we were pretending there was a sleeping dinosaur next to the table. For the next 20 minutes, the kids wouldn't let me talk louder than a whisper and they were very quiet during that whole time because they didn't want to wake up the dinosaur. I think maybe I will try that trick again some time.

Trevor says, "You have dots on you." I looked down to see where the dots were and asked him, "Where?" He says, "On your face." I laughed and explained that they are called freckles.

The New Decor

Chipman's corner has gotten a partial makeover. Here are a few pictures of part of the facility. A big thank you to my mom who made the fun alphabet quilt that has been the start of a lot of fun conversations.

Preparing For the First Day of School

Hello Readers! Each month as part of our monthly newsletter, I am going to include some kind of Tip of the Month to help with normal preschool aged behaviors. This month's tip is about helping your child transition to starting school this can be helpful for preschool or kindergarten aged children.

Helping Prepare for the First Day
Some or all of these ideas might work for you and your family. Always remember to talk about starting school in a positive and calm way.

A few weeks before school starts:

• Start talking about school starting and how much fun it will be.
• Be positive and share with your child what they will do there.
• Read books about children going to school.
• If possible, meet the teacher and visit the class ahead of time.
  

That morning:

• Leave plenty of time to get ready so you're not stressed.
• Reassure them that you will come and get them when it's over.
• Please do not bring toys.
• If they need a security object, have them bring a book to share when it is reading time at the end of the day.
  

At School:

• Engage your child in toys that interest them and talk about all the fun they will have.
• You are welcome to stay and help with the transition during center time only. If you show your confidence in their new experience by leaving with a smile, they will pick up on it and start to feel more confident as well.
• When it is time for you to go, keep your goodbye short and simple.
  
• It can help to have a goodbye ritual like a special handshake, song, hug, or special words that you always say.
• Allow the teacher to help your child or go to the teacher if they need help with a project or have questions.
• Always keep open communication with the teacher about your concerns.

After School:

• Use the monthly activity calendar to talk about what they did at school that day.
• Ask them to tell you about the stories they read or the songs they sung.
  

Back to School!

Make sure to mark Thursday, Aug. 5th down on your calendar!
We will be having our Back-to-School night from 6:30 - 7:30.
Current students and prospective students are welcome. Parents, students, and siblings are invited. You will be able to meet the teacher, see the classroom, learn a song for the first day of school, and enjoy some treats. Parents can also sign up to come read to the class if they are interested in sharing some of their family's favorite books. It is going to be a lot of fun! Please RSVP to me by email or phone by the 3rd.

At back to school night, I will give you an information packet with lots of great stuff. It will include what to expect the first day, how to prepare you child for the first day, what you will need to bring, our snack calendar, activity calendar and more. If you are not able to come, I will mail out the packet on Friday the 6th.
We hope to see you all there!