Day: November 25, 2016
Elementary Update
This week's class update is brought to you by Evan Marshall as well as Ms. Achong and Mme. Prat-Kalonji. The class had a wonderful time working to build a Lego community during a visit to the Locke Street library, with the creation of beautiful homes, cars, farmland, and even a tractor, windmill, and beehive. This was a great activity to bring together our discussions of human needs and architecture. We also loved having the opportunity to work with local pottery artist, Deb Wilkinson, and…
Casa Update
This term our casa students have been participating in a new physical education program. Our first unit focused on space, directions, and body awareness. Through games and activities such as red light/green light, tag, and freeze dance, students have learned to identify, maintain, and use space adequately while demonstrating an understanding of paths of motion. Our second unit focused on locomotor skills. The learning focus of this unit was to develop an understanding of basic concepts of…
Toddler Community Update
Bread baking is a favourite practical life activity in our Toddler Community. The Toddlers were engaged in bread baking on Wednesday. They helped with measuring and pouring, then enjoyed spreading butter and raspberry jam on the bread for a tasty snack. Music and movement was a great success. The children loved the actions to the words of the songs and had so much fun dancing. We appreciate the outerwear that has been sent for playing outside. We recommend winter boots and neck warmers as…