Reindeer OR Caribou?

In honor of the holiday season, why not learn a little more about the very famous Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer.  We all know that Rudolph is a mythical creature but what about real life reindeer? Last week was all about reindeer studies! The children leaned so much about this fascinating creature.  Did you know that reindeer are actually Caribou? Did you also know that it can be hard to tell if a reindeer is a male or female because both male and female reindeer grow antlers? It is, however, still a mystery how Santa's reindeer can fly! During the week, the children made reindeer food to sprinkle on the front lawn, just in case Santa's reindeer need a little snack.  The children also learned how to sign "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer" using sign language as they sang the classic holiday song.  

Later in the week, the children joined in reindeer games and pretended to be reindeer training for Santa's crew.  The children pulled a sleigh, carefully tossed snowballs in the chimney to warn santa of peeking eyes and leapt over roof tops.  We celebrated the end of the games dancing to our favorite holiday songs.

To wrap up the week, the children created their fourth and final story tree based on the much loved book, "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom" by Bill Martin, Jr. and John Archambault. The children decorated a variety of letters and added them to the coconut tree! Such a fun story!

Home extension activity:

SEE's story trees are inspired by Concord Museum's latest exhibit celebrating children's literature called, "Family Trees." The exhibit will be available to see until January 2, 2017. Try to get over there before the new year, this exhibit is definitely worth checking out! Here is the link for more info: Concord Museum's Family Trees Special Event. 

                 

What's up next?

SEE will be closed from December 26-January 2, 2017.  We will return to our regular schedule on Tuesday, January 3rd! Stay tuned for more info on our upcoming curriculum topics!

                                                                                                                              

Upcoming Dates and Reminders:

December 22 & 23: Pajama Day! 

December 26-January 2: SEE closed for Winter Break

January 3: SEE is back in session and tuition is due
January 16: SEE closed in observance of MLK day
February 1: February Tuition is due

Pictures from the week:     

Our Fourth Story Tree! 

Studying a real deer antler!

Sign Language for "Reindeer"

Have a great week everyone!
Ms. Joanna