A few weeks back, the kids teamed up with Ms. Lacy and Ms. Eryn to whip up some community love in the form of delicious orange cranberry bread. Taking turns, they added, zested, and mixed ingredients, turning our classroom into a baking haven.

The following Monday, the young chefs tried their hands at homemade butter, sprinkling in a bit of salt and heavy cream. Each took a turn shaking the jar until the liquid became a solid.

The next day, we joined the whole school for a heartwarming Thanksgiving celebration. From the primary level to the eighth graders, everyone shared poems, prayers, and gratitude. Back in our classroom, we savored the tasty fruits of their labor – the delightful bread and butter they crafted together. Community, creativity, and a dash of buttery goodness – the perfect recipe for togetherness.

This week, the children are finishing up lessons about woodland animals and fall. Soon, we’ll dive into the holiday season and celebrations. We also celebrated a friend’s birthday with cupcakes and her favorite book, Pete The Kitty’s First Day of Preschool, by Kimberly and James Dean.

Food Tasting: This was the first time I introduced baby spinach as a food-tasting item. Even though there was not much to explore compared to other produce we had tasted, I was surprised to see all of our friends tasting it. And most of them wanted more servings.

Peace and Love,

Cynthia and Sara

In the enchanting realm of our toddler classroom, there’s a captivating transformation unfolding—the delightful transition from parallel play to cooperative adventures. While our younger companions explore the nuances of parallel play, the older children are weaving together imaginative exploits on the playground.

A whimsical saga commenced with a simple pile of leaves ingeniously placed on the slide by two adventurous souls. Once the others caught on to the fun, more of the children joined in. What ensued was a collaborative masterpiece, each child taking turns, sliding down to craft an ever-growing cushion of leaves. A symphony of laughter echoed as they collaborated in gathering more leaves, sharing in the sheer joy and excitement of their collective creation.

The enchantment continued the next day as the slide metamorphosed into a towering mountain to conquer. One brave explorer would ascend, calling for a friend’s helping hand to reach the summit. Witnessing this magical camaraderie unfold was a joyous spectacle, a testament to the bonds and creativity flourishing within our cherished classroom.

On Thursday, the enchantment in our toddler classroom reached new heights as the children gathered for a captivating Diwali presentation curated by our very own Ms. Paromita and two dedicated toddler parents. Ms. Paromita adorned the space with meaningful decorations and shared items of cultural significance. Engaging the little ones, she read a delightful book about the celebration of Diwali, transporting them to the vibrant traditions of her heritage.

As the rhythmic beats of music filled the air, Ms. Paromita danced with grace, inviting the children to join in the festivities. Awe-struck faces lit up with joy as some toddlers eagerly embraced the opportunity to dance alongside Ms. Paromita, creating a heartwarming scene of cultural exchange and celebration.

After the presentation, the children headed back to their classroom to savor a delicious treat, Laddu. Amidst smiles and laughter, they also engaged in a creative activity, painting paper Diya —a colorful expression of the cultural richness shared during this special day.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Ms. Paromita and the toddler parents for enriching our classroom with this beautiful Diwali experience, fostering a spirit of unity, appreciation, and creative exploration among our young adventurers.

Food Tasting: We tasted a tart raw cranberry and some amazing homemade cranberry sauce. Almost everyone devoured the sauce.

Love and Light,

Cynthia and Sara