In the 3 and 4-year-old classrooms, Halloween brought an air of excitement and creativity that was palpable among the students. The little ones reveled in practicing their trick-or-treating skills, eagerly donning costumes and sharing laughter as they imagined the fun of visiting neighbors for candy. Activities like potion-making allowed them to explore their imaginations, while building haunted houses with castle blocks and spider webs fostered teamwork and collaborative play. This week, preschoolers delighted in a playful Halloween twist during their specials classes, making learning even more spooktacular!
The excitement culminated in South Park's festive parade, where students showcased their creative costumes, marching proudly around the school and sharing their joy with one another. They sang "Five Little Pumpkins," a favorite that not only entertained but also reinforced counting and rhythm. Each activity was carefully designed to encourage exploration, creativity, and social interaction, making Halloween a memorable and enriching experience for the young learners.
This week in Grady's Group, we celebrated Halloween by reading Glad Monster, Sad Monster! The kids had a blast identifying the different feelings of the monsters, and we even played a fun matching game to reinforce those emotions. To get creative, we made our own monster masks, which was a great way for the children to practice following multi-step directions. The masks turned out fantastic! This activity not only sparked their imaginations but also helped with feelings identification, visual discrimination, and fine motor skills. What a fun and productive week!
