
LSR7 Parents as Teachers
February 2025 Newsletter
"A simple compliment can change a child's entire day." - Unknown.
Compliment Cards
π Share the Love! π
If you'd like to leave a kind note for your parent educator, please use the link below. We have LOVED being able to share these kind and quick notes with them! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1WZrEwBVxGcM-F3Eb7unMrVVQZeJ0yYKDFb7vQlFDZOU/edit
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
If you read just one book a night, you will read 365 books in a year. In two years, the number will grow to 730. In the third year, you will surpass the goal at 1,095 books. If you consider that most children start kindergarten at age 5 or 6, you have more time than you think and itβs never too late to start!
Check out the FREE program, offered through MCPL, using this link: https://www.mymcpl.org/kids/early-learners/1000-books
Valentine's Day Books
Happy Valentine's Day, Mouse!
The only thing that Mouse loves more than cookies is friendship. This year he has big Valentine's Day plans to prove how much he cares about his friends. He wants to make the perfect card for each friend to show how much, and why, he cares. So he sets to work with crayons, paint, and lots of love.
Pete the Cat: Valentine's Day is Cool
Once Pete the Cat realizes how much fun Valentine's Day can be, he decides to make valentine cards for his family and friends. But what happens when he realizes he's forgotten to make a card for a very important cat?
The Invisible String
This heartwarming story of twin siblings who are comforted by their mother's explanation that an invisible string made of love connects them to their loved ones, no matter where they are, providing reassurance that they are never truly alone, even when physically separated; this "string" can reach across distances, even to those who have passed away, and can be felt deep within the heart.
Community-Wide Reading Program with FREE book!
Upcoming Events
Kindergarten Kickoff Reminder
Kindergarten Kickoff
Next month, each Elementary School will host Kindergarten Kickoff from 5-6 p.m. Not sure which school your child will be attending? Use the Boundary Map Link to enter your address and find out: https://www.lsr7.org/families/boundaries
For additional information and details, visit the district's website: https://www.lsr7.org/families/kindergarten-kickoff
Thursday, Mar 6, 2025, 05:00 PM
Music, Movement, and Play!
We will be hosting another music group connection for families to sing, dance, and play with their children. We will be hosting three different sessions (9-9:30; 10-10:30; 11-11:30) on Friday, February 21st at Legacy Park with a limit of 20 children per session and a max of two adults per family. The sign-up for this event will be emailed to you by your Parent Educator on February 3rd, so keep an eye out to reserve your spot. We look forward to seeing you!
π Valentine's Activities for Learning π
π Fun Valentine's Day Crafts & Activities π
Choosing the Right Movie
Not sure which movies are most appropriate for your child? Check out the resource Common Sense Media to get a list of the best movies by age and movie reviews. The website also lists the best TV shows for children, books, games, and apps! https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews