Happy New Year to our wonderful Little Acorn community! January brought excitement and discovery to our classrooms as the children immersed themselves in the fascinating world of Winter Animals and Hibernation. The chilly climate brought up many engaging discussions about snow and ice, and the children even had the opportunity to create their own snow during our enrichment activities, contributing to the children's ability to explore different textures and discuss the sensations of snow. The month's chosen book, The Mitten, helped the children learn about scarcity and the impact of insufficient resources. In parallel, the children explored the teachings of Martin Luther King Jr., embracing the importance of diversity and recognizing the shared humanity that unites us all.

Beethoven took center stage in the music enrichment class, where the children learned about his profound influence on classical music. Art lessons delved into the life and style of Vincent Van Gogh, sparking creativity and expression among the children. Cooking class enhanced children's fine motor skills as the children measured and mixed ingredients. Spanish lessons focused on the letters "A-E" and included cheerful songs about the cold weather. Computer class allowed the children to continue to explore language, math, and reading.

 February brings a central theme of Cultural Awareness and Friendship, focusing on exploring different cultures and traditions worldwide. Cultural Awareness Day will provide each class to share their unique cultural elements.

Geography in February will have the children learn about the continent of Asia, where discussions will span cultures, food, and landmarks, and our book of the month will be, Little Blue and Little Yellow, by Leo Lionni.

Important reminders for February include an Open House & Parent Info Night on 2/7 and a Valentine's Day Party on 2/14 (a child-only event). 

School closure dates: 

The month we will have a Professional Development Day on 2/16, in which the school will be closed, and on 2/19 for President's Day. 

Thank you for being part of our January adventures, and we look forward to another month of exploration and growth with your children!