We kicked off our first author study last week and read, "The Kissing Hand" by Audrey Penn. Throughout the stories, Chester showed cooperation, assertion, responsibility, empathy, and self-control as he learned how to share, deal with bullies, and transition to new stages of life. Each child was able to connect with Chester in one way or another. On Friday, the children completed their study of Chester by creating raccoon puppets (it was great fine motor practice for all students). Use these puppets to engage your child in conversation abeout what they learned about Chester! I hope you all enjoyed putting together your puzzle over the weekend. Don't forget, use this kissing hand during the day when you're feeling as though you're missing your child. INQUIRE with your child what makes Chester and them different! Hint, think, nocturnal! Children also connected with Chester as he explained a method he uses to be brave. INQUIRE with your child what they do if they think they can't conquer a task!Class Picture
Monday, September 8, 2014
Chester
We kicked off our first author study last week and read, "The Kissing Hand" by Audrey Penn. Throughout the stories, Chester showed cooperation, assertion, responsibility, empathy, and self-control as he learned how to share, deal with bullies, and transition to new stages of life. Each child was able to connect with Chester in one way or another. On Friday, the children completed their study of Chester by creating raccoon puppets (it was great fine motor practice for all students). Use these puppets to engage your child in conversation abeout what they learned about Chester! I hope you all enjoyed putting together your puzzle over the weekend. Don't forget, use this kissing hand during the day when you're feeling as though you're missing your child. INQUIRE with your child what makes Chester and them different! Hint, think, nocturnal! Children also connected with Chester as he explained a method he uses to be brave. INQUIRE with your child what they do if they think they can't conquer a task!