The Rainbow friends have begun a literature study. Keeping with the chilly theme of winter, the boys and girls are reading The Mitten by famed children’s book author and illustrator Jan Brett! This classic selection is an adaptation of a Ukrainian folk tale. The Mitten tells the story of Nicky, a little boy who longs for a new pair of snowy white mittens. He is warned by his Baba not to lose them in the snow as they will blend in with the blanket of snow. Of course, one of Nicky’s mittens goes missing, but a bevy of woodland creatures crawl in, attempting to stay warm. The Rainbow students are all crafting wonderful, multi-colored paper mittens (do visit our display in the hallway!). Also, they are enjoying the hands-on felt board version during Circle Time. In terms of dramatic play, the children are in the midst of creating a large, life-size mitten, to utilize while acting out the story. Wow! What a terrific extension of their learning!

In the Classroom, Rainbow friends continue to enjoy new sensory experiences. They love washing or diapering baby dolls, using vehicles and finger painting! Some upcoming sensory experiences will include “magic sand,” snow, and fuzzy puffs. Let’s get our hands busy, Rainbow friends!

Everybody watch out! During inclement weather, the Rainbow Classroom plans to utilize the hallway for gross-motor opportunities. There will be obstacle courses. There will be bike paths. There will be movement games. Lots and lots of good times, shaking out all those wiggles!