Breakfast
Toast and Applesauce
Lunch
Cheeseburgers and French Fries
Fruit Cocktail
Snacks
Graham Crackers
May 28, 2009
Projects for the week...
Tuesday
I LOVE YOU
Fine Motor-Color the “I Love You” Picture
Cognitive-What do the stars represent on the flag
Wednesday
CIRCLE BALLOONS
Fine Motor-Glue the circles tissues into the circles on the paper to form balloons
Cognitive-What color tissue circles did each child glue onto their paper
Library-“Circles” by Dana
Thursday
POPSICLE STICK PUPPET
Fine Motor-Glue the colored tissue paper onto the flag. Glue the flag onto the Popsicle stick to form a popsicle stick flag.
Gross Motor-Let the children march in a line holding their flag puppet.
Cognitive-Why do we salute the American Flag
Friday
CIRCLE COLLAGE
Fine Motor-Color the word “circle”. Have the children glue the colored circles around the word “circle”.
Cognitive-Compare and contrast the different colored circles each child used.
I LOVE YOU
Fine Motor-Color the “I Love You” Picture
Cognitive-What do the stars represent on the flag
Wednesday
CIRCLE BALLOONS
Fine Motor-Glue the circles tissues into the circles on the paper to form balloons
Cognitive-What color tissue circles did each child glue onto their paper
Library-“Circles” by Dana
Thursday
POPSICLE STICK PUPPET
Fine Motor-Glue the colored tissue paper onto the flag. Glue the flag onto the Popsicle stick to form a popsicle stick flag.
Gross Motor-Let the children march in a line holding their flag puppet.
Cognitive-Why do we salute the American Flag
Friday
CIRCLE COLLAGE
Fine Motor-Color the word “circle”. Have the children glue the colored circles around the word “circle”.
Cognitive-Compare and contrast the different colored circles each child used.
May 27, 2009
Lawn
Front lawn and yard was treated with chemicals for weed control. Please do not walk on for 24hours. Will be fine by tomorrow pickups.
Reminders and Comments..
Next Monday please bring in your wipes and juice for the month of June.
June 1st will mark the one year anniversary of Stacey's Incredible Kids, LLC. It's been an interesting year with starting a business and trying to get all the kinks out. We established a blog in August of 2008 and I believe this feature has supported one of it's goals to be different from other daycares and provide a family interaction with your provider. We have worked to changed the misconception that a family daycare is just play with the implementation of a project curriculum.
Some children have left our care but will always have a place in our hearts. I've watched our regulars grow and learn and also pass their own milestones along the way. I hope to continue growing and learning just as our children do.
Though Stacey's Incredible Kids, LLC is not a group daycare or center with assistants and helpers she has been able to keep the doors open without having any sick days or unexpected closures. I hope that I have meet our exceed your expectations and continue to welcome your comments, concerns and advice.
Thank you for being apart of Stacey's Incredible Kids, LLC!
June 1st will mark the one year anniversary of Stacey's Incredible Kids, LLC. It's been an interesting year with starting a business and trying to get all the kinks out. We established a blog in August of 2008 and I believe this feature has supported one of it's goals to be different from other daycares and provide a family interaction with your provider. We have worked to changed the misconception that a family daycare is just play with the implementation of a project curriculum.
Some children have left our care but will always have a place in our hearts. I've watched our regulars grow and learn and also pass their own milestones along the way. I hope to continue growing and learning just as our children do.
Though Stacey's Incredible Kids, LLC is not a group daycare or center with assistants and helpers she has been able to keep the doors open without having any sick days or unexpected closures. I hope that I have meet our exceed your expectations and continue to welcome your comments, concerns and advice.
Thank you for being apart of Stacey's Incredible Kids, LLC!
Wednesday's Menu 5-27-09
Breakfast
Toast w/Cheese & Pears
Lunch
Mac & Cheese w/Hot dogs
Peaches
Snack
Cookies
May 26, 2009
Last minute Field Trip
It was beautiful out and Nelson was home so you can say the moon's aliened. We took a nice trip to Beardsley Park and hung out for about an hour at the playground. The kids had a great time running up a storm and hopeful getting tired.
Friday's Menu 5-22-09
Breakfast
Cheerios & Bananas
Lunch
Hot Dogs & French Fries
Peaches
Snack
Animal Crackers
May 21, 2009
Thursday's Menu 5-21-09
Breakfast
Toast & Bananas
Lunch
Baked Chicken and Hash Browns
Corn and Roll
Snack
Clementines
May 20, 2009
Wednesday's Menu 5-20-09
Breakfast
Pancakes & Bananas
Lunch
Grilled Cheese & Hard boiled Eggs
Broccoli & Pears
Snacks
Goldfish
New Toys
May 19, 2009
Reminders
The daycare will be closed on Monday for Memorial Day.
If you haven't done so already curriculum fees were due Friday
Tuesday's Menu 5-19-09
Breakfast
Oatmeal & Applesauce
Lunch
Mac & Cheese with Hot dogs
Pears and Green Beans
Snack
Cheerios
May 18, 2009
This Week's Projects...
**Some projects have been complete already and were switch with previous days listed
Monday
MOTHER’S DAY POEM
Language-Read the poem to the children
Fine Motor-Glue the hearts around the poem
Tuesday
MOTHER’S DAY STICKER
Fine Motor-Glue the word “love” and heart onto the foam side of the stickers.
Cognitive-Encourage the children to give the sticker to their moms or guardian for Mother’s Day.
Wednesday
RHINO
Fine Motor-Have the children glue the rhino, upper case R and lower case r onto the construction paper. Glue the mylar on to the rhino.
Gross Motor-Have the children walk on their hands and feet and pretend they are rhinos. What would a rhino sound like? Where do rhinos live?
Science-What do rhinos fee like? Where do rhinos live?
Library-“Red Rogers” by Alan Rogers & “I know a Rhino” By Charles Fuge
Thursday
REINDEER
Fine Motor-Color the reindeer, upper case R and lower case r. Glue the material onto the reindeer.
Texture- What does the material feel like?
Friday
R COLOR
Fine Motor-Let the children color or paint he letter R. Tlk about the color of the letter. Let the children outline the letter with their finger so they can get the feel of the letter.
Monday
MOTHER’S DAY POEM
Language-Read the poem to the children
Fine Motor-Glue the hearts around the poem
Tuesday
MOTHER’S DAY STICKER
Fine Motor-Glue the word “love” and heart onto the foam side of the stickers.
Cognitive-Encourage the children to give the sticker to their moms or guardian for Mother’s Day.
Wednesday
RHINO
Fine Motor-Have the children glue the rhino, upper case R and lower case r onto the construction paper. Glue the mylar on to the rhino.
Gross Motor-Have the children walk on their hands and feet and pretend they are rhinos. What would a rhino sound like? Where do rhinos live?
Science-What do rhinos fee like? Where do rhinos live?
Library-“Red Rogers” by Alan Rogers & “I know a Rhino” By Charles Fuge
Thursday
REINDEER
Fine Motor-Color the reindeer, upper case R and lower case r. Glue the material onto the reindeer.
Texture- What does the material feel like?
Friday
R COLOR
Fine Motor-Let the children color or paint he letter R. Tlk about the color of the letter. Let the children outline the letter with their finger so they can get the feel of the letter.
Monday's Menu 5-18-09
Breakfast
Toast & Applesauce
Lunch
Fishsticks & French Fries
Corn & Peaches
Snack
Clementines
May 15, 2009
Friday's Menu 5-15-09
Breakfast
Scrambled Eggs & Toast
Lunch
Tuna on Crackers
Apples & Peaches
Snack
Cinnamon Bread
May 14, 2009
Thursday's Menu 5-14-09
Breakfast
Oatmeal & Applesauce
Lunch
Grilled Cheese with Turkey
Green Beans and Grapes
Snack
Gold Fish
May 13, 2009
Swine Flu Updates
At this time the state and local health departments have advised us that students can continue to attend school, as long as they are not sick and do not have flu-like symptoms. Flu-like symptoms include fever (over 100 degrees F.), cough, sore throat, runny nose or stuffy nose. Additional symptoms that maybe experienced with swine flu, includes muscle pain, fatigue, and sometimes vomiting or diarrhea.
If your child is experiencing any flu-like symptoms, it is important that he or she remain home until the child has gotten better and has been well for two days. In order to reduce the spread of germs, you should avoid taking your children to public gatherings such as the mall or sporting events while they are sick. It is also important to teach your children how to reduce the risk of getting the flu and how to protect others from infections.
General tips for decreasing the spread of germs include:
If your child is experiencing any flu-like symptoms, it is important that he or she remain home until the child has gotten better and has been well for two days. In order to reduce the spread of germs, you should avoid taking your children to public gatherings such as the mall or sporting events while they are sick. It is also important to teach your children how to reduce the risk of getting the flu and how to protect others from infections.
General tips for decreasing the spread of germs include:
- Most important: washing your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. If water is not available, alcohol-based hand sanitizers can be used. Gels, rubs and hand wipes all work well, as long as they contain at least 60% alcohol. Hand wipes must be disposed of properly. Always read and follow label instructions when using hand sanitizer.
- Covering your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze (if a tissue is not available, the crook of the arm).
- Teach your children to keep their hands away from their face and avoid touching their mouth, nose or eyes.
- Carefully dispose of the tissues in a wastebasket, and then wash your hands.
- Do not share drinking cups or food.
While the current situation does not warrant closure, if a confirmed case of swine flu is reported, we may close for several days. I will communicate with you immediately in the event of a closure.
If closed children should be kept home and avoid settings that will put them in close contact with other children. I understand that this may be a challenge for your family, and recommend you plan ahead in case of a closing.
Please say informed. For information about swine flu, visit the DPH's web site at http://www.ct.gov.ctfluwatch/swineflu the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) at www.cdc.gov/flu/swine
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our children and our daycare healthy.
Wednesday's Menu 5-13-09
Breakfast
Waffles & Bananas
Lunch
Cheese Cubes & Peanut Butter Dip*
Cinnamon Bread & Apples
Snacks
Cookies
*Marshmallow fluff as substitute for those with allergies
May 12, 2009
Projects for the week...
Monday
BLACK SPIDER
Fine Motor-Stick one black sticker onto the construction paper. Draw legs and a head to create a black spider.
Science-How big are spiders? Why are they weighing so little?
Library-“Are you a Spider” by Tudor Humpfries
Tuesday
BLACK SEAL
Fine Motor-Color the word “Black” and seal black. Glue the black material onto the seal.
Gross Motor-Let the children flop on their bellies like a seal.
Library-“Seals” By Emily Rose & “The Little Seal” by Sue Harris
Wednesday
BLACK COLOR
Fine Motor-Color the work “black”, bear and seal black
Thursday
8 DIE-CUTS
Fine Motor-Glue 8 Die-cuts around the number 8. Color the number 8.
Language-Discuss with the children the different types of die cuts each child received
Friday
8 COLOR
Fine Motor-Color the 8 objects around the number 8
BLACK SPIDER
Fine Motor-Stick one black sticker onto the construction paper. Draw legs and a head to create a black spider.
Science-How big are spiders? Why are they weighing so little?
Library-“Are you a Spider” by Tudor Humpfries
Tuesday
BLACK SEAL
Fine Motor-Color the word “Black” and seal black. Glue the black material onto the seal.
Gross Motor-Let the children flop on their bellies like a seal.
Library-“Seals” By Emily Rose & “The Little Seal” by Sue Harris
Wednesday
BLACK COLOR
Fine Motor-Color the work “black”, bear and seal black
Thursday
8 DIE-CUTS
Fine Motor-Glue 8 Die-cuts around the number 8. Color the number 8.
Language-Discuss with the children the different types of die cuts each child received
Friday
8 COLOR
Fine Motor-Color the 8 objects around the number 8
Tuesday's Menu 5-12-09
Breakfast
Cereal & Bananas
Lunch
Mac & Cheese
Green Beans
Jello
Snack
Graham Crackers
May 11, 2009
Monday's Menu 5-11-09
Breakfast
Toast & Fruit
Lunch
Fishsticks & Spanish Rice
Corn & Peaches
Snack
Cheese and Crackers
Friday's Menu 5-8-09
Breakfast
Cereal and Bananas
Lunch
Cheese Ravolis in Meat Sauce
Green Beans & Pears
Snack
Cookies
May 7, 2009
Change of Plans
The daycare will be open regular hours tomorrow. I will have to take the children with me at 3:45pm in order to take my son to communion practice (permission slips will be given).
Thursday's Menu 5-7-09
Breakfast
Waffles & Bananas
Lunch
Cheeseburgers & Fries
Fruit Cocktail
Snack
Cookies
May 6, 2009
Wednesday's Menu 5-6-09
Breakfast
Toast and Grapes
Lunch
Grilled Cheese & Hard boiled egg
Clementines
Snack
Animal Crackers
May 5, 2009
Tuesday's Menu 5-5-09
Breakfast
Cereal & Bananas
Lunch
Nacho Chips w/Melted Cheese
Tomatoes Diced
Applesauce
Snack
Graham Crackers
May 4, 2009
What's going on!
New Look
If you haven't noticed we are preparing to paint the living room and hopefully providing a new look and fun surrounding for the daycare. Painting will happen over the weekend of the 16th.
Progress Report
You will be receiving your child's progress reports today! Please feel free to ask any questions or concerns. We have to work together!
Vacation
The daycare will be closed for vacation on August 31-September 4 and also on September 7 for Labor Day.
Scholastics
I haven't received any orders the last couple of issues. Please let me know if you do not wish to receive these order forms.
Capacity
Dominic has left again. He was only here on Fridays and now is full time at his current daycare. Currently we have 3 full timers and 1 part-timers here. We have one full time spot available. If you know anyone who is interested please forward my information.
If you haven't noticed we are preparing to paint the living room and hopefully providing a new look and fun surrounding for the daycare. Painting will happen over the weekend of the 16th.
Progress Report
You will be receiving your child's progress reports today! Please feel free to ask any questions or concerns. We have to work together!
Vacation
The daycare will be closed for vacation on August 31-September 4 and also on September 7 for Labor Day.
Scholastics
I haven't received any orders the last couple of issues. Please let me know if you do not wish to receive these order forms.
Capacity
Dominic has left again. He was only here on Fridays and now is full time at his current daycare. Currently we have 3 full timers and 1 part-timers here. We have one full time spot available. If you know anyone who is interested please forward my information.
Early Closing....
Due to unforeseen circumstances the daycare has to close by 4:45 on Friday. Sorry for any inconvenience.
This Week's Projects...
MONDAY
MAY DAY POEM
Language-Read the poem to the children
Fine Motor-Glue the cupcake papers and the stem around the poem
TUESDAY
Quilt
Fine Motor-Glue the fabric onto the cardboard in a quilt pattern. Glue the upper case Q and lower case q onto the cardboard.
Cognitive-Discuss with the children why is there a pattern in the quilt? What makes a pattern?
Library-"The Quilt" by Ann Jonas & "The Quilt Story" by Tony Johnston
WEDNESDAY
Q-Tip Paint
Fine Motor-Use the q-tip to paint a picture on the paper
Texture-How does the q-tip differ from a paint brush
THURSDAY
Q Color
Fine Motor-Let the children color or paint the letter Q. Talk about the color of the letter. Let the children outline the letter with their finger so they can get the feel of the letter. Cut out the letter and hang it on the wall so the children can see the whole alphabet.
FRIDAY
Mother's Day Plant
Fine Motor-Decorate the pot with the red stickers. Place some dirt into the pot and push a seed down with their finger. Have the children add a little water 2X's a week.. You may want to add a hole to the bottom of the pot to let the excess water drain out.
Cognitive-Have the children give this plat to their moms or guardian for Mother's Day.
Library-"Mother's Day" By Ann Rockwell & "What is Mother's Day?" By Harriet Ziefert
MAY DAY POEM
Language-Read the poem to the children
Fine Motor-Glue the cupcake papers and the stem around the poem
TUESDAY
Quilt
Fine Motor-Glue the fabric onto the cardboard in a quilt pattern. Glue the upper case Q and lower case q onto the cardboard.
Cognitive-Discuss with the children why is there a pattern in the quilt? What makes a pattern?
Library-"The Quilt" by Ann Jonas & "The Quilt Story" by Tony Johnston
WEDNESDAY
Q-Tip Paint
Fine Motor-Use the q-tip to paint a picture on the paper
Texture-How does the q-tip differ from a paint brush
THURSDAY
Q Color
Fine Motor-Let the children color or paint the letter Q. Talk about the color of the letter. Let the children outline the letter with their finger so they can get the feel of the letter. Cut out the letter and hang it on the wall so the children can see the whole alphabet.
FRIDAY
Mother's Day Plant
Fine Motor-Decorate the pot with the red stickers. Place some dirt into the pot and push a seed down with their finger. Have the children add a little water 2X's a week.. You may want to add a hole to the bottom of the pot to let the excess water drain out.
Cognitive-Have the children give this plat to their moms or guardian for Mother's Day.
Library-"Mother's Day" By Ann Rockwell & "What is Mother's Day?" By Harriet Ziefert
Monday's Menu 5-4-09
Breakfast
Pancakes & Bananas
Lunch
Mac & Cheese
Hot Dogs
Green Beans & Grapes
Snack
Cookies
May 1, 2009
Friday's Menu 5-1-09
Breakfast
Cereal & Bananas
Lunch
Fishsticks & Cheese
Wheat bread &Corn
Apples
Snack
Graham Crackers
Reminder
If you haven't done so already please bring in your juice and wipes for the month...Thanks!
April 30, 2009
Thursday's Menu 4-30-09
Breakfast
Cereal
Cementines
Lunch
French Toast
Turkey Slice
Peaches
Bananas
Snack
Cookies
April 29, 2009
Wednesday's Menu 4-29-09
Breakfast
Oatmeal
Applesauce
Lunch
French Fries
Hot Dogs
Fruit Cocktail
Snack
Graham Crackers
Swine Flu Pandemic...
I know everyone has been hearing about the Swine Flu and it getting closer than we think.. Currently there have been over 50 cases in New York and at least 2 school closings and 1 being investigated. Connecticut does not have any known cases yet.
Tre's mom has been nice enough to give me this link that her job as forwarded to it's employees for more information. http://www.aetna.com/members/facts_about_pandemic_flu.html
From what I read there is not much we can do about it except look for the signs of flu and stay away from people who are sick with symtoms. This I feel is difficult as most parents work and older sibling go to school where germs travel. For now it's best to educate ourselves on the ongoing situation and be prepared. If any parents have any suggestions for the daycare I'm all ears.
Tre's mom has been nice enough to give me this link that her job as forwarded to it's employees for more information. http://www.aetna.com/members/facts_about_pandemic_flu.html
From what I read there is not much we can do about it except look for the signs of flu and stay away from people who are sick with symtoms. This I feel is difficult as most parents work and older sibling go to school where germs travel. For now it's best to educate ourselves on the ongoing situation and be prepared. If any parents have any suggestions for the daycare I'm all ears.
April 28, 2009
Summer
Summer seems to be here and that means we need a couple of items for your child. Please bring in sunscreen (preferably spray type) ASAP. Please make sure your child's extra clothing includes t-shirts and shorts. Sandals would probably work best for the yard as sneakers and sock will get muddy and dirty especially when we start to use the sprinklers. In the hot weather I will be taking the children outside usually twice a day during the morning hours and later in the afternoon to avoid the direct sun.
Currently I have a full time opening at the daycare. If anyone refers someone they will received $25 credit towards the following week's care.
April 27, 2009
Projects for the week...
Monday
ARBOR DAY POEM
Language-Read the poem to the children
Fine Motor-Glue the tree trunk onto the paper. Add tissue paper to create a tree.
Library-"Arbor Day" by Kelly Bennett
Tuesday
PURPLE GRAPES
Fine Motor-Glue the purple grapes onto the vine to create a "bunch of grapes" Color the stem with a crayon or colored pencil
Math-Count how many grapes each child glued onto his or her vine. Compare the different shades of purple.
Cooking/Snack-You may want to enhance this activity by serving purple grapes at snack time.
Library-"Harold and the Purple Crayon" by Crockett Johnson & "Grandma's Purple Flowers" by Adjoa J. Burrowes
Wednesday
PURPLE PLUM
Fine Motor-Let the children color or paint the plum purple. Let the children color the work "purple" in a different shade of purple
Circle Time-"Find Something Purple" Have the children find something in the room that is purple and have each child bring it to the circle time. Have each child tell the other children what they have found.
Thursday
PURPLE BUTTERFLY
Fine Motor-Glue the purple lace onto the butterfly. Glue the butterfly onto the purple construction paper.
Gross Motor-Let the children pretend to fly around the room like a butterfly
Texture-What does the purple lace feel like? Have the children ever held a butterfly.
Friday
MAY DAY BASKET WITH FLOWERS
Fine Motor-Fold the paper plate in half. Glue the paper handle onto the open side of the paper plate. Poke the pipe cleaner into the bottom of the cupcake paper to form a flower. Place the flower into the May basket.
Gross Motor-Let the children pretend to pick flowers to put in their baskets
Library-"Little Gray Rabbit's May Day" by Margaret Tempest & "May Day/Lei Day" By Jeffery Kent
ARBOR DAY POEM
Language-Read the poem to the children
Fine Motor-Glue the tree trunk onto the paper. Add tissue paper to create a tree.
Library-"Arbor Day" by Kelly Bennett
Tuesday
PURPLE GRAPES
Fine Motor-Glue the purple grapes onto the vine to create a "bunch of grapes" Color the stem with a crayon or colored pencil
Math-Count how many grapes each child glued onto his or her vine. Compare the different shades of purple.
Cooking/Snack-You may want to enhance this activity by serving purple grapes at snack time.
Library-"Harold and the Purple Crayon" by Crockett Johnson & "Grandma's Purple Flowers" by Adjoa J. Burrowes
Wednesday
PURPLE PLUM
Fine Motor-Let the children color or paint the plum purple. Let the children color the work "purple" in a different shade of purple
Circle Time-"Find Something Purple" Have the children find something in the room that is purple and have each child bring it to the circle time. Have each child tell the other children what they have found.
Thursday
PURPLE BUTTERFLY
Fine Motor-Glue the purple lace onto the butterfly. Glue the butterfly onto the purple construction paper.
Gross Motor-Let the children pretend to fly around the room like a butterfly
Texture-What does the purple lace feel like? Have the children ever held a butterfly.
Friday
MAY DAY BASKET WITH FLOWERS
Fine Motor-Fold the paper plate in half. Glue the paper handle onto the open side of the paper plate. Poke the pipe cleaner into the bottom of the cupcake paper to form a flower. Place the flower into the May basket.
Gross Motor-Let the children pretend to pick flowers to put in their baskets
Library-"Little Gray Rabbit's May Day" by Margaret Tempest & "May Day/Lei Day" By Jeffery Kent
Monday's Menu 4-27-09
Breakfast
French Toast Sticks
Bananas
Lunch
Chicken Nuggets
Rice
Broccoli
Apples
Snack
Applesauce
Friday's Menu 4-24-09
Breakfast
Cinnamon Toast
Bananas
Lunch
Spaghetti and Meatsauce
Apples
Snack
Graham Crackers
April 23, 2009
Thursday's Menu 4-23-09
Breakfast
Cheerios
Bananas
Lunch
Mac & Cheese
Hot Dogs
Broccoli
Fruit Cocktail
Snack
Animal Crackers
Scholastics!
Please let me know if you are interested in ordering from the June catalogs. Payment is due by May 1st...THANKS!
April 22, 2009
Wednesday's Menu 4-22-09
Breakfast
French Toast Sticks
Bananas
Lunch
Egg Salad Sandwiches
Apples
Snack
Crackers and Chedder Cheese
April 21, 2009
Tuesday's Menu 4-21-09
Breakfast
Waffles
Bananas
Lunch
Chicken Nuggets
wheat Bread
Mixed Veggies
Peaches
Snack
Applesauce
April 20, 2009
This Week's Projects...
Monday
7 Stickers
Fine Motor-Color the number 7. Stick 7 Stickers around the number 7
Math-Count the number of stickers each child stuck onto their paper
Tuesday
7 Easter Eggs
Fine Motor-Color the Easter Eggs
Math-Count the number of Easter eggs on the paper
Wednesday
Recycle Material
Language-Sing the recycle song with the children. What song has a similar turn? (Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star) Where do you think the recycle materials came from? How does recycling clean our earth?
Fine Motor-Glue the recycled material around the song. Let the children explore the different textures with their fingers
Library-"My Earth Day" by Mercer Mayer and "Earth Day-Horray!" by Stuart J. Murphy
Thursday
Earth Day Globe
Fine Motor-Color the earth blue and green. Have the children trace the round earth with their fingers.
Language-Read the definition of Earth Day to the children. You can discuss the importance of keeping the earth clean.
Drama/Role Play-Have the children clean up some papers around the home. They may want to pretend to be garbage men/women
Friday
Fruit Tree
Fine Motor-Have the children glue the apples and peaches on the tree. Color the tree
Language-Talk with the children about the importance of Arbor Day. Has anyone ever planted a tree? Do you have a favorite kind of tree? What grows on trees? Why do we need to take care of our trees?
Science-Take the children outside and measure the tree trunk. compare the different sizes of trees. Talk about the different color of trees.
7 Stickers
Fine Motor-Color the number 7. Stick 7 Stickers around the number 7
Math-Count the number of stickers each child stuck onto their paper
Tuesday
7 Easter Eggs
Fine Motor-Color the Easter Eggs
Math-Count the number of Easter eggs on the paper
Wednesday
Recycle Material
Language-Sing the recycle song with the children. What song has a similar turn? (Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star) Where do you think the recycle materials came from? How does recycling clean our earth?
Fine Motor-Glue the recycled material around the song. Let the children explore the different textures with their fingers
Library-"My Earth Day" by Mercer Mayer and "Earth Day-Horray!" by Stuart J. Murphy
Thursday
Earth Day Globe
Fine Motor-Color the earth blue and green. Have the children trace the round earth with their fingers.
Language-Read the definition of Earth Day to the children. You can discuss the importance of keeping the earth clean.
Drama/Role Play-Have the children clean up some papers around the home. They may want to pretend to be garbage men/women
Friday
Fruit Tree
Fine Motor-Have the children glue the apples and peaches on the tree. Color the tree
Language-Talk with the children about the importance of Arbor Day. Has anyone ever planted a tree? Do you have a favorite kind of tree? What grows on trees? Why do we need to take care of our trees?
Science-Take the children outside and measure the tree trunk. compare the different sizes of trees. Talk about the different color of trees.
April 16, 2009
Thursday's Menu 4-16-09
Breakfast
Waffles
Bananas
Lunch
Speghetti and Meatballs
Apples
Snack
Crackers and Cheese
April 15, 2009
House Keeping
Just to make things easier to remember I will ask that everyone (full-timers 3-5 days in care)bring in 2 bottles of juice and 3 packs of wipes on the 1st on each month.
$10 is due this Friday for the May projects. This will now be due at the end of the second week of the month to ensure timely arrival. I hope you are enjoying your child's work as much as they enjoy doing them.
Recently the boys have discovered climbing on anything and everything. Please discuss with your child that furniture is not for jumping or climbing. I also ask that you do not have your child climb the stool by the window to watch you leave as they have become accustomed to spitting on the windows.
If your child has a runny nose please bring in a box of tissue. Reminder: If your child is sick with a fever, diarrhea, uncontrolled coughing, inexplicable or persistent crying, difficulty breathing, wheezing, any other unusual signs for the child or plain miserable please do not send your child to daycare. I will contact you if any of these signs do happen so that you may pick up your child immediately.
I've recently had to stop all trips because my husband's schedule has been changing frequently. Please be aware that some trips may now be schedule on short notice.
It has become apparent that many of the children will rarely eat breakfast lately and much of the food has gone to waste. Please let me know if your child has eaten in the morning.
$10 is due this Friday for the May projects. This will now be due at the end of the second week of the month to ensure timely arrival. I hope you are enjoying your child's work as much as they enjoy doing them.
Recently the boys have discovered climbing on anything and everything. Please discuss with your child that furniture is not for jumping or climbing. I also ask that you do not have your child climb the stool by the window to watch you leave as they have become accustomed to spitting on the windows.
If your child has a runny nose please bring in a box of tissue. Reminder: If your child is sick with a fever, diarrhea, uncontrolled coughing, inexplicable or persistent crying, difficulty breathing, wheezing, any other unusual signs for the child or plain miserable please do not send your child to daycare. I will contact you if any of these signs do happen so that you may pick up your child immediately.
I've recently had to stop all trips because my husband's schedule has been changing frequently. Please be aware that some trips may now be schedule on short notice.
It has become apparent that many of the children will rarely eat breakfast lately and much of the food has gone to waste. Please let me know if your child has eaten in the morning.
Wednesday's Menu 4-15-09
Breakfast
French Toast Sticks
Apples
Lunch
Cheese Ravoli w. Sauce
Green Beans
Banana Slices
Snack
Graham Crackers
April 13, 2009
Monday's Menu 4-13-09
Breakfast
Toast
Bananas
Lunch
Fishsticks w/cheese
Wheat Bread
Corn
Peaches
Snack
Applesauce
Projects for the week...
Monday
BUNNY EARS
Fine Motor-Glue two bunny ears onto the headband to create a bunny headband.
Gross Motor-Let the children pretend to be the Easter Bunny and hop around the room
Tuesday
BUNNY
Fine Motor-color the bunny
Library-"The Bunny who Found Easter" by Charlotte Zolotow and "Baby Touch and Feel Easter Bunny" by Rodger Priddy
Wednesday
POPSICLE
Fine Motor-Have the children glue the colored confetti onto the Popsicle. Blue the Popsicle, upper case P and lower case p onto the construction paper. Let the children outline the letters with their fingers
Science-Talk about the Popsicle. If it is hot or cold? What will make the Popsicle melt? What does the Popsicle feel like when it melts onto their hands? Why does the Popsicle freeze?
Cooking/Snack-Give the children a Popsicle at snack time. You may want to make Popsicles with the children
Library-"Popsicle Pony" by Jill Stover
Thursday
POLAR BEAR
Fine Motor-Glue the polar bear, upper case P and lowercase p onto the construction paper. Draw a face on the polar bear and blue snow around the polar bear
Language-Ask the children "why are polar bears white?"
Texture-Let the children feel the snow. What does real snow feel like.
Library- "Polar Bear Journey" By Debbie's S. Miller
Friday
LETTER P
Fine Motor-Let the children color or paint the letter P. Talk about the color of the letter. let the children outline the letter with their fingers so they can get the feel of the letter. You maybe wait to cute out the letter P.
BUNNY EARS
Fine Motor-Glue two bunny ears onto the headband to create a bunny headband.
Gross Motor-Let the children pretend to be the Easter Bunny and hop around the room
Tuesday
BUNNY
Fine Motor-color the bunny
Library-"The Bunny who Found Easter" by Charlotte Zolotow and "Baby Touch and Feel Easter Bunny" by Rodger Priddy
Wednesday
POPSICLE
Fine Motor-Have the children glue the colored confetti onto the Popsicle. Blue the Popsicle, upper case P and lower case p onto the construction paper. Let the children outline the letters with their fingers
Science-Talk about the Popsicle. If it is hot or cold? What will make the Popsicle melt? What does the Popsicle feel like when it melts onto their hands? Why does the Popsicle freeze?
Cooking/Snack-Give the children a Popsicle at snack time. You may want to make Popsicles with the children
Library-"Popsicle Pony" by Jill Stover
Thursday
POLAR BEAR
Fine Motor-Glue the polar bear, upper case P and lowercase p onto the construction paper. Draw a face on the polar bear and blue snow around the polar bear
Language-Ask the children "why are polar bears white?"
Texture-Let the children feel the snow. What does real snow feel like.
Library- "Polar Bear Journey" By Debbie's S. Miller
Friday
LETTER P
Fine Motor-Let the children color or paint the letter P. Talk about the color of the letter. let the children outline the letter with their fingers so they can get the feel of the letter. You maybe wait to cute out the letter P.
April 10, 2009
Status of our plants
Unfortunately most of the plants did not grow, not for the lack of trying. I believe it had something to do with the cardboard egg cartons sucking all the water up because the only one that really grew were in the plastic carton. If anyone has any experience with this let me know. I did grow some extras in a pot and they are great. So I will evenly distribute the ones we have in May.
Friday's Menu 4-10-09
Breakfast
Waffles
Bananas
Lunch
Grilled Cheese with Turkey
Peaches
Peas and Carrots
Snack
Cheerios
April 9, 2009
April 8, 2009
Reminders
-Yes we are open Friday. If you will not be bringing your child in please let me know in advance.
-The warmer weather is coming. Each parent should take home their child's clothing bag, go through it and put appropriate weather clothing. Please include a sweater and sunscreen.
-I have changed the egg coloring for tomorrow. It should be a full day with Tre's birthday and the egg hunt.
-The warmer weather is coming. Each parent should take home their child's clothing bag, go through it and put appropriate weather clothing. Please include a sweater and sunscreen.
-I have changed the egg coloring for tomorrow. It should be a full day with Tre's birthday and the egg hunt.
Wednesday's Menu 4-8-09
Breakfast
Pancakes
Bananas
Lunch
Meatloaf
Pasta
Mixed
Peaches
Snack
Crackers and Cheese
Tuesday's Menu 4-7-09
Breakfast
Raisin Bread
Bananas
Lunch
Scrambled Eggs w/Cheese
Wheat Bread
Apples
Snack
Goldfish
April 6, 2009
Monday's Menu 4-6-09
Breakfast
French Toast Sticks
Bananas
Lunch
Fishsticks & Cheese
Bread
Green Beans
Peaches
Snack
Applesauce
This Week Activities and Reminders
On Thursday April 9th we will be celebrating Tre's 2nd birthday! His mom will be bringing in cupcakes! Hopefully the weather will also cooperate on that day as I would like to have an Easter Egg Hunt in the backyard for the children. It should be an extra fun day!
Friday we will be coloring eggs for Easter.
The next payment for the May preschool project is due on April 17th of $10. The children seem to enjoy the projects and love showing them off to mommy and daddy.
Friday we will be coloring eggs for Easter.
The next payment for the May preschool project is due on April 17th of $10. The children seem to enjoy the projects and love showing them off to mommy and daddy.
Projects for the week...
Monday
OCTOPUS
-Fine Motor-Color the octopus. Glue some tentacles (black shoe laces) onto the octopus
-Math-have the children count the legs on the octopus
-Library- "An Octopus Followed me Home" By Dan Yaccarino "Good Thing You're Not an Octopus!" by pat Huntchins
Tuesday
LETTER O
-Fine Motor-Let the children color or paint the letter O. Talk about the color of the letter. Let the children outline the letter with their finger so they can get the feel of the letter. Cut out the letter and hang it on the wall
Wednesday
PASSOVER MEAL
-Fine Motor-Color the Passover meal
-Cognitive-Describe the different foods at the Passover meal and what each food means
-Library-It's Seder Time" By Latifa Berry Kropf and "Rebecca's Passover" By Adele Geras
Thursday
BURNING BUSH
-Fine Motor-Color the burning bush. Glue the tissue paper on the bush to pretend it is burning
-Texture-Let the children explore the feel of the tissue paper
-Library-"All About Passover" By Kinny Kreiswirth
Friday
EASTER EGG
-Fine Motor-Glue the colored ribbon on the East egg. Glue the egg onto the construction paper. Have the children color "Happy Easter".
-Texture-What does the ribbon feel like? What does a real egg feel like?
-Science-What happens if you hold an egg tightly in your hand?
OCTOPUS
-Fine Motor-Color the octopus. Glue some tentacles (black shoe laces) onto the octopus
-Math-have the children count the legs on the octopus
-Library- "An Octopus Followed me Home" By Dan Yaccarino "Good Thing You're Not an Octopus!" by pat Huntchins
Tuesday
LETTER O
-Fine Motor-Let the children color or paint the letter O. Talk about the color of the letter. Let the children outline the letter with their finger so they can get the feel of the letter. Cut out the letter and hang it on the wall
Wednesday
PASSOVER MEAL
-Fine Motor-Color the Passover meal
-Cognitive-Describe the different foods at the Passover meal and what each food means
-Library-It's Seder Time" By Latifa Berry Kropf and "Rebecca's Passover" By Adele Geras
Thursday
BURNING BUSH
-Fine Motor-Color the burning bush. Glue the tissue paper on the bush to pretend it is burning
-Texture-Let the children explore the feel of the tissue paper
-Library-"All About Passover" By Kinny Kreiswirth
Friday
EASTER EGG
-Fine Motor-Glue the colored ribbon on the East egg. Glue the egg onto the construction paper. Have the children color "Happy Easter".
-Texture-What does the ribbon feel like? What does a real egg feel like?
-Science-What happens if you hold an egg tightly in your hand?
April 2, 2009
Thursday's Menu 4-2-09
Breakfast
Waffles
Bananas
Lunch
Mac & Cheese
Hot Dogs
Mixed Veggies
Peaches
Snack
Graham Crackers
Projects for the week...
Now that we have our preschool projects I wanted to go over want each of the project represent and how you can continue these simple activities at home. Some projects give you a book you can find at the library with your child. Yesterday's project dealt with the following:
APRIL SHOWERS POEM
Language-Read the poem with the child
Fine Motor-Have the children glue the flowers and umbrellas around the poem
Science-Ask the children "Why do April showers bring us May flower?"
Library-"April Showers" by George Shannon
Today's Project:
COTTON BALL
Science-Pour some water into a plastic life. Give each child one cottom ball, have them dip the cotton ball into the water and then squeeze the water out of the cotton ball.
Cognitive-Explain how the cotton is like a cloud full of water and when it has too much water it is squeezed out and that produces rain
Texture-What did the cotton feel like dry verses wet?
Friday's Project: Letter O
OWL
Fine Motor-Have the children glue the feathers onto the owl. Glue the owl, upper case O and lower case o on to the construction paper.
Science-Let the children feel the feathers. What color did the children glue onto their owl? Were the feather soft or hard?
Drama/Role Play-Have the children pretend to fly like an owl. What would it feel like to fly in the sky? Where would you want to fly to if you were an owl?
Library-"Owl Moon" By Jane Yolen & "Good-Night Owl!" By Pat Hutchins.
APRIL SHOWERS POEM
Language-Read the poem with the child
Fine Motor-Have the children glue the flowers and umbrellas around the poem
Science-Ask the children "Why do April showers bring us May flower?"
Library-"April Showers" by George Shannon
Today's Project:
COTTON BALL
Science-Pour some water into a plastic life. Give each child one cottom ball, have them dip the cotton ball into the water and then squeeze the water out of the cotton ball.
Cognitive-Explain how the cotton is like a cloud full of water and when it has too much water it is squeezed out and that produces rain
Texture-What did the cotton feel like dry verses wet?
Friday's Project: Letter O
OWL
Fine Motor-Have the children glue the feathers onto the owl. Glue the owl, upper case O and lower case o on to the construction paper.
Science-Let the children feel the feathers. What color did the children glue onto their owl? Were the feather soft or hard?
Drama/Role Play-Have the children pretend to fly like an owl. What would it feel like to fly in the sky? Where would you want to fly to if you were an owl?
Library-"Owl Moon" By Jane Yolen & "Good-Night Owl!" By Pat Hutchins.
April 1, 2009
Wednesday's Menu 4-1-09
Breakfast
French Toast Sticks
Bananas
Lunch
Cheese Ravoli in tomato sauce
Apples
Snacks
Goldfish
It's in!
Out 1-2-3 Preschool Projects just arrived and they made a mistake and sent the April package so we will be starting today! Each parent that has signed up will received a newsletter on what we will be going over for the month. Each day on the month your child will be engaged in an activity that they will be able to take home.
March 31, 2009
Tuesday's Menu 3-31-09
Breakfast
Cinnamon Toast
Bananas
Lunch
Cheeseburgers
French Fries
Fruit Cocktail
Snack
Crackers & Cheese
March 30, 2009
Monday's Menu 3-30-09
Breakfast
Pancakes
Bananas
Lunch
Chicken Nuggets
Rice
Broccoli
Pears
Snack
Cheese and Crackers
Friday's Menu 3-27-09
Breakfast
Oatmeal
Applesauce
Lunch
Turkey and Cheese Sandwich
Mixed Veggies
Grapes
Snack
Graham Crackers
March 26, 2009
Thursday's Menu 3-19-09
Breakfast
Bagels
Grapes
Lunch
French Fries
Chicken
Peas and Carrots
Peaches
Snacks
Crackers and Cheese
I'm having some issues with MSN and email so please call me if you need me. Also I have to run out at 3:30 to my doctor's for a test. Nelson will be here but I should be back quickly.
March 25, 2009
Wednesday's Menu 3-25-09
Breakfast
Pancakes
Bananas
Lunch
Mashed Potatoes
Chicken
Green Beans
Bread
Snack
Graham Crackers
March 24, 2009
Happy Birthday Aiden!!
We celebrated Aiden's birthday at Jungle Jims in Orange and our friends from the mom's group. Unfortunately with all the hussle with getting 6 kids ready, cupcakes, lunch bags, coats etc I forgot to bring my camera to take photos :-(
But all the kids had a great time and sadly didn't want to leave. We got home slightly later than expected at 1pm and all the children had fallen asleep in the car during the ride back. I'm sure it will be a quiet afternoon. It's a great place to take your kids on a rainy or cold weather day!
But all the kids had a great time and sadly didn't want to leave. We got home slightly later than expected at 1pm and all the children had fallen asleep in the car during the ride back. I'm sure it will be a quiet afternoon. It's a great place to take your kids on a rainy or cold weather day!
March 23, 2009
Monday's Menu 3-23-09
Breakfast
Waffles
Bananas
Lunch
Mac & Cheese
Hot Dogs Bits
Green Beans
Apples
Snack
Goldfish
Reminder for tomorrow's Field Trip
We will be celebrating Aiden 2nd birthday on March 24th by going to Jungle Jims in Orange. We will be leaving by 10:30am. They have a 10,000 square foot indoor playground with swingsets, slides, swings and Step2 plastic ride on toys set up indoors. I will be bringing cupcakes.
Please have your child bring a bag lunch with juice. $3.00 Per Child
Please have your child bring a bag lunch with juice. $3.00 Per Child
March 22, 2009
Announcements..
This week Zohar's brother Asher will offically start with us. He is one year's old and our youngest member.
Lucas will be leaving us and his last day will be Friday. I'm sure all his friend's will miss him.
Lucas will be leaving us and his last day will be Friday. I'm sure all his friend's will miss him.
March 20, 2009
Friday's Menu 3-20-09
Breakfast
Pancakes
Bananas
Lunch
A medley of cheese, crackers, fruit, soup and yogurt :-)
Snack
Goldfish
March 19, 2009
Thursday's Menu 3-19-09
Breakfast
Waffles
Bananas
Lunch
Meatballs
French Fries
Grapes
Snack
Pretzels Crackers
March 18, 2009
New work...
1-2-3 preschool project has sent a couple of free activities so I could see an example of their curriculum. I have to say the kids enjoyed them, they were easy to do and finish and there was much prep time to give it to them. Here are so pictures of the kids doing on of them today..
Wednesday's Menu 3-18-09
Breakfast
English Muffins
Bananas
Lunch
Hot Dogs
Rice
Green beans
Apples
Snack
Applesauce
March 17, 2009
Reminders
Juice was due this week.
Next week please remember your egg cartons and flower seeds. Please also bring in two packs of wipes.
Next week please remember your egg cartons and flower seeds. Please also bring in two packs of wipes.
Tuesday's Menu 3-17-09
Breakfast
Rice Krispies
Bananas
Lunch
Grilled Cheese
Carrots
Clementines
Snack
Crackers
March 16, 2009
Monday's Menu 3-16-09
Breakfast
Waffles
Bananas
Lunch
Fishsticks and Cheese
Wheat Bread
Mixed Veggies
Apples
Snack
Graham Crackers
March 13, 2009
Friday's Menu 3-13-09
Breakfast
Pancakes
Bananas
Lunch
Spegetti and Meatballs
Apples
Snacks
Animal Crackers
Thursday's Menu 3-12-09
Breakfast
Cheerios
Bananas
Lunch
Scramble Eggs w/Cheese
Wheat Toast
Pears
Snack
Crackers
March 11, 2009
Events and Field Trips
-We will be having a St. Patricks Day Arts and Crafts on Tuesday March 17th. Please have your child wear green for the occasion.
-We will be celebrating Aiden 2nd birthday on March 24th by going to Jungle Jims in Orange. We will be leaving by 10:30am. They have a 10,000 square foot indoor playground with swingsets, slides, swings and Step2 plastic ride on toys set up indoors. I will be bringing cupcakes. Please have your child bring a bag lunch with juice. $3.00 Per Child
-We will be going to Trumbull mall playground on March 31st.
-We will be celebrating Aiden 2nd birthday on March 24th by going to Jungle Jims in Orange. We will be leaving by 10:30am. They have a 10,000 square foot indoor playground with swingsets, slides, swings and Step2 plastic ride on toys set up indoors. I will be bringing cupcakes. Please have your child bring a bag lunch with juice. $3.00 Per Child
-We will be going to Trumbull mall playground on March 31st.
Pre-K Curriculum Found...
I've decided on a preschool curriculum that I think the children will find fun and it gives them something to do everyday. The monthly packets are from 1-2-3 preschool projects and are full of theme based activities that encourage learning in the areas of the fine motor, gross motor, cognitive, language, math, drama, science and textures for children ages 18months to 5 years old. All the materials are pre-cut, pre-measured and pre-sorted. The cost would be $10 per child per month. I think the best time to start would be in May and work through the summer if the children enjoy the curriculum. If you wish your child to take part please send $10 by April 6 ensure we get the kit on time to start in May.
You can check out the website here:
http://www.preschoolprojects.net/index.php
You can check out the website here:
http://www.preschoolprojects.net/index.php
Wednesday's Menu 3-11-09
Breakfast
Cinnamon Toast
Bananas
Lunch
Grilled Cheese
Hard Boiled Eggs
Mixed Veggies
Snack
Yogurt
March 10, 2009
Tuesday's Menu 3-10-09
Breakfast
Waffles
Bananas
Lunch
Hot Dogs
French Fries
Broccoli
Snack
Animal Crackers
March 9, 2009
Welcome back EVERYONE!
A week went by really quickly but I'm sure everyone was ready to get back into their schedules. It was a beautiful weekend and hopefully a sign of good things to come.
The children will be working on a new project in the next couple of weeks. We will be planting flowers! Please take your child to a garden nursery, home depot or store to purchase a small package of flower seeds of there choice. Also we need everyone to save there egg cartons to plant there seeds. I will be providing the dirt. We will watch the plants grow indoors for a couple of weeks before they are strong enough to take home and put outside. Please send in these items by March 23rd.
This week Dominic will be returning on Friday and the daycare will be almost back to full capacity.
Tomorrow trip may be postponed or instead be in the later afternoon as I have to have the tires replaced on my car that morning. I will know by tomorrow.
We will need a bottle of juice by next week.
The children will be working on a new project in the next couple of weeks. We will be planting flowers! Please take your child to a garden nursery, home depot or store to purchase a small package of flower seeds of there choice. Also we need everyone to save there egg cartons to plant there seeds. I will be providing the dirt. We will watch the plants grow indoors for a couple of weeks before they are strong enough to take home and put outside. Please send in these items by March 23rd.
This week Dominic will be returning on Friday and the daycare will be almost back to full capacity.
Tomorrow trip may be postponed or instead be in the later afternoon as I have to have the tires replaced on my car that morning. I will know by tomorrow.
We will need a bottle of juice by next week.
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