Making Connections with each other and with the Community outside the Preschool

During this month, the children are making strong friendship connections with each other and within the community. In the classroom, children are finding their own connections with one another, talking about what they would like to play together and who is going to be the “mommy” in the dramatic play area or the “cashier” at the grocery store. The children are able to take charge and negotiate who plays what role in the classroom.

Aleah, Mia and Lily are all working together to help Tiffany put on her coat.

Cade catching the bird shadows that Kai and Matthew are making on the projector.

Chelsea and Lily helping Taya through the hoop. Finding a solution for Taya to step out of the hoop without falling. Lily is going to step up onto the bench so the hoop goes over Taya”s head.

Aleah taking care of the dolls at Play arch.

Big Buddies are showing little buddies how to shadow dance.

Big Buddy named Matthew making origami for his little buddy also named Matthew.

( Made a connection by sharing the same name! )

Lily works on a Puzzle with the help of her big Buddy.

A time to connect, Eating snack together !

Connecting and learning with the Senior Community.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!!

Jess

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