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3 & 4 Year Old Classes - Multiculturalism in our Preschool

Although we are a nondenominational Preschool, we are appreciative of the many cultures and traditions in our diverse community.

We explain to the children that there are numerous holidays and traditions. Some we know and some we may not know. When there is a holiday that is being celebrated by a family at our preschool, or a number of families, we see it as an opportunity for all to share that experience. It allows us to learn and grow, and encourages inclusion.

It's wonderful when parents come into class and share a little of their culture with the Preschool. It benefits all the children in a very positive way.

Recently we brought a little of the Chinese New Year into our Preschool.




During Circle Time we shared the many ways Chinese New Year is celebrated: parades, fireworks, festive colours, traditional foods and more. A Chinese folk tale called “Little Mouse's Big Trick” was told using the 12 animals from the Chinese calendar.
 
 
Sophia and Taylor admired each other's dresses, with Sophia wearing a traditional Chinese dress.

  “Careful not to tear it Sophia!” says Taylor.   

 
 
The children practised writing Chinese calligraphy on a “Buddah” board. They spent much time and focus on this activity, taking note of the directions of the lines.


 
More Chinese letters and words were incorporated into the art.

 
 
 

We made chicken chow-mein during class time, with all hands on deck helping.


















“Is it ready now?” says Sophie. 

“I love it!” says Samuel.


Kung Hey Fat Choy! Happy New Year!

~Barbi

 

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