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Nature Study: Seed Comparison

Last week we started by sorting a mix of five different types of seeds. On a blackboard positioned under each plate, we brainstormed words that described each seed type. Then I pulled out the five seed packets, and the group

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Art: Terracotta Pots

In keeping with the seeds theme, we decorated little terracotta pots, filled them with soil and planted tomato and/or kale seeds though only a few were keen on kale! We talked about where each of those plants made seeds, they

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Gym: Bean Bag ABCs

Thankfully we were able to venture out today in the light rain/snow mix. I was expecting rain and planned indoor activities, but we managed to keep moving and stay warm outdoors. All groups did bean bag ABCs with a different

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Science: Seed Dispersal

This week’s theme was seeds. We started with “Flip, Flop, Fly: seeds on the move” by Joann Early Macken.  I am fairly certain these little scientists knew everything I wanted to share with them 🙂 We decided to experiment with

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Art: Making Play Dough

Thanks to everyone who brought in mixing bowls, The Quarks enjoyed making play dough last week. They really got into this experience! Once they had their dough made, we read You Nest Here With Me by Jane Yolen (although honestly

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Nature Study: Seeds vs. Eggs

In the first period of their nest-themed day, the Quarks took a close look at eggs. We started by comparing eggs to seeds: what’s on the outside for protection, what’s inside for food, and what might begin to grow out

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STEM: Building Nests

Today we started with the book “A Nest is Noisy.” We read about birds making all different types of nests and their are many others species who also build nests. We then used toilet paper rolls to imitate the trees.

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Gym: Partner Circuit

Today I brought a couple of fun pieces of fitness equipment for a partner circuit. The Neutrons practiced partner squats and lunges with fitness towels, push up pyramids and pulling resistance bands, and mirroring each other making large letters with

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Art: Papier Mâché Planters

The Quarks worked with papier mâché (aka paper mache) yesterday. Hilariously, Estelle and Amelia each labored over applying one strip of paper to their balloons and declared themselves “done!” Fortunately, Mac enjoyed this project so much that he was happy

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Science: Vernal Equinox

Last week we studied vernal equinox. We reviewed all four seasons and talked about the things we’re looking forward to in spring (like trading in snow pants for shorts!). While reading “The reasons for seasons” by Gail Gibbons we talked about

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