WEEK OF: MAY 15th – 19th
THEME: BEES AND BUTTERFLIES

This week the classroom will be buzzing with learning experiences! We will explore a variety of bugs and learn their characteristics and ways these creatures are important in nature. Activities planned include creating thumbprint insects, assembling a large bug floor puzzle, finger painting large butterflies, and observing the new Painted Lady Caterpillars in the science area.

WEEK OF: MAY 22ND – 26TH
THEME: OCEAN COMMOTION

This is the last sharing week for the year. The children may bring in a sharing item of their choice!

This week we will explore what lives in the ocean and what can be found by the seashore.

We plan to:

  • use beach items in the dramatic play area
  • explore shells at the science table
  • create sea creatures from a variety of materials and wear red, white and blue on Friday (26th) for some patriotic fun!
  • We have five painted lady caterpillars in the science center. Ask your child to keep you updated on their metamorphosis.

REMINDERS, REQUESTS AND OTHER INFO:

  • Curious Creatures will be visiting PPP on Wednesday May 31st for 2 presentations.
  • All PPP students are invited to attend one presentation. There is a sign-up sheet for NON- WEDNESDAY students who would like to attend.
  • The August birthdays will be celebrated in school in May. Please let us know if you plan to bring in a snack item.
  • The Yellow Apples are practicing songs for their graduation ceremony which will be held on Tuesday 6/13 @ 11:00.
  • Registration forms for the summer program have been sent home. This program is open to all PPP students.
  • Return your summer forms soon to reserve a spot! As of May 26th, summer registration will be open to new families.

 

SNACKS:

Monday (15) yogurt – Vivienne

Tuesday (16) August birthdays – Emme, Emalynn

Wednesday (17) August birthdays – Vivienne, Wyatt

Thursday (18) mini bagels & cream cheese – Vera

Friday (19) cheese & crackers – Margot

Monday (22) crackers & sun butter – Jack F

Tuesday (23) graham crackers – Apollo

Wednesday (24) bananas – Isla

Thursday (25) applesauce – Dylan

Friday (26) Red, White, and Blue popsicles – PPP will do

-LAST DAY OF LUNCH BUNCH-

 

FIVE LITTLE FISH

(five) little fish swimming in the sea.

Teasing Mr. Shark,

“You can’t catch me!”

Along comes Mr. Shark,

As quiet as can be and……..Snap!

(Four) little fish, swimming in the sea…..

Continue until all fish are eaten!