Shalom Ulpanon Bet Families,
This week we explored patterns. We defined a pattern as: “something that repeats itself.” The children created their own patterns utilizing various mediums throughout the week. One way they explored this concept was by gluing colored foam shapes in a specific order, creating an AB AB, ABC ABC or AABB AABB pattern. After completing her pattern, Emma noticed her socks also had a pattern. She pointed to the hearts on her sock and explained, “Here is a pink heart, there is a purple heart. Here is a pink heart, there is a purple heart. It’s all over again from the beginning! It’s a pattern.”This week, we also generated patterns using blocks. We played a game where one child selected two or three colored blocks, making the beginning sequence, and (a) friend(s) helped to add on to it, finishing the pattern. Continuing with Emma’s discovery, we continued to discuss where else we notice patterns in our daily lives, like on our socks. The children noted patterns in: days of the week and reoccurring holidays, not to mention so many more. Jordan thought about this and shared, “The holidays are a pattern! Every year we have Rosh Ha’ Shannah first and then Sukkot and on and on.” Jack Weingarten’s mom, Heather, accompanied us to the library to read us books. After, we continued to discuss the protagonist in the story, a little girl, who was hesitant to learn to read because she didn’t want to make mistakes, especially in front of anyone, like her friends. We realized she didn’t let that stop her and she persevered or didn’t give up and contunied practicing. The main character disregarded what others thought of her and ended up mastering the skill of reading and winning a contest. What is something you want to practice? Why is practice important? Is it okay not to master everything we try, even if we practice? We will continue to answer these questions. Lastly, we went to Tricycle Express for the first time this year. The children enjoyed exercising and strengthening their leg and core muscles. We can’t wait to go back next week. Reminders:
Shabbat Shalom, Talia and Meirav
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