Friday, January 16, 2015
Multi-generational Interviews
We spent part of our time at the nearby senior living building interviewing residents in their 80's and 90's. The students created their interview questions and played "What is your favorite?" In small groups. We were lucky to have several high school students that wanted to participate. The 3 generations had non-stop conversations and many laughs. Students learned about things of the past and a lot about needs and wants as they soon realized that they have many more amenities and possessions than the seniors did. We look forward to spending more time with our new "old" friends.
Our Kindergarten Maps
We learned about maps by comparing them to photographs, looking at some online and creating our own maps (of their own bedroom). They enjoyed drawing them and sharing them with friends.
Sunday, December 21, 2014
Birthday Bags
The kids enjoyed making birthday bags for kids who need to spend their birthday in the hospital. They made them and then filled them with little presents. Each of them has such a passion for helping others.
Friday, December 19, 2014
Holiday Family Traditions
Kindergarteners completed a holiday show and tell sheet at home with their families about what holiday they celebrate, a favorite holiday dish, song, tradition and activity. It was fun to hear them all share their favorites. They also brought in a photo of something special for the holidays. We saw some Elves on the Shelf, trees, cookie decorating, family pictures and a picture of one friend ringing the red kettle! By the way....13 out of our 24 students picked Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer as their favorite song! We were able to do a gallery walk around the room checking out the photos up close.
Bridging the Generations
We have started our first service learning experience by doing a kickoff week full of great books and transforming ourselves into an older version of ourselves (see kickoff week picture of our Impact teachers). Our biggest treat was having a magnificent group of men from the Burnsville Football Team come teach us about how much each generation can impact another. Current Head coach Tyler Krebs, former head coach Dick Hanson and 3 of next year's captains came to visit. 183 Impact students sat in awe of the wonderful stories each person shared about what their relationship with each other has done for them. Students were able to reflect on what was shared and are inspired to impact the older generation during our service learning experience in January and part of February. Here is a link to their powerful story on Kare 11.
Climb Theater Teaches about Resiliency
Climb Theater actors came in and taught our Kinders about resiliency by doing a very engaging skit. Kids were able to help create ideas that everyone can use to change their negative thoughts into a positive attitude. Some ideas they came up with were to hug a stuffed animal, talk to a friend or a trusted grown up and draw a picture!
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