Week of the Young Child is April 11th–15th. Week of the Young Child is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the world’s largest early childhood education association. The purpose of the Week of the Young Child is to focus public attention on the needs of young children, their families and to
recognize the early childhood programs providing services to them.
MUSIC Monday: We will be singing, dancing, making instruments, hosting a parade, and celebrating learning through music. It is also Crazy Hair and/or Crazy Hat Day.
TACO Tuesday: We will be talking about healthy eating and fitness. It is also Sports Day! Dress for your favorite sport or show team spirit for your favorite team by wearing a team jersey, shirt or uniform!
WORKING TOGETHER Wednesday: We will be working together, planning, collaborating, and building together. It’s also Career Day! What are you going to be when you grow up, dress the part!
ARTSY Thursday: We will be thinking, problem solving, creating while participating in different art and sensory activities. It is also Silly Dress Day (mismatched colors, clothes and socks,
backwards clothes, etc. Get creative!).
FAMILY Friday: We will be sharing different family stories. Parents are welcome to come and share something special from your child’s culture or childhood with his/her class. This can be a special book, game, cooking activity or holiday tradition. It is also School Spirit Day (School-T-Shirt or The Color Turquoise/Blue)!
A few pictures from Monday.
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