We had an exciting and energetic week with pajama day, Valentine's Day, and early release in between.  Thank you to those of you who joined us for reading on Tuesday morning.  This group loves to be read to.  On early release days, the focus of my workshop is on early literacy.  Yesterday we were given some statistics about reading success for children who are read to a lot versus those who are not read to much.  Developing a joy of reading is a critical first step and this group seems to have that joy.  The children especially loved having their stuffed animals with them all day Tuesday, or in the "stuffie village" they built in the block area for moments when it was better to not have them by their sides.  Also thank you for helping out with valentines.  It is always amazing to me how exciting it is for them to get personal valentines from each of their classmates.  

*I will remind you again (probably several times), but our next ECO session is Wednesday, March 6th, which is the day we come back from vacation.  Students should be prepared to be outside!

Listening to stories to start the day.

Constructing a "stuffie village".

Math stations with stuffed friends.

Checking out our valentines.