This week we are beginning a new module: The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. This story focuses on the life a small caterpillar as he eats his way through one apple on Monday, two pears on Tuesday, three plums on Wednesday, and so on, until he is really fat and has a stomach ache. He goes into his pupa and emerges as a beautiful butterfly.
Last week our caterpillars arrived and we watched them crawl and eat special food in the bottom of a container. We will learn about the life cycle of a butterfly. This story is also good for teaching nutrition and the days of the week.
We will also read non-fiction insect books, and other books such as: The Very Lonely Firefly, Mr. Bumble, In the Tall, Tall Grass, and Quick as a Cricket. We plan to make caterpillars, butterflies and other insects during art, sing bug songs and move like insects during circle activities.
I would also like to mention that we will have a student intern from Darien High School. She has completed her school work and will be working in our classroom for the next several weeks.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Important Reminders:
June 14 – 17: Early Dismissal at 11:15
Parent Conferences
June 21 Early Dismissal at 11:15
Last Day of School
