“The wonder is that we can see these trees and not wonder more.”
~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Dear Blossom Families,
We are so proud of all your Blossom tree experts! Over the past month, we have identified many different kinds of trees, investigated their characteristics, and explored their life cycles. We learned why trees are life-sustaining and essential to our world. We also learned that it’s important to bend with the wind and let go of our old leaves.
Questions to ask your tree expert:
- What are some types of trees in Bend, Oregon?
- What kind of animals live in trees?
- What do trees give us?
- Where does paper come from?
We will begin our Winter Celebrations Around the World study in December. We will learn about family traditions practiced when celebrating Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and more! In addition, the Blossoms will make their own Pickle in a Tree, from the German tradition!
We will cook, sing, play, and dance. Blossoms will compare the significance and use of light in each holiday.
Many Blossoms have expressed interest in sharing and finding different countries on classroom maps and globes. Following this interest, to explore various Christmas traditions, we will read stories, play games, and create art from a few countries where Christmas is widely celebrated.
Before our New Year’s celebrations, we will ask Blossoms to share the unique traditions they experience at home.
As always, please reach out with any special connections related to our study! We would love families to come in to talk about their holiday traditions!
Winter Clothes:
Please remember to pack weather-appropriate gear if you haven’t already. We are working hard to track and care for gloves, mittens, hats, coats, and snow pants, so please make sure your child’s winter items are labeled with their name! We also recommend an extra change of warm-weather clothing, including socks.
Sing-A-Long:
We are so excited about our Sing-A-Long this year! The Blossoms have been working very hard to impress you and have been heard singing around the playground and classroom!
- Holiday Sing-A-Long:
- 61980 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend, OR 97703
- Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (UUFCO)
- December 9th, 2024
- 5:45 pm-7:30 pm
Holidays:
- Christmas Eve closing at 3pm
- December 25th and 26th – CLOSED
- January 1st – CLOSED
We are wishing you a happy and peaceful season!
Ms. Stephanie, Miss Madeline,& Mr Keegan