August

First Fridays Read Aloud: “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?”

Welcome to First Fridays Read Aloud! Join us as we dive into the enchanting world of children’s literature with the timeless classic “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?” by Bill Martin Jr. and brought to life through the captivating illustrations of Eric Carle.

First Fridays Learning Activity: “Brown Bear” Super Simple Sensory Experience

“Brown Bear” Super Simple Sensory Experience

The First Friday Learning Activity – “Brown Bear” Super Simple Sensory Experience is designed to engage young minds with an incredibly easy and captivating sensory adventure. We encourage you to watch this video in advance, as it will introduce an exciting hands-on activity that embraces openness, allowing children to explore and create freely without limitations. By fostering free expression, we aim to promote creativity while encouraging language development and real-world connections.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Kinetic Sand
• Googly Eyes

Let the adventure begin as the little ones delve into the enchanting world of textures and imagination! Initiate meaningful conversations as they sculpt, mold, and transform the kinetic sand with googly eyes, transforming it into a plethora of fascinating creations. The unrestricted nature of this activity paves the way for uninhibited learning and joyous moments of discovery.

Sing-Along: “Going on a Bear Hunt” The Kiboomers – Preschool Songs

Sing along and learn with The Kiboomers! We’re looking for bears! So, grab your binoculars, because we’re going on a bear hunt! This fun action song is perfect for brain break for circle time at home or in the classroom. Plus, it also helps your students and young children learn prepositions (over, under, through and in) and new vocabulary (grass, mud, river, cave, binoculars) with some creative play. This activity also helps your preschooler develop motor skills, listening skills, and social-emotional skills. Enjoy!