AFC MAGNOLIA PM

Being outside is a way to exert our high level of energy.  So today that's just what we did. And now here's an example of low energy.  We have really been working on using mindfulness techniques throughout our day.  We have been practicing breathing, being still, and finding our inner peace.  Today a friend brought a singing bowl for our classroom.  We listened to the bowl's sound and took 3 deep breaths.  Namaste!

It was a beautiful day for the forest.  We saw glimmers of spring:  green grass beginning to grow, worms on the surface of the ground, and some flowers even starting to poke through.  This is my favorite place to sit. Sharing our worm with friends. Taking a nap in the sun with a worm.

Using our interest in force and motion, we are beginning a group piece on canvas.  Last week each child painted using magnets.  We are extending that to make a collaborative art piece. Today we took turns pushing the brush back and forth to paint the background. We attempted to make magnetic slime today.  As we watched a tutorial video, the children wrote out the ingredients.  We then found them in the classroom and kitchen. The kids worked so hard and then we realized it wasn't as magnetic as we thought.  So Ms Erin ordered a different kind of iron oxide to try.  Stay tuned for the next batch!