October 23-25 Story Hours

This week was all about the rhymes and rhythms! We clapped, tapped, shook, and shimmied our way through some great songs and stories!

Literacy/Developmental Skill: Musical rhythms and rhymes encourage spontaneous movement that strengthens the child's body and helps to develop sensory control.  Large movements, such as those in a knee bounce (such as "Trot, Trot to Boston), are called gross motor skills

This week we ready some rootin' tootin', get your legs movin' stories!

    

                   Groovy Joe               Hickory Dickory Dock          I'm a Dirty Dinosaur
                by Eric Litwin                  by Keith Baker                  by Janeen Brian &
                                                                                                            Ann James


We pulled out our parachute, and we sang together to shake to the beat, shake slow, and shake fast! We love the parachute, but it's not just a toy! There are some great benefits to parachute play:

• Develops a sense of rhythm
• Learn how to follow directions
• Promotes social interaction
• Promotes cooperation
• Strengthens muscles!
• There is no competition--fun for all!

We hope you'll join us next week! If you celebrate Halloween, please feel free to dress in costume all three days! Our requests are that you do not wear masks or weapons.  We can't wait to see your costumes!