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Issue 5
Januarymdash March
2017
Serving Lake | Porter | LaPorte | and Starke Counties
Our Mission
We are dedicated to providing
professional support education
and training to educators
families and community
members involved in Early
Learning Care and Out of School
Time in Lake LaPorte Porter
and Starke counties
Early Learning Connections
8400 Louisiana Street
Merrillville IN 46410
(219) 685-1500
Office Hours
MondaymdashFriday
800 ammdash500 pm
The Connections School Readiness taken from httpwwwaftorgpositionschool-readiness The positive impact of high-quality early childhood programs on childrens success in school
and beyond has been well documented Many studies have demonstrated the importance of
the early years for the developing brain Over the past four decades numerous studiesmdash
including the Perry Preschool Study the Abecedarian Project the Chicago Longitudinal Study
and the Cost Quality and Child Outcomes Studymdashhave shown that high-quality early child-
hood education increases the likelihood that children particularly those from disadvantaged
backgrounds will become successful students and citizens
High-quality programs provide children secure and caring relationships with educators and
caregivers and stimulating learning opportunities and experiences that prepare them for the
later school years These programs are characterized by the following practices
Language-rich and responsive communication between adults and children
Positive and appropriate reinforcement of skills and behavior
Extensive rehearsal of old and new cognitive academic and developmental skills
Guidance in desirable social skills and facilitation of positive interactions between peers
and adults
Various structured and informal activities that encourage children to reflect predict ques-
tion and hypothesize
Availability of numerous materials resources and toys that focus on language and literacy
Activities that encourage the involvement of childrens families and caretakers
Incorporation of adequate nutrition and habits that will support good health Children who have gone through these programs also have more secure relationships with
adults these children are better equipped to follow directions and more likely to trust figures
of authority and be able to communicate their needs Young children are capable learners and
having these types of educational experiences during their preschool years makes it possible
for them to learn at a faster rate become better readers and consequently better students
School Readiness for Infants and Toddlers
Infants and toddlers prepare for school just as preschool children do however their school readiness looks much different than that of a preschooler Infants enter the world filled with curiosity about everything around them The skills they acquire are learned from the interactions they have with adults Simple things like reading to them talking to them while you are changing their diapers or clothes and how you soothe them are all activities that help babies learn ldquoRemember If your baby is interested and involved in an activitymdashand having funmdashhe is learningrdquo (Zero to Three) Everything they do every day helps infants prepare for their future We do not need to place infants in classes in order for them to learn
Toddlers are always on the go soaking up all the information they can They are always learning discovering and exploring Toddlers begin forming words and then small sentences They assert their independence and really begin to love the word ldquonordquo This is the time that they want you to read Mortimer by Robert Munsch over and over and over (or any other of their favorite books) Read that book repeatedly let them play with their favorite toy once again this is how they are learning
Older toddlers really begin to express their independence From putting on their own clothes to transitioning to the My Little Pony panties or Paw Patrol underwear Their ability to think at a higher level begins to shine problem-solving skills are shown and they begin developing more self-control than when they were younger Their school readiness skills sometimes test our patience but in the end itrsquos all worth it as they continue growing learning and preparing for their first day of kindergarten
So model those skills let them play allow the socialization that is neededmdashthis is what our
youngest minds need to prepare them for school
Winter Books for Children
Check out the following books for your classroom or children
Snowmen at NightmdashCarolyn Buehner Winter is for SnowflakesmdashMichelle Knudsen
Winter TreesmdashCarol Gerber Red SledmdashLita Judge
The MittenmdashJan Brett SnowballsmdashLois Ehlert
If itrsquos Snowy and You Know ItmdashKim Norman
The Latest on Screen Time Recognizing the ubiquitous role of
media in childrenrsquos lives the American
Academy of Pediatrics has released new
policy recommendations and resources
to help families maintain a healthy
media diet The AAP recommends that
parents and caregivers develop a family
media plan that takes into account the
health education and entertainment
needs of each child as well as the whole
family Key recommendations
For children younger than 18 months
avoid use of screen media other than
video-chatting Parents of children 18 to
24 months of age who want to
introduce digital media should choose
high-quality programming and watch it
with their children to help them
understand what theyre seeing
For children ages 2 to 5 years limit
screen use to 1 hour per day of high-
quality programs Parents should co-
view media with children to help them
understand what they are seeing and
apply it to the world around them
For children ages 6 and older place
consistent limits on the time spent using
media and the types of media and
make sure media does not take the
place of adequate
sleep physical activity
and other behaviors
essential to health
Provided by
Exchange Every Day
wwwcciecomeed
Fun Winter Projects
Melted Snowman Materials
large empty water bottle
5 dry black beans
3 black or grey buttons
2 colorful larger buttons
orange sponge cut into the shape of a carrot
2 twigs
small piece of fabric cut in a rectangle
2 - 5 oz bottles of clear glue
Squirt the clear glue in empty water bottle Add warm water to almost fill the bottle replace the lid and then shake the glue and water together o combine
Add the other items into the bottle The twigs are for the arms the black beans for the mouth the fabric strip for the scarf the dark buttons for buttons the colorful larger buttons for the eyes and the carrot shaped sponge for the nose
Melted Snowman Slime white glue ndash 7625 fl oz bottle
liquid starch (appx 1 cup)
silver glitter
small round plastic containers
black and orange sharpie marker Mix glue and starch together until slime is formed (may need to add additional starch) Add glitter and squish together Color lids and store slime in containers This activity is great for those cold winter days when play outside is prohibited
School Readiness Much More Than Academic Skills
Itrsquos important for children to know their ABCs and numbers when they enter kindergarten but itrsquos as
equally important for them to know how to manage their feelings follow directions and work well with others
Developing childrenrsquos social and emotional intelligence gives them the skills they need to communicate with oth-
ers and manage a range of emotions By teaching young children early academic skills in combination with social
and emotional skills you can provide them with all of the tools they need to be successful learners and successful
adults
Characteristics of Social and Emotional Intelligence
As Pam Schiller discusses in her book Seven Skills for School Success emotional intelligence is
having the ability to understand and manage onersquos own feelings and emotions while social intel-
ligence is having the ability to understand and manage oneself in group situations Someone who
is emotionally intelligent can identify label express assess and manage their feelings delay
gratification control impulses manage stress and understand the difference between feelings
and actions Someone who is socially intelligent knows how to assess other peoplersquos feelings re-
late to others read and respond to social cues and negotiate and resolve conflicts
While that sounds like a lot to expect from four-year-olds (and some adults) it is possible for young children to
show high levels of social and emotional intelligence However social intelligence and emotional intelligence are
both dependent on the social and emotional interactions children experience which is why itrsquos important to pro-
mote positive social and emotional experiences in your classroom
Two Great Ways to Help Children Develop Social and Emotional Intelligence
1 Discuss andor Practice How Children Can React to Different Group Situations
How should children react when someone doesnrsquot wait their turn or someone is
being left out Discussing these daily dilemmas children are likely to encounter (or even acting out
the scenario) can help children learn how to assess otherrsquos feelings relate to others negotiate and
resolve conflicts and much more What Would You Do In a Jarreg has a variety of scenario
ideas you can discuss with children
2 Help Children Learn How to Manage Stress and Express Feelings with Worry Eatersreg
Worry Eatersreg give children a safe place to share their worries If children are worried or
anxious about something invite them to write or draw their worry on a piece of paper and
feed it to their favorite Worry Eater The Worry Eater will hold on to childrenrsquos worries so
they donrsquot have to This is a great way to build childrenrsquos self-esteem and resiliency skills
Worry Eaters come in different shapes and sizes
Visit wwwkaplancocom to learn more about social and emotional development and browse our selection of so-
cial and emotional materials You can also contact David McGee your local Kaplan representative at 317-709-
0290 or dmcgeekaplancocom for more information about materials that can help children have a successful
transition to kindergarten
Level 4
Wee Care Child Development Center Inc
Woodland Child Development Center
Premier Child Care amp Learning Centers
Kinder Care Learning Center
Pathways Two
Debbiersquos Lyttle Spitups
Lisarsquos Safe Haven Daycare
Lisarsquos Safe Haven II
Peoplersquos Day Care
Michellersquos World of Learning Daycare
Level 3
Hilltop Neighborhood House Inc
My School Child Care Center
Wonder Years Learning CentermdashMunster
Village Park Child Care Center Inc
Tradewinds Services Inc
Little Graudates Child Care Academy
T-N-T Daycare
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashWeller Ave
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashSR 39
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashDarlington
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashPlanett St
Wee Care 3
Wee Care 4
The Village KidsmdashGreen Street
The Village Kidsmdash7th Street
The Village Kidsmdash7th 12 Street
Little Rascalsmdash10th Street B
Bobbles Creative Learning Childcare
Busy Beersquos Childcare
Northlake Preschool Academy
Kids Choice Child Care
Mini Miracles
Level 3 Continued
Wiggles amp Giggles Academic Childcare
Grandma Lois TLC Daycare Inc
Honey Beersquos Child Care
A Motherrsquos Gentle Touch
Baby Boot Camp Corp
Christian Kiddie Kare
Toddlers Inn Childcare 3
Bright Future Academy
Level 2
Wonder Years Learning Center of Dyer
Motherrsquos Little Angels
Savannah Ridge Childcare
Tiny Teddyrsquos 2 Childcare Home
Beautiful Butterflies Spread Your Wings
Soniarsquos Special Touch Child Care
Children R Us
Kidz Discovery 1
Kidz Discovery 3
Kidz Discovery 4
Little Rascals - 10th Street
Congrats to the child care centers
registered ministries and homes
that have leveled or maintained
their Paths to QUALITY levels
Thanks for all your hard work for
the children or Northwest Indiana
STEM = LEARNING = FUN by Lourdes Chavez School Age Specialist
STEM stands for Science Technology Engineering and Math The Indiana Afterschool Specialty Standards is a guide for high quality programs serving youth in out-ofndash school time This special addition to the Indiana Afterschool Standards outlines best practices and recommendations specific to STEM programming for K-12 youth in out-of-school time programs In order to develop these specialty standards the Indiana Afterschool Network convened a taskforce of STEM experts in education business and youth development The taskforce researched standards and best practices throughout the nation and compiled these standards from many sources They found that Indiana is on the leading edge in developing STEM standards for out-of-school programs What is STEM Education The Department of Education defines STEM as ldquoan intentional multidisciplinary approach to teaching and learning in which students uncover and acquire a cohesive set of concepts competencies and dispositions of science technology engineering and mathematics that they transfer and apply in both academic and real world context in order to be globally competitive in the 21st Centuryrdquo STEM Education inspires student learning through hands- on experience-base activities that enrich and add value to their school experiences STEM also takes place beyond school day in school community organizations and cultural institutions such as libraries and museums Below is an activity which involves STEM The Science Cornstarch and water when mixed acts both like a solid and a liquid Cornstarch and water is a suspension mixture with a solid dispersed into a liquid When you press the mixture quickly the starch molecules close together This causes the water to get trapped between the starch chains and create a semi-rigid structure When you press slowly this starch chain ldquoblockrdquo doesnrsquot happen and the mixture flows like a liquid Because the viscosity of the mixture changes with force rather than heat the cornstarch mixture is known as a non-Newtonian fluid The Experiment Quick Sand Materials 1 box of corn starch Water A large bowl Food coloring Mix the corn starch and the water together at a ratio of about 10 parts starch to 1 part water Start the mixture by adding about frac12 of a cup of cornstarch to about 1 cup of water Play with the mixture until it reaches the consistency that you want httpwwwschoolingamonkeycomcornstarch-quicksand-science-experiment Interested in school age ndash out of school time support Contact Lourdes Chavez at 219-203-2388 or lourdeschavezgeminusorg
Save the Date
Indiana Associate for the Education of
Young Children
April 6mdash8
Indianapolis IN
PNWrsquos Center for Early Learning
11th Annual Early Childhood Conference
FULL STEAM AHEAD
Saturday April 22 2017
Early Learning Connections
Staff
Elizabeth Masseymdash Program Director
Jody BonomdashOn My Way PreK Project Manager
Stacey PagaacutenmdashProfessional Development
Coordinator
Nicole BrownmdashInfantToddlerPrenatal Specialist
Lourdes ChavezmdashSchool Age Specialist
Sarah SkurowmdashInclusion Specialist
Jennifer EnsignmdashPaths to QUALITY Master Coach
Courtney WaltersmdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Tilaya PortismdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Cherish EdwardsmdashPaths to QUALITY Advancement
Coach
String Cheese Snowmen
Materials
Cheesesticks
Black and Orange Sharpies
Ribbon
Black Construction Paper
Design according to photo
Have fun Let those little hands design their
snowman and enjoy their snacks
We are like a
SNOWFLAKE
All different in our own
beautiful way
-Unknown-
School Readiness for Infants and Toddlers
Infants and toddlers prepare for school just as preschool children do however their school readiness looks much different than that of a preschooler Infants enter the world filled with curiosity about everything around them The skills they acquire are learned from the interactions they have with adults Simple things like reading to them talking to them while you are changing their diapers or clothes and how you soothe them are all activities that help babies learn ldquoRemember If your baby is interested and involved in an activitymdashand having funmdashhe is learningrdquo (Zero to Three) Everything they do every day helps infants prepare for their future We do not need to place infants in classes in order for them to learn
Toddlers are always on the go soaking up all the information they can They are always learning discovering and exploring Toddlers begin forming words and then small sentences They assert their independence and really begin to love the word ldquonordquo This is the time that they want you to read Mortimer by Robert Munsch over and over and over (or any other of their favorite books) Read that book repeatedly let them play with their favorite toy once again this is how they are learning
Older toddlers really begin to express their independence From putting on their own clothes to transitioning to the My Little Pony panties or Paw Patrol underwear Their ability to think at a higher level begins to shine problem-solving skills are shown and they begin developing more self-control than when they were younger Their school readiness skills sometimes test our patience but in the end itrsquos all worth it as they continue growing learning and preparing for their first day of kindergarten
So model those skills let them play allow the socialization that is neededmdashthis is what our
youngest minds need to prepare them for school
Winter Books for Children
Check out the following books for your classroom or children
Snowmen at NightmdashCarolyn Buehner Winter is for SnowflakesmdashMichelle Knudsen
Winter TreesmdashCarol Gerber Red SledmdashLita Judge
The MittenmdashJan Brett SnowballsmdashLois Ehlert
If itrsquos Snowy and You Know ItmdashKim Norman
The Latest on Screen Time Recognizing the ubiquitous role of
media in childrenrsquos lives the American
Academy of Pediatrics has released new
policy recommendations and resources
to help families maintain a healthy
media diet The AAP recommends that
parents and caregivers develop a family
media plan that takes into account the
health education and entertainment
needs of each child as well as the whole
family Key recommendations
For children younger than 18 months
avoid use of screen media other than
video-chatting Parents of children 18 to
24 months of age who want to
introduce digital media should choose
high-quality programming and watch it
with their children to help them
understand what theyre seeing
For children ages 2 to 5 years limit
screen use to 1 hour per day of high-
quality programs Parents should co-
view media with children to help them
understand what they are seeing and
apply it to the world around them
For children ages 6 and older place
consistent limits on the time spent using
media and the types of media and
make sure media does not take the
place of adequate
sleep physical activity
and other behaviors
essential to health
Provided by
Exchange Every Day
wwwcciecomeed
Fun Winter Projects
Melted Snowman Materials
large empty water bottle
5 dry black beans
3 black or grey buttons
2 colorful larger buttons
orange sponge cut into the shape of a carrot
2 twigs
small piece of fabric cut in a rectangle
2 - 5 oz bottles of clear glue
Squirt the clear glue in empty water bottle Add warm water to almost fill the bottle replace the lid and then shake the glue and water together o combine
Add the other items into the bottle The twigs are for the arms the black beans for the mouth the fabric strip for the scarf the dark buttons for buttons the colorful larger buttons for the eyes and the carrot shaped sponge for the nose
Melted Snowman Slime white glue ndash 7625 fl oz bottle
liquid starch (appx 1 cup)
silver glitter
small round plastic containers
black and orange sharpie marker Mix glue and starch together until slime is formed (may need to add additional starch) Add glitter and squish together Color lids and store slime in containers This activity is great for those cold winter days when play outside is prohibited
School Readiness Much More Than Academic Skills
Itrsquos important for children to know their ABCs and numbers when they enter kindergarten but itrsquos as
equally important for them to know how to manage their feelings follow directions and work well with others
Developing childrenrsquos social and emotional intelligence gives them the skills they need to communicate with oth-
ers and manage a range of emotions By teaching young children early academic skills in combination with social
and emotional skills you can provide them with all of the tools they need to be successful learners and successful
adults
Characteristics of Social and Emotional Intelligence
As Pam Schiller discusses in her book Seven Skills for School Success emotional intelligence is
having the ability to understand and manage onersquos own feelings and emotions while social intel-
ligence is having the ability to understand and manage oneself in group situations Someone who
is emotionally intelligent can identify label express assess and manage their feelings delay
gratification control impulses manage stress and understand the difference between feelings
and actions Someone who is socially intelligent knows how to assess other peoplersquos feelings re-
late to others read and respond to social cues and negotiate and resolve conflicts
While that sounds like a lot to expect from four-year-olds (and some adults) it is possible for young children to
show high levels of social and emotional intelligence However social intelligence and emotional intelligence are
both dependent on the social and emotional interactions children experience which is why itrsquos important to pro-
mote positive social and emotional experiences in your classroom
Two Great Ways to Help Children Develop Social and Emotional Intelligence
1 Discuss andor Practice How Children Can React to Different Group Situations
How should children react when someone doesnrsquot wait their turn or someone is
being left out Discussing these daily dilemmas children are likely to encounter (or even acting out
the scenario) can help children learn how to assess otherrsquos feelings relate to others negotiate and
resolve conflicts and much more What Would You Do In a Jarreg has a variety of scenario
ideas you can discuss with children
2 Help Children Learn How to Manage Stress and Express Feelings with Worry Eatersreg
Worry Eatersreg give children a safe place to share their worries If children are worried or
anxious about something invite them to write or draw their worry on a piece of paper and
feed it to their favorite Worry Eater The Worry Eater will hold on to childrenrsquos worries so
they donrsquot have to This is a great way to build childrenrsquos self-esteem and resiliency skills
Worry Eaters come in different shapes and sizes
Visit wwwkaplancocom to learn more about social and emotional development and browse our selection of so-
cial and emotional materials You can also contact David McGee your local Kaplan representative at 317-709-
0290 or dmcgeekaplancocom for more information about materials that can help children have a successful
transition to kindergarten
Level 4
Wee Care Child Development Center Inc
Woodland Child Development Center
Premier Child Care amp Learning Centers
Kinder Care Learning Center
Pathways Two
Debbiersquos Lyttle Spitups
Lisarsquos Safe Haven Daycare
Lisarsquos Safe Haven II
Peoplersquos Day Care
Michellersquos World of Learning Daycare
Level 3
Hilltop Neighborhood House Inc
My School Child Care Center
Wonder Years Learning CentermdashMunster
Village Park Child Care Center Inc
Tradewinds Services Inc
Little Graudates Child Care Academy
T-N-T Daycare
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashWeller Ave
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashSR 39
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashDarlington
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashPlanett St
Wee Care 3
Wee Care 4
The Village KidsmdashGreen Street
The Village Kidsmdash7th Street
The Village Kidsmdash7th 12 Street
Little Rascalsmdash10th Street B
Bobbles Creative Learning Childcare
Busy Beersquos Childcare
Northlake Preschool Academy
Kids Choice Child Care
Mini Miracles
Level 3 Continued
Wiggles amp Giggles Academic Childcare
Grandma Lois TLC Daycare Inc
Honey Beersquos Child Care
A Motherrsquos Gentle Touch
Baby Boot Camp Corp
Christian Kiddie Kare
Toddlers Inn Childcare 3
Bright Future Academy
Level 2
Wonder Years Learning Center of Dyer
Motherrsquos Little Angels
Savannah Ridge Childcare
Tiny Teddyrsquos 2 Childcare Home
Beautiful Butterflies Spread Your Wings
Soniarsquos Special Touch Child Care
Children R Us
Kidz Discovery 1
Kidz Discovery 3
Kidz Discovery 4
Little Rascals - 10th Street
Congrats to the child care centers
registered ministries and homes
that have leveled or maintained
their Paths to QUALITY levels
Thanks for all your hard work for
the children or Northwest Indiana
STEM = LEARNING = FUN by Lourdes Chavez School Age Specialist
STEM stands for Science Technology Engineering and Math The Indiana Afterschool Specialty Standards is a guide for high quality programs serving youth in out-ofndash school time This special addition to the Indiana Afterschool Standards outlines best practices and recommendations specific to STEM programming for K-12 youth in out-of-school time programs In order to develop these specialty standards the Indiana Afterschool Network convened a taskforce of STEM experts in education business and youth development The taskforce researched standards and best practices throughout the nation and compiled these standards from many sources They found that Indiana is on the leading edge in developing STEM standards for out-of-school programs What is STEM Education The Department of Education defines STEM as ldquoan intentional multidisciplinary approach to teaching and learning in which students uncover and acquire a cohesive set of concepts competencies and dispositions of science technology engineering and mathematics that they transfer and apply in both academic and real world context in order to be globally competitive in the 21st Centuryrdquo STEM Education inspires student learning through hands- on experience-base activities that enrich and add value to their school experiences STEM also takes place beyond school day in school community organizations and cultural institutions such as libraries and museums Below is an activity which involves STEM The Science Cornstarch and water when mixed acts both like a solid and a liquid Cornstarch and water is a suspension mixture with a solid dispersed into a liquid When you press the mixture quickly the starch molecules close together This causes the water to get trapped between the starch chains and create a semi-rigid structure When you press slowly this starch chain ldquoblockrdquo doesnrsquot happen and the mixture flows like a liquid Because the viscosity of the mixture changes with force rather than heat the cornstarch mixture is known as a non-Newtonian fluid The Experiment Quick Sand Materials 1 box of corn starch Water A large bowl Food coloring Mix the corn starch and the water together at a ratio of about 10 parts starch to 1 part water Start the mixture by adding about frac12 of a cup of cornstarch to about 1 cup of water Play with the mixture until it reaches the consistency that you want httpwwwschoolingamonkeycomcornstarch-quicksand-science-experiment Interested in school age ndash out of school time support Contact Lourdes Chavez at 219-203-2388 or lourdeschavezgeminusorg
Save the Date
Indiana Associate for the Education of
Young Children
April 6mdash8
Indianapolis IN
PNWrsquos Center for Early Learning
11th Annual Early Childhood Conference
FULL STEAM AHEAD
Saturday April 22 2017
Early Learning Connections
Staff
Elizabeth Masseymdash Program Director
Jody BonomdashOn My Way PreK Project Manager
Stacey PagaacutenmdashProfessional Development
Coordinator
Nicole BrownmdashInfantToddlerPrenatal Specialist
Lourdes ChavezmdashSchool Age Specialist
Sarah SkurowmdashInclusion Specialist
Jennifer EnsignmdashPaths to QUALITY Master Coach
Courtney WaltersmdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Tilaya PortismdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Cherish EdwardsmdashPaths to QUALITY Advancement
Coach
String Cheese Snowmen
Materials
Cheesesticks
Black and Orange Sharpies
Ribbon
Black Construction Paper
Design according to photo
Have fun Let those little hands design their
snowman and enjoy their snacks
We are like a
SNOWFLAKE
All different in our own
beautiful way
-Unknown-
The Latest on Screen Time Recognizing the ubiquitous role of
media in childrenrsquos lives the American
Academy of Pediatrics has released new
policy recommendations and resources
to help families maintain a healthy
media diet The AAP recommends that
parents and caregivers develop a family
media plan that takes into account the
health education and entertainment
needs of each child as well as the whole
family Key recommendations
For children younger than 18 months
avoid use of screen media other than
video-chatting Parents of children 18 to
24 months of age who want to
introduce digital media should choose
high-quality programming and watch it
with their children to help them
understand what theyre seeing
For children ages 2 to 5 years limit
screen use to 1 hour per day of high-
quality programs Parents should co-
view media with children to help them
understand what they are seeing and
apply it to the world around them
For children ages 6 and older place
consistent limits on the time spent using
media and the types of media and
make sure media does not take the
place of adequate
sleep physical activity
and other behaviors
essential to health
Provided by
Exchange Every Day
wwwcciecomeed
Fun Winter Projects
Melted Snowman Materials
large empty water bottle
5 dry black beans
3 black or grey buttons
2 colorful larger buttons
orange sponge cut into the shape of a carrot
2 twigs
small piece of fabric cut in a rectangle
2 - 5 oz bottles of clear glue
Squirt the clear glue in empty water bottle Add warm water to almost fill the bottle replace the lid and then shake the glue and water together o combine
Add the other items into the bottle The twigs are for the arms the black beans for the mouth the fabric strip for the scarf the dark buttons for buttons the colorful larger buttons for the eyes and the carrot shaped sponge for the nose
Melted Snowman Slime white glue ndash 7625 fl oz bottle
liquid starch (appx 1 cup)
silver glitter
small round plastic containers
black and orange sharpie marker Mix glue and starch together until slime is formed (may need to add additional starch) Add glitter and squish together Color lids and store slime in containers This activity is great for those cold winter days when play outside is prohibited
School Readiness Much More Than Academic Skills
Itrsquos important for children to know their ABCs and numbers when they enter kindergarten but itrsquos as
equally important for them to know how to manage their feelings follow directions and work well with others
Developing childrenrsquos social and emotional intelligence gives them the skills they need to communicate with oth-
ers and manage a range of emotions By teaching young children early academic skills in combination with social
and emotional skills you can provide them with all of the tools they need to be successful learners and successful
adults
Characteristics of Social and Emotional Intelligence
As Pam Schiller discusses in her book Seven Skills for School Success emotional intelligence is
having the ability to understand and manage onersquos own feelings and emotions while social intel-
ligence is having the ability to understand and manage oneself in group situations Someone who
is emotionally intelligent can identify label express assess and manage their feelings delay
gratification control impulses manage stress and understand the difference between feelings
and actions Someone who is socially intelligent knows how to assess other peoplersquos feelings re-
late to others read and respond to social cues and negotiate and resolve conflicts
While that sounds like a lot to expect from four-year-olds (and some adults) it is possible for young children to
show high levels of social and emotional intelligence However social intelligence and emotional intelligence are
both dependent on the social and emotional interactions children experience which is why itrsquos important to pro-
mote positive social and emotional experiences in your classroom
Two Great Ways to Help Children Develop Social and Emotional Intelligence
1 Discuss andor Practice How Children Can React to Different Group Situations
How should children react when someone doesnrsquot wait their turn or someone is
being left out Discussing these daily dilemmas children are likely to encounter (or even acting out
the scenario) can help children learn how to assess otherrsquos feelings relate to others negotiate and
resolve conflicts and much more What Would You Do In a Jarreg has a variety of scenario
ideas you can discuss with children
2 Help Children Learn How to Manage Stress and Express Feelings with Worry Eatersreg
Worry Eatersreg give children a safe place to share their worries If children are worried or
anxious about something invite them to write or draw their worry on a piece of paper and
feed it to their favorite Worry Eater The Worry Eater will hold on to childrenrsquos worries so
they donrsquot have to This is a great way to build childrenrsquos self-esteem and resiliency skills
Worry Eaters come in different shapes and sizes
Visit wwwkaplancocom to learn more about social and emotional development and browse our selection of so-
cial and emotional materials You can also contact David McGee your local Kaplan representative at 317-709-
0290 or dmcgeekaplancocom for more information about materials that can help children have a successful
transition to kindergarten
Level 4
Wee Care Child Development Center Inc
Woodland Child Development Center
Premier Child Care amp Learning Centers
Kinder Care Learning Center
Pathways Two
Debbiersquos Lyttle Spitups
Lisarsquos Safe Haven Daycare
Lisarsquos Safe Haven II
Peoplersquos Day Care
Michellersquos World of Learning Daycare
Level 3
Hilltop Neighborhood House Inc
My School Child Care Center
Wonder Years Learning CentermdashMunster
Village Park Child Care Center Inc
Tradewinds Services Inc
Little Graudates Child Care Academy
T-N-T Daycare
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashWeller Ave
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashSR 39
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashDarlington
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashPlanett St
Wee Care 3
Wee Care 4
The Village KidsmdashGreen Street
The Village Kidsmdash7th Street
The Village Kidsmdash7th 12 Street
Little Rascalsmdash10th Street B
Bobbles Creative Learning Childcare
Busy Beersquos Childcare
Northlake Preschool Academy
Kids Choice Child Care
Mini Miracles
Level 3 Continued
Wiggles amp Giggles Academic Childcare
Grandma Lois TLC Daycare Inc
Honey Beersquos Child Care
A Motherrsquos Gentle Touch
Baby Boot Camp Corp
Christian Kiddie Kare
Toddlers Inn Childcare 3
Bright Future Academy
Level 2
Wonder Years Learning Center of Dyer
Motherrsquos Little Angels
Savannah Ridge Childcare
Tiny Teddyrsquos 2 Childcare Home
Beautiful Butterflies Spread Your Wings
Soniarsquos Special Touch Child Care
Children R Us
Kidz Discovery 1
Kidz Discovery 3
Kidz Discovery 4
Little Rascals - 10th Street
Congrats to the child care centers
registered ministries and homes
that have leveled or maintained
their Paths to QUALITY levels
Thanks for all your hard work for
the children or Northwest Indiana
STEM = LEARNING = FUN by Lourdes Chavez School Age Specialist
STEM stands for Science Technology Engineering and Math The Indiana Afterschool Specialty Standards is a guide for high quality programs serving youth in out-ofndash school time This special addition to the Indiana Afterschool Standards outlines best practices and recommendations specific to STEM programming for K-12 youth in out-of-school time programs In order to develop these specialty standards the Indiana Afterschool Network convened a taskforce of STEM experts in education business and youth development The taskforce researched standards and best practices throughout the nation and compiled these standards from many sources They found that Indiana is on the leading edge in developing STEM standards for out-of-school programs What is STEM Education The Department of Education defines STEM as ldquoan intentional multidisciplinary approach to teaching and learning in which students uncover and acquire a cohesive set of concepts competencies and dispositions of science technology engineering and mathematics that they transfer and apply in both academic and real world context in order to be globally competitive in the 21st Centuryrdquo STEM Education inspires student learning through hands- on experience-base activities that enrich and add value to their school experiences STEM also takes place beyond school day in school community organizations and cultural institutions such as libraries and museums Below is an activity which involves STEM The Science Cornstarch and water when mixed acts both like a solid and a liquid Cornstarch and water is a suspension mixture with a solid dispersed into a liquid When you press the mixture quickly the starch molecules close together This causes the water to get trapped between the starch chains and create a semi-rigid structure When you press slowly this starch chain ldquoblockrdquo doesnrsquot happen and the mixture flows like a liquid Because the viscosity of the mixture changes with force rather than heat the cornstarch mixture is known as a non-Newtonian fluid The Experiment Quick Sand Materials 1 box of corn starch Water A large bowl Food coloring Mix the corn starch and the water together at a ratio of about 10 parts starch to 1 part water Start the mixture by adding about frac12 of a cup of cornstarch to about 1 cup of water Play with the mixture until it reaches the consistency that you want httpwwwschoolingamonkeycomcornstarch-quicksand-science-experiment Interested in school age ndash out of school time support Contact Lourdes Chavez at 219-203-2388 or lourdeschavezgeminusorg
Save the Date
Indiana Associate for the Education of
Young Children
April 6mdash8
Indianapolis IN
PNWrsquos Center for Early Learning
11th Annual Early Childhood Conference
FULL STEAM AHEAD
Saturday April 22 2017
Early Learning Connections
Staff
Elizabeth Masseymdash Program Director
Jody BonomdashOn My Way PreK Project Manager
Stacey PagaacutenmdashProfessional Development
Coordinator
Nicole BrownmdashInfantToddlerPrenatal Specialist
Lourdes ChavezmdashSchool Age Specialist
Sarah SkurowmdashInclusion Specialist
Jennifer EnsignmdashPaths to QUALITY Master Coach
Courtney WaltersmdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Tilaya PortismdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Cherish EdwardsmdashPaths to QUALITY Advancement
Coach
String Cheese Snowmen
Materials
Cheesesticks
Black and Orange Sharpies
Ribbon
Black Construction Paper
Design according to photo
Have fun Let those little hands design their
snowman and enjoy their snacks
We are like a
SNOWFLAKE
All different in our own
beautiful way
-Unknown-
School Readiness Much More Than Academic Skills
Itrsquos important for children to know their ABCs and numbers when they enter kindergarten but itrsquos as
equally important for them to know how to manage their feelings follow directions and work well with others
Developing childrenrsquos social and emotional intelligence gives them the skills they need to communicate with oth-
ers and manage a range of emotions By teaching young children early academic skills in combination with social
and emotional skills you can provide them with all of the tools they need to be successful learners and successful
adults
Characteristics of Social and Emotional Intelligence
As Pam Schiller discusses in her book Seven Skills for School Success emotional intelligence is
having the ability to understand and manage onersquos own feelings and emotions while social intel-
ligence is having the ability to understand and manage oneself in group situations Someone who
is emotionally intelligent can identify label express assess and manage their feelings delay
gratification control impulses manage stress and understand the difference between feelings
and actions Someone who is socially intelligent knows how to assess other peoplersquos feelings re-
late to others read and respond to social cues and negotiate and resolve conflicts
While that sounds like a lot to expect from four-year-olds (and some adults) it is possible for young children to
show high levels of social and emotional intelligence However social intelligence and emotional intelligence are
both dependent on the social and emotional interactions children experience which is why itrsquos important to pro-
mote positive social and emotional experiences in your classroom
Two Great Ways to Help Children Develop Social and Emotional Intelligence
1 Discuss andor Practice How Children Can React to Different Group Situations
How should children react when someone doesnrsquot wait their turn or someone is
being left out Discussing these daily dilemmas children are likely to encounter (or even acting out
the scenario) can help children learn how to assess otherrsquos feelings relate to others negotiate and
resolve conflicts and much more What Would You Do In a Jarreg has a variety of scenario
ideas you can discuss with children
2 Help Children Learn How to Manage Stress and Express Feelings with Worry Eatersreg
Worry Eatersreg give children a safe place to share their worries If children are worried or
anxious about something invite them to write or draw their worry on a piece of paper and
feed it to their favorite Worry Eater The Worry Eater will hold on to childrenrsquos worries so
they donrsquot have to This is a great way to build childrenrsquos self-esteem and resiliency skills
Worry Eaters come in different shapes and sizes
Visit wwwkaplancocom to learn more about social and emotional development and browse our selection of so-
cial and emotional materials You can also contact David McGee your local Kaplan representative at 317-709-
0290 or dmcgeekaplancocom for more information about materials that can help children have a successful
transition to kindergarten
Level 4
Wee Care Child Development Center Inc
Woodland Child Development Center
Premier Child Care amp Learning Centers
Kinder Care Learning Center
Pathways Two
Debbiersquos Lyttle Spitups
Lisarsquos Safe Haven Daycare
Lisarsquos Safe Haven II
Peoplersquos Day Care
Michellersquos World of Learning Daycare
Level 3
Hilltop Neighborhood House Inc
My School Child Care Center
Wonder Years Learning CentermdashMunster
Village Park Child Care Center Inc
Tradewinds Services Inc
Little Graudates Child Care Academy
T-N-T Daycare
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashWeller Ave
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashSR 39
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashDarlington
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashPlanett St
Wee Care 3
Wee Care 4
The Village KidsmdashGreen Street
The Village Kidsmdash7th Street
The Village Kidsmdash7th 12 Street
Little Rascalsmdash10th Street B
Bobbles Creative Learning Childcare
Busy Beersquos Childcare
Northlake Preschool Academy
Kids Choice Child Care
Mini Miracles
Level 3 Continued
Wiggles amp Giggles Academic Childcare
Grandma Lois TLC Daycare Inc
Honey Beersquos Child Care
A Motherrsquos Gentle Touch
Baby Boot Camp Corp
Christian Kiddie Kare
Toddlers Inn Childcare 3
Bright Future Academy
Level 2
Wonder Years Learning Center of Dyer
Motherrsquos Little Angels
Savannah Ridge Childcare
Tiny Teddyrsquos 2 Childcare Home
Beautiful Butterflies Spread Your Wings
Soniarsquos Special Touch Child Care
Children R Us
Kidz Discovery 1
Kidz Discovery 3
Kidz Discovery 4
Little Rascals - 10th Street
Congrats to the child care centers
registered ministries and homes
that have leveled or maintained
their Paths to QUALITY levels
Thanks for all your hard work for
the children or Northwest Indiana
STEM = LEARNING = FUN by Lourdes Chavez School Age Specialist
STEM stands for Science Technology Engineering and Math The Indiana Afterschool Specialty Standards is a guide for high quality programs serving youth in out-ofndash school time This special addition to the Indiana Afterschool Standards outlines best practices and recommendations specific to STEM programming for K-12 youth in out-of-school time programs In order to develop these specialty standards the Indiana Afterschool Network convened a taskforce of STEM experts in education business and youth development The taskforce researched standards and best practices throughout the nation and compiled these standards from many sources They found that Indiana is on the leading edge in developing STEM standards for out-of-school programs What is STEM Education The Department of Education defines STEM as ldquoan intentional multidisciplinary approach to teaching and learning in which students uncover and acquire a cohesive set of concepts competencies and dispositions of science technology engineering and mathematics that they transfer and apply in both academic and real world context in order to be globally competitive in the 21st Centuryrdquo STEM Education inspires student learning through hands- on experience-base activities that enrich and add value to their school experiences STEM also takes place beyond school day in school community organizations and cultural institutions such as libraries and museums Below is an activity which involves STEM The Science Cornstarch and water when mixed acts both like a solid and a liquid Cornstarch and water is a suspension mixture with a solid dispersed into a liquid When you press the mixture quickly the starch molecules close together This causes the water to get trapped between the starch chains and create a semi-rigid structure When you press slowly this starch chain ldquoblockrdquo doesnrsquot happen and the mixture flows like a liquid Because the viscosity of the mixture changes with force rather than heat the cornstarch mixture is known as a non-Newtonian fluid The Experiment Quick Sand Materials 1 box of corn starch Water A large bowl Food coloring Mix the corn starch and the water together at a ratio of about 10 parts starch to 1 part water Start the mixture by adding about frac12 of a cup of cornstarch to about 1 cup of water Play with the mixture until it reaches the consistency that you want httpwwwschoolingamonkeycomcornstarch-quicksand-science-experiment Interested in school age ndash out of school time support Contact Lourdes Chavez at 219-203-2388 or lourdeschavezgeminusorg
Save the Date
Indiana Associate for the Education of
Young Children
April 6mdash8
Indianapolis IN
PNWrsquos Center for Early Learning
11th Annual Early Childhood Conference
FULL STEAM AHEAD
Saturday April 22 2017
Early Learning Connections
Staff
Elizabeth Masseymdash Program Director
Jody BonomdashOn My Way PreK Project Manager
Stacey PagaacutenmdashProfessional Development
Coordinator
Nicole BrownmdashInfantToddlerPrenatal Specialist
Lourdes ChavezmdashSchool Age Specialist
Sarah SkurowmdashInclusion Specialist
Jennifer EnsignmdashPaths to QUALITY Master Coach
Courtney WaltersmdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Tilaya PortismdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Cherish EdwardsmdashPaths to QUALITY Advancement
Coach
String Cheese Snowmen
Materials
Cheesesticks
Black and Orange Sharpies
Ribbon
Black Construction Paper
Design according to photo
Have fun Let those little hands design their
snowman and enjoy their snacks
We are like a
SNOWFLAKE
All different in our own
beautiful way
-Unknown-
Level 4
Wee Care Child Development Center Inc
Woodland Child Development Center
Premier Child Care amp Learning Centers
Kinder Care Learning Center
Pathways Two
Debbiersquos Lyttle Spitups
Lisarsquos Safe Haven Daycare
Lisarsquos Safe Haven II
Peoplersquos Day Care
Michellersquos World of Learning Daycare
Level 3
Hilltop Neighborhood House Inc
My School Child Care Center
Wonder Years Learning CentermdashMunster
Village Park Child Care Center Inc
Tradewinds Services Inc
Little Graudates Child Care Academy
T-N-T Daycare
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashWeller Ave
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashSR 39
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashDarlington
Toddle Tykes Daycare LLCmdashPlanett St
Wee Care 3
Wee Care 4
The Village KidsmdashGreen Street
The Village Kidsmdash7th Street
The Village Kidsmdash7th 12 Street
Little Rascalsmdash10th Street B
Bobbles Creative Learning Childcare
Busy Beersquos Childcare
Northlake Preschool Academy
Kids Choice Child Care
Mini Miracles
Level 3 Continued
Wiggles amp Giggles Academic Childcare
Grandma Lois TLC Daycare Inc
Honey Beersquos Child Care
A Motherrsquos Gentle Touch
Baby Boot Camp Corp
Christian Kiddie Kare
Toddlers Inn Childcare 3
Bright Future Academy
Level 2
Wonder Years Learning Center of Dyer
Motherrsquos Little Angels
Savannah Ridge Childcare
Tiny Teddyrsquos 2 Childcare Home
Beautiful Butterflies Spread Your Wings
Soniarsquos Special Touch Child Care
Children R Us
Kidz Discovery 1
Kidz Discovery 3
Kidz Discovery 4
Little Rascals - 10th Street
Congrats to the child care centers
registered ministries and homes
that have leveled or maintained
their Paths to QUALITY levels
Thanks for all your hard work for
the children or Northwest Indiana
STEM = LEARNING = FUN by Lourdes Chavez School Age Specialist
STEM stands for Science Technology Engineering and Math The Indiana Afterschool Specialty Standards is a guide for high quality programs serving youth in out-ofndash school time This special addition to the Indiana Afterschool Standards outlines best practices and recommendations specific to STEM programming for K-12 youth in out-of-school time programs In order to develop these specialty standards the Indiana Afterschool Network convened a taskforce of STEM experts in education business and youth development The taskforce researched standards and best practices throughout the nation and compiled these standards from many sources They found that Indiana is on the leading edge in developing STEM standards for out-of-school programs What is STEM Education The Department of Education defines STEM as ldquoan intentional multidisciplinary approach to teaching and learning in which students uncover and acquire a cohesive set of concepts competencies and dispositions of science technology engineering and mathematics that they transfer and apply in both academic and real world context in order to be globally competitive in the 21st Centuryrdquo STEM Education inspires student learning through hands- on experience-base activities that enrich and add value to their school experiences STEM also takes place beyond school day in school community organizations and cultural institutions such as libraries and museums Below is an activity which involves STEM The Science Cornstarch and water when mixed acts both like a solid and a liquid Cornstarch and water is a suspension mixture with a solid dispersed into a liquid When you press the mixture quickly the starch molecules close together This causes the water to get trapped between the starch chains and create a semi-rigid structure When you press slowly this starch chain ldquoblockrdquo doesnrsquot happen and the mixture flows like a liquid Because the viscosity of the mixture changes with force rather than heat the cornstarch mixture is known as a non-Newtonian fluid The Experiment Quick Sand Materials 1 box of corn starch Water A large bowl Food coloring Mix the corn starch and the water together at a ratio of about 10 parts starch to 1 part water Start the mixture by adding about frac12 of a cup of cornstarch to about 1 cup of water Play with the mixture until it reaches the consistency that you want httpwwwschoolingamonkeycomcornstarch-quicksand-science-experiment Interested in school age ndash out of school time support Contact Lourdes Chavez at 219-203-2388 or lourdeschavezgeminusorg
Save the Date
Indiana Associate for the Education of
Young Children
April 6mdash8
Indianapolis IN
PNWrsquos Center for Early Learning
11th Annual Early Childhood Conference
FULL STEAM AHEAD
Saturday April 22 2017
Early Learning Connections
Staff
Elizabeth Masseymdash Program Director
Jody BonomdashOn My Way PreK Project Manager
Stacey PagaacutenmdashProfessional Development
Coordinator
Nicole BrownmdashInfantToddlerPrenatal Specialist
Lourdes ChavezmdashSchool Age Specialist
Sarah SkurowmdashInclusion Specialist
Jennifer EnsignmdashPaths to QUALITY Master Coach
Courtney WaltersmdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Tilaya PortismdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Cherish EdwardsmdashPaths to QUALITY Advancement
Coach
String Cheese Snowmen
Materials
Cheesesticks
Black and Orange Sharpies
Ribbon
Black Construction Paper
Design according to photo
Have fun Let those little hands design their
snowman and enjoy their snacks
We are like a
SNOWFLAKE
All different in our own
beautiful way
-Unknown-
STEM = LEARNING = FUN by Lourdes Chavez School Age Specialist
STEM stands for Science Technology Engineering and Math The Indiana Afterschool Specialty Standards is a guide for high quality programs serving youth in out-ofndash school time This special addition to the Indiana Afterschool Standards outlines best practices and recommendations specific to STEM programming for K-12 youth in out-of-school time programs In order to develop these specialty standards the Indiana Afterschool Network convened a taskforce of STEM experts in education business and youth development The taskforce researched standards and best practices throughout the nation and compiled these standards from many sources They found that Indiana is on the leading edge in developing STEM standards for out-of-school programs What is STEM Education The Department of Education defines STEM as ldquoan intentional multidisciplinary approach to teaching and learning in which students uncover and acquire a cohesive set of concepts competencies and dispositions of science technology engineering and mathematics that they transfer and apply in both academic and real world context in order to be globally competitive in the 21st Centuryrdquo STEM Education inspires student learning through hands- on experience-base activities that enrich and add value to their school experiences STEM also takes place beyond school day in school community organizations and cultural institutions such as libraries and museums Below is an activity which involves STEM The Science Cornstarch and water when mixed acts both like a solid and a liquid Cornstarch and water is a suspension mixture with a solid dispersed into a liquid When you press the mixture quickly the starch molecules close together This causes the water to get trapped between the starch chains and create a semi-rigid structure When you press slowly this starch chain ldquoblockrdquo doesnrsquot happen and the mixture flows like a liquid Because the viscosity of the mixture changes with force rather than heat the cornstarch mixture is known as a non-Newtonian fluid The Experiment Quick Sand Materials 1 box of corn starch Water A large bowl Food coloring Mix the corn starch and the water together at a ratio of about 10 parts starch to 1 part water Start the mixture by adding about frac12 of a cup of cornstarch to about 1 cup of water Play with the mixture until it reaches the consistency that you want httpwwwschoolingamonkeycomcornstarch-quicksand-science-experiment Interested in school age ndash out of school time support Contact Lourdes Chavez at 219-203-2388 or lourdeschavezgeminusorg
Save the Date
Indiana Associate for the Education of
Young Children
April 6mdash8
Indianapolis IN
PNWrsquos Center for Early Learning
11th Annual Early Childhood Conference
FULL STEAM AHEAD
Saturday April 22 2017
Early Learning Connections
Staff
Elizabeth Masseymdash Program Director
Jody BonomdashOn My Way PreK Project Manager
Stacey PagaacutenmdashProfessional Development
Coordinator
Nicole BrownmdashInfantToddlerPrenatal Specialist
Lourdes ChavezmdashSchool Age Specialist
Sarah SkurowmdashInclusion Specialist
Jennifer EnsignmdashPaths to QUALITY Master Coach
Courtney WaltersmdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Tilaya PortismdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Cherish EdwardsmdashPaths to QUALITY Advancement
Coach
String Cheese Snowmen
Materials
Cheesesticks
Black and Orange Sharpies
Ribbon
Black Construction Paper
Design according to photo
Have fun Let those little hands design their
snowman and enjoy their snacks
We are like a
SNOWFLAKE
All different in our own
beautiful way
-Unknown-
Save the Date
Indiana Associate for the Education of
Young Children
April 6mdash8
Indianapolis IN
PNWrsquos Center for Early Learning
11th Annual Early Childhood Conference
FULL STEAM AHEAD
Saturday April 22 2017
Early Learning Connections
Staff
Elizabeth Masseymdash Program Director
Jody BonomdashOn My Way PreK Project Manager
Stacey PagaacutenmdashProfessional Development
Coordinator
Nicole BrownmdashInfantToddlerPrenatal Specialist
Lourdes ChavezmdashSchool Age Specialist
Sarah SkurowmdashInclusion Specialist
Jennifer EnsignmdashPaths to QUALITY Master Coach
Courtney WaltersmdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Tilaya PortismdashPaths to QUALITY Coach
Cherish EdwardsmdashPaths to QUALITY Advancement
Coach
String Cheese Snowmen
Materials
Cheesesticks
Black and Orange Sharpies
Ribbon
Black Construction Paper
Design according to photo
Have fun Let those little hands design their
snowman and enjoy their snacks
We are like a
SNOWFLAKE
All different in our own
beautiful way
-Unknown-