Focus: World War 2
Discovery: We learned about submarines and the part they played in the war including the German U boats. We talked about which countries were involved and the sides they were on. The children enjoyed seeing how a submarine floats and sinks using a carrot and baking powder. They also colored a picture of a submarine.
Literature: We read The Journey That Saved Curious George, The True Wartime Escape Of Margaret And H.A. Rey by Louise Borden
The story was of a Jewsish couple that escaped the German army as they flee with their children's book manuscripts, which later becomes the Curious George books. Their dangerous journey included bicycles ( even trying a tandem bike) and trains eventually landing them safely in New York.
We took a gentle approach with the explanation of Hitler and the Nazi army.
We also discussed what it means to be a refugee during wartime.
Music: The children practiced rhythm cards using instruments and also worked on their presentation song for next week.
Project: We made submarines using paper tubes, straws and Easter eggs.
Questions to ask:What were the German submarines called? A. U boats
What is a refugee? A. A person trying to escape war
