Today in class the
children presented their pictures and illustrations demonstrating emotions
during our snack time. It was wonderful to see how much thought went into each
selection! During this time we also practiced projecting our voices so
they could be heard across the room.
Next, we read The
True Story of Christmas by Nell Navillus featuring beautiful illustrations
by Allan Eitzen. We used this as a springboard to introduce two Christmas songs
based on Jeremiah 29:13 & Matthew 2:2. The children were given handouts of
the words to these songs to practice at home. Towards the end of class, the
kids did a beautiful rendition of the Jeremiah piece and learned it so well we
were able to practice it in a round with the boys and girls singing separate
parts! Next week we will learn our final piece for the presentation based
on John 20:31. I hope to send home CDs with these songs so the kids can
listen & practice over Thanksgiving.
