Week #5 - The Seasons (Fall)

This week is all about the seasons - specifically the fall. The high school students (big buddies) have been busy getting the crafts and games prepared and have many exciting activities planned. The little buddies will be learning about the fall, winter, summer and spring. The fall is a wonderful time for family activities outdoors. There are many farms and parks to visit.

Week #4 - Old MacDonald's Farm

IMPORTANT - this week, playschool will run on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.

"Old MacDonald had a farm E-I-E-I-O". This week the "big friends" have planned many fun games and crafts - many of which focus on the "little buddies" fine motor skills and creativity. We will be focusing on farm animals such as the cow and pig, as well as the farmer and his roles and responsibilities on the farm. We hope the children enjoy this week.

Week #3 - I Am Thankful For...

Thanksgiving is fast approaching. This week we are learning all about Thanksgiving. Some of the themes we are covering are: family, food and the turkey. The "big friends" (high school students) have some beautiful games and crafts ready for the children. We hope they enjoy them.

If your family is looking for activities on Thanksgiving weekend please check out the Turkey Hunt at the Erin Meadows branch library.

Week #2 - Come Along and Count with Me

This week our little buddies will begin using their number and letter scrapbooks - which will be used throughout session 1 and 2. They will be learning about numeracy and literacy. We have many fun activities planned for our little buddies. Through the use of a story Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3 the children will be learning their numbers 1-10. Our big buddies have developed many fun games and crafts our buddies. We hope they have fun!

Welcome - Week #1

Welcome "little friends" and parents. The playschool staff and students have been very busy getting ready for our 2010 school year. We have many fun activities planned. This week, the little friends will be learning all about school.

Please note that this week playschool will run Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

We are looking forward to meeting everyone. If you have any questions or concerns, please speak to Ms. Whitford or Mrs. Short.

**Parking**

Dear Parents,

Please be advised that parking in the staff and/or daycare parking spots may result in a ticket and/or your car may be towed. Please park in the parking lot to the west of the school. If you need further clarification, please ask.

Ms. Whitford & Mrs. Short

****Fall Registration****

Playful Pals is now accepting registration for the fall. The fall session begins on Sept. 20 and runs through until Dec. 15. If you are interested in hearing more about our program please feel free to call us at (905) 858-5910 ext. 162, OR drop in after Sept. 7, between 8:30 - 2:30.

Thank-you,
Playschool Staff