Dear Families,

Where did the year go? We hope you all had a fantastic and filling Thanksgiving holiday! Thank you to all the families that participated in the Fall Feast; there was yummy food abound.

Please check out the December calendar as there are many fun activities happening this month.

During this Holiday season, no matter what holiday you celebrate, remember not to let the hustle and bustle get you down. Take time to enjoy some peace at home, watch classic holiday movies with your children (I recommend the original Miracle on 34th Street), and bake some holiday sweets to share with others.

May you all have a glorious and tranquil holiday.

Peace and harmony,

Christy, Tina, and Jamie

Christmas Boutique

Come by on 12/19 with your children while dining with Santa so they can shop for gifts for their family and friends. There will be a wide selection of items for everyone on their list! This is a great opportunity for children to learn that it is fun to give to others!

Spirit Days

12/4- Flannel Shirt Day

12/12- Holiday Hat Day

12/21- Ugly Sweater Contest

12/27- Holiday Sock Day

Important Days

12/7- Parent’s Night Out, 6-10 p.m.

12/19- Dining With Santa, 5:30-7

12/19- Christmas Boutique 5:30-700

Dining with Santa

When: 12/19

Time: 5:30-7:00 p.m.

What: Come join us for a scrumptious  spaghetti dinner, pictures with Santa, hot cocoa, and holiday cheer.

Cost: A new pair of pajamas for our pajama drive!

Reminder!

We will be closed the following days for the holidays:

12/24, 12/25, and 12/31

Have a safe and fulfilling holiday

Tina’s Book Corner

December is a great month to teach about the joy of giving to others. Picture books are a great vehicle leading to authentic learning. The following books are recommended as they send the message in a poignant and kind manner.

-The Giving Tree

By Shel Silverstein

-The Legend of the Poinsettia

By Tomie dePaola

–Strega Nona’s Harvest

By Tomie dePaola

–It’s Mine

By Leo Lionni

-The Man in the Clouds

By Koos Meinderts

–Under the Lemon Moon

By Edith Hope

–What is Given From the Heart

By Patricia C. McKissack

–The Berenstain Bears Think of Those in Need

National Flashlight Day

December 21st is officially National Flashlight Day. It’s no coincidence that this is also the Winter Solstice, the shortest period with daylight and the longest night of the year. So celebrating Flashlight Day is the “light” idea . Here is a list of fun games to play at home when it gets dark. Let the games begin!

-Flashlight Tag/Hide and Go Seek, in the dark!

-Catch the Light: flash the light all around, then stop and have your kids stomp or touch on the light!

-Letter Spotlight: using foam letters shine the light on the letter and the wall (the letters will appear) and have the children guess the letter.

-Flashlight Limbo

-Scavenger Hunt: use your imagination, the possibilities are endless!

Holiday Pajama Drive/Isabella’s Gift

Discovery Isle is proudly collecting new children’s pajamas  for Isabella’s Pajama Drive for Rady’s Children’s Hospital.

Look for boxes in your child’s classrooms and in the lobby to donate new jammies, robes, or slippers for children ages 1-17 battling cancer.

This is a wonderful way to teach the spirit of giving to others in need.

5 Holiday Traditions to Start with Your Family

December, 2018   |   Topics: Citizens of the World

Family traditions are a staple for the holiday season. Your family might light a menorah for Hanukkah, decorate a Christmas tree, or participate in some other meaningful activity each year during the holidays. These traditions provide comfort and security, reinforce family values, and leave lasting memories. If you’re looking to[.....]
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