This week, the Quarter Notes have been busy exploring under the sea, releasing ladybugs into nature, learning about the violin and exploring our amazing sports program outside! One of our first under the sea creatures we learned about was the dolphin, which is classified as Cetacea. They are extremely intelligent and curious creatures. Our class enjoyed mixing black and white paint to formulate the beautiful gray shades of the dolphin

                                                      

                                                     

We also made our very own octopi! We learned that an octopus has eight legs and that "oct" means eight. The Quarter Notes enjoyed painting, observing other paintings, and then talking with their classmates about their under the sea creatures! Our class also read the books, The Rainbow Fish and The Whale by Marcus Pfister and Under The Sea  by Anna Milbourne and Cathy Shimmen.

                                                      

                                                     

                                                     

                                                     

                                                     

The Quarter Notes were visited by two additional guests to our classroom: painted lady larvae and ladybugs! The ladybug has such beautiful distinctive spots that each student was fascinated when they held them and witnessed their living environment. Surprisingly, there are four hundred different types of ladybugs in North America, and their distinctive spots and beautiful colors make them unappealing to predators.

                                                     

                                                     

                                                      

In music this week, Miss Lisa went over the proper stance for playing the violin. She also had us continue with identifying instruments. This week one of our children recognized the bassoon. It was a fun and also a very educational class!

                                                     

                                                      

                                                     

In sports, Mr. Perry set up a spectacular array of different activities. Smiling with glee, students rode bikes, explored a tool station, and went on wagon rides!

                                              

                                                     

                                                     

                                                      

                                                     

Outside, the Quarter Notes have been gathering with friends, using our basketballs, and enjoying the fresh air!

                                                     

                                                   

                                                      

                                                     

We look forward to seeing you next week. Have a wonderful Memorial Day!

Warmly,

Dana