Kindergarten Thanksgiving Celebration

Today Katelyn's class had their Thanksgiving celebration. The children were told they could dress as a turkey, pilgrim, or Native American & Katelyn was a Native American. Her costume was actually a gift from Anna from her travels to Ethiopia where she did nursing work, but I think it looks "Indian" enough. Katelyn made her own headband.

Here Katelyn stands in front of a real life-size teepee at her school.

Since they've been discussing the food pyramid in class, the children were asked to bring in food for a balanced Thanksgiving feast. They had turkey & ham, candied squash & green bean casserole, cornbread muffins, fresh fruit, cheese, & apple juice.

Katelyn's class sharing in their Thanksgiving feast.

Miss Charlotte invited a real Native American friend, a Lakota Sioux from South Dakota, to come and talk to the kids about Native American traditions. As you can see he was dressed in full costume.

Our new friend sang a traditional song beating his drum and we all danced in a circle around the room. I was blown away. What a wonderful authentic experience for our children!

In addition to the festivities, there was time to do some schoolwork. Here Katelyn is counting the one's for their 56th day of school. (ie. 5 ten's & 6 one's) The Kindergarteners are counting up to the 100th day of school when they will plan a party for their whole class. They are very excited to be in charge of this special project.

Miss Sherry is also teaching the children to tell time.

Katelyn & her friend Sydney working on a 100-piece puzzle of the human body. I attemped to help the girls, but I have to tell you this was a very challenging puzzle to put together!

Katelyn and her class had a wonderful Thanksgiving celebration today! As her parents, we are very thankful for a wonderful school where she can learn and be challenged in so many wonderful ways!