This month Pre-K is learning all about Water. Children move
from thinking critically about light, darkness and shadows to explorations of
the properties and uses of water. Children will be actively using a water table
in the classroom. They will observe and explore ice and water at different
temperatures and perform experiments with water and ice. We also will be thinking critically about why
some items sink and float.
Children will be
exploring the answers to the following questions.
Where we can find
water?
What happens to water
when it changes temperature?
What happens when we
put things in water?
How does water help
us?
We encourage you to reflect on this unit with the children and have suggested some activities you can do with your child at home.
Test objects to see if they sink or float
Ask children to consider whether there is water in the foods
and beverages they eat and drink together.
Cook with your child and talk about whether the ingredient
has water in it.
Freeze water and discuss different ways it can melt and
which is going to happen faster
Draw pictures with your child about different things they like to do with water.
Read a story about water and have your child draw their favorite part.