Pre-Primary Weekly Memo
2 August 2024
Dear Parents
We are delighted to share the highlights of our week, beginning with a heartfelt congratulations to everyone involved in our spectacular production of 'The Wizard of Oz'. The performances were truly amazing, showcasing the incredible talent and dedication of our learners and staff. To add a touch of magic to our week, we were greeted with a beautiful rainbow on Monday morning, captured in a photo taken right in our school driveway.
Friendship
Friendships play a pivotal role in a child's development, offering a foundation of emotional and social benefits that can influence their well-being and success throughout life.
The Benefits of Good Friendships
Strong friendships are crucial for a child's emotional and social development, providing numerous benefits that extend well into adulthood.
1. Emotional Support: Friends provide a sense of belonging and emotional security. Children with strong friendships are better equipped to handle stress and face challenges.
2. Social Skills: Interacting with friends helps children develop vital social skills such as empathy, communication, and conflict resolution.
3. Academic Success: Positive peer relationships can enhance a child's motivation and engagement in school, leading to better academic performance.
4. Self-Esteem: Being accepted and valued by friends boosts a child's self-confidence and self-worth.
5. Mental Health: Good friendships can reduce feelings of loneliness and anxiety, promoting overall mental well-being.
Looking ahead
🎶 Join us for the Music Tree Puppet Show! 🌳
We are thrilled and excited for the delightful Music Tree Puppet Show next week, where the children will embark on magical adventures with Joy the Elephant and her friends, including Mo the Monkey and Scratch the Chicken! Each show is filled with enchanting stories, fun songs, lively dances, cheerful poems, engaging discussions, and exciting percussion instrument play.
🌟 Show Dates & Themes 🌟
5 August:
Grade 0000 - Moving My Body
Joy and friends will help us discover how our bodies can move in fun and exciting ways!
6 August:
Grade 000 - Transport
Mo the Monkey takes us on a thrilling journey exploring different ways to travel!
7 August:
Grade 00 - Wild Animals
Scratch the Chicken introduces us to the wonderful world of wild animals and their habitats!
8 August:
Grade R - Transport
Hop aboard as Joy and Mo show us all about various modes of transportation!
Each show is designed to captivate and inspire our young learners, making learning a joyous experience. To ensure that your child doesn't miss out on this wonderful opportunity, an amount of R60 will be billed to your account.
We can't wait for your children to join us on these unforgettable adventures!
A Library Adventure
The world is a wonderful place and there is so much to explore and learn. Curiosity is a magical trait that we hardly need to encourage in young children, but sometimes parents also need a little help.
This delightful book is a winner! It is all about animals, which children love to talk about. The questions are quirky and a bit weird, which will probably lead to more questions, which is exactly what we like to encourage!
How does a baby orca sleep? Why is it a bad idea to lick a frog? Why do spiders do cartwheels? Why does a blue whale have pink poo?
And then there is a fabulous “Would you rather…?” game:
Would you rather have armour like a pangolin or spikes like a pufferfish? If you were an animal baby, would you rather sit in dad’s pouch like a seahorse, or in mum’s pouch like a kangaroo?
Look out for the Miles Kelly “Curious Questions and Answers” series: many enjoyable and informative conversations are guaranteed!
Elise Crouse - Librarian
Health
ENCOURAGING THE FAMILY TO GET.pdfSuperstar Hand Washers
Registered Nurse: Amy Dolley
Parent Business Directory
Parklands College and Christopher Robin Pre-Primary parents who are in business are able to list their businesses in our Parent Business Directory – www.parklands.co.za/parent-business-directory/
LISTINGS ARE FREE and include contact information as well as the opportunity to include a business logo or advert. Listings are available 24/7 on the College website and will be updated each quarter.
Should you be interested in marketing your business to over 1000 families, email: marketing@parklands.co.za to get started.
All listings will be subject to the College’s final approval.
This week's feature business is...
Conclusion
On Friday, 9 August, we join the nation in celebrating Women's Day, a day dedicated to honouring the incredible strength, resilience, and contributions of women in our society.
Why We Celebrate: Women's Day is a reminder of the vital role women play in shaping our communities and the world. It's a day to acknowledge their achievements in various fields, from education and business to science and the arts. Most importantly, it’s a day to celebrate the women who inspire us daily with their courage, kindness, and unwavering spirit.
We are proud to have a community filled with amazing women – from our dedicated teachers and staff to the wonderful mothers, grandmothers and aunts, who support our little people each day.
School will be closed on Friday, 9 August in celebration of Woman's Day.
Enjoy the long weekend.
Riëtte Pieterse
Principal: Christopher Robin Pre-Primary
E-mail: rpieterse@parklands.co.za
Tel: 0861 EDUCATE
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