A Playground Grows at SK!

Kindergartners were pleasantly surprised when they returned from Winter Break to find a new addition to our ever evolving playground!  Thanks to the Weiser family,  we now have an awesome wooden play structure perfectly positioned between our tall pine and "Yonder" tree.   Kindergartners dressed extra quickly to go and try out all of its amenities that include a rock wall,  rope ladder, and pirate ship deck!  Even our Karl buddies (including it's former owner Danny) couldn't resist a turn on the curly slide!
Daily, multiple, and year-round outdoor recesses  are a vital part of the SK curriculum.  Research shows that  outdoor play and exploration in the fresh air  throughout the winter months cuts down on illnesses, provides  much needed vitamin D, and helps with one's focus in the classroom.      Also, appropriate (layered and waterproof) and adequate clothing (including full changes of clothes in cubbies) for inclement weather makes the time outside much more enjoyable!

While waiting for our structure to be secured by Cory, Kindergartners  helped build a snowman with their buddies and later warmed up with a reading from the chapter book, Matilda.