A Visit from Hedgie!

 I've got to say this was my first time meeting a pet hedgehog! Thanks for sharing!

Exploring Cultures from around the Globe at Meijer Gardens

 Here's some pics from our field trip to Frederick Meijer Gardens

Making Hot Cocoa!

 We learned all about following directions and creating "how-to" writing pieces this month. To complete our unit, we followed instructions and made hot cocoa in the crockpot. Of course we then topped it with marshmallows and enjoyed it while listening to some stories. 

Celebrating a German Tradition

 At the beginning of December, we celebrated "Nikolastaug" or St. Nicholas Day, by putting one shoe in the hallway. While we were hard at work taking a spelling test, St. Nicholas filled our shoes with goodies! 

First Graders go to College

 We had such a great time on our campus tour of Aquinas College today. We got to see where college kids live, eat, play and learn. What a great goal to work towards! 

Making Pumpkin Pie

 We really got into the Thanksgiving spirit this week and followed a recipe to make no-bake pumpkin pie. The kids had so much fun making it themselves and it was really delicious! 

Fall Party!

 We had so much fun today! A big thank you to parents who sent in party supplies, healthy snacks, and helped out with food and crafts this afternoon. 

The kids got a big surprise when an old friend who moved to a new school came to our party today! We miss her so much!