Trees

Yesterday we noticed many students showing interest in the trees.  Some of the leaves are beginning to change color, and a few leaves are falling already.  We gathered in our outdoor classroom and read The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein, and learned a new song about a tree.  We realized that we have been talking about trees a lot.  So far this year we have read The Lorax by Dr. Seuss and Chicka Chicka Boom Boom (about the coconut tree) by Bill Martin Jr., and we have talked about recycling paper in our classroom, because it helps the trees.  The children are so excited to observe that many things around them are made from trees: bookshelves, tables, chairs, books, guitars, doors, and so much more.  The students have also been enthusiastic about trying their hands at tree climbing.  We believe a theme is emerging...