The joy of winter!

It’s been said, “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing.” It is so important for Kindergarteners to get fresh air and active exercise even if for a short period of time. The outdoors has so much more to offer than just physical benefits. Cognitive and social development are impacted just as much.  As soon as they get outside they begin to invent games and experiment with their physical and social environment.  They engage in collaboration and compromise,  sharpening their decision-making and organizational skills. Here we see some of the Kindergarteners as they went “ice skating” on the outdoor stage, made “snowangels” on the Playscape, ate "strawberry" flavored snow and “dug out the animals” from the frozen pond.  Oh, the joys of winter!