A Hands-On Snow Day! ❄️

Hi everyone,

This week, we explored the fascinating world of winter precipitation. The children learned about the different types of winter weather, how they form, and what they are made of. While we briefly talked about several types of precipitation, our main focus was snow and how it connects to the water cycle.

To bring the lesson to life, we started with a fun and creative activity. Each child received a small cup of “snow” and was encouraged to use their imagination to build or shape something. It was wonderful to see the variety of creations the children came up with—from tiny snow piles to imaginative shapes and designs.

Next, we moved on to a special experiment. With adult supervision, the children helped make their own edible snow. After preparing their snow, they added a bit of fruit syrup to enjoy a sweet treat. The children loved being part of the process and were excited to taste what they made.

This activity allowed the children to:

• Explore how snow forms as part of the water cycle

• Practice creativity and fine motor skills

• Participate in a hands-on science experiment

• Experience learning through sensory play and taste

It was a fun and memorable way to combine science, creativity, and a little sweetness. The children had a wonderful time experimenting, creating, and learning about the magic of snow! ❄️

To extend the learning, here are a few questions you can ask your child at home:

• What is snow made of?

• How does snow form in the sky?

• What did you create with your cup of snow?

• What did your edible snow taste like?

• Can you remember one step in the water cycle?

Talking about classroom experiences at home helps children strengthen their understanding and build confidence as they share what they learned.

探索冬季降水：动手体验的“雪”之日！❄️

本周，我们一起探索了有趣的冬季降水世界。孩子们学习了不同类型的冬季天气、它们是如何形成的，以及它们是由什么组成的。虽然我们简单地介绍了几种不同的降水形式，但我们的主要重点是雪，以及它与水循环之间的联系。

为了让学习更加生动有趣，我们首先进行了一个富有创意的活动。每个孩子都得到了一小杯“雪”，并被鼓励发挥想象力，用它来堆叠或塑造不同的形状。孩子们的创意非常丰富——从小小的雪堆到各种有趣的造型和设计，每一个作品都充满了想象力。

接下来，我们进行了一个特别的小实验。在老师的指导和监督下，孩子们一起制作可以食用的“雪”。当他们准备好自己的“雪”之后，还加入了一点水果糖浆，变成了一份甜甜的小点心。孩子们非常享受参与制作的过程，也很兴奋地品尝自己做出来的成果。

通过这次活动，孩子们能够：

• 探索雪是如何在水循环中形成的

• 练习创造力和精细动作能力

• 参与一次动手操作的科学实验

• 通过感官体验和味觉进行学习

这是一种把科学、创造力和一点甜蜜乐趣结合在一起的有趣又难忘的学习方式。孩子们在实验、创造和探索雪的奇妙过程中度过了非常快乐的时光！❄️

家庭延伸对话建议 🏠

为了延伸学习，家长可以在家里和孩子聊一聊这些问题：

• 雪是由什么组成的？

• 天空中的雪是怎样形成的？

• 你用那杯“雪”做了什么造型？

• 你做的“可食用雪”尝起来是什么味道？

• 你还记得水循环的一个步骤吗？

在家里和孩子聊一聊课堂上的学习经历，可以帮助他们加深理解，并在分享自己学到的知识时建立信心。