From Boxes to Blooms

Box Study Visit

We concluded our Box Study with a special visit from delivery driver Aaron LeJeune (Mia’s dad) and a box car drive-in movie.

Mr. Aaron, with Old Dominion, visited our school and showed us his 18-wheeler that delivers all kinds of things—including BOXES! He showed us his protective vest and hard hat, and we discovered that the tires are as big as the students. We also got to see the cargo in the back of the truck and learned about the many different things he delivers.

Each student had the opportunity to climb inside the truck and see what it looks like from the driver’s seat. At the end of our visit, we all raised our arms up and down, and Mr. Aaron honked the horn!

Thank you to Mr. Aaron for taking the time to visit our class and share about his job.

Box Car Drive-in Movie

Our box car drive-in movie was a fun way to incorporate creativity into our Box Study. The students were given the task of creating a car out of a box. It was so fun to see what each child designed and how their individual personalities shone through in their creations. We ended our celebration by watching The Lorax and enjoying popcorn together.

Gardening in the Classroom

The dramatic play area has transformed into a Garden Shop! Students have been busy pretending to be Master Gardeners as they plant seeds and bulbs. At the planting station, they dig into play dirt to fill pots and create beautiful blooms. Our Pre-K gardeners have enjoyed using tools like shovels, rakes, and gloves while working in their Garden Shop, bringing their imaginations to life through hands-on play

Dramatic play is an important part of early childhood development, as it encourages creativity, problem-solving, and language skills. Through role-playing, children build social skills, practice cooperation, and make meaningful connections to real-world experiences.