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Kidz Meadow Childcare @ Woodlands Term 1, 2019 Newsletter

Message From Principal

Content Page Upcoming Events

Centre Closure

⮚ Toddlers to N 1 Fieldtrip – 4 April

⮚ SSDB Launch Party – 24 April

⮚ K1 to K2 Learning Journey – 3 May

⮚ Iftar with Mothers K2 – 10 May

⮚ Term 2 Disposition Day – 24 May

⮚ Cultural Programme – 29 May (Seni Berbahasa / Chinese Zodiac)

⮚ MERCU Family Day – 13 April

⮚ Good Friday – 19 April

⮚ Labour Day – 1 May

⮚ Vesak Day – 20 May

Greetings! A warm welcome to families of Kidz Meadow Childcare & Development Centre @ Woodlands (KMW). Welcome to the new academic year!

I am delighted to share that our KMW team has planned many exciting and engaging activities for 2019. This year marks our 4th year of participation in the Start Small Dream Big (SSDB) Project and the focus topic will be on Wildlife. More details will be shared later on, and we hope to have a better collaboration with parents in the project this year.

Here’s wishing you all the best and much success in the year ahead!

Mdm Suhailah

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2 - 6 KMW Events

7 Toddler Archery

8 Nursery 1 A Racing

9 Nursery 1 B Soccer

1 0 Nursery 1 C Boxing

1 1 Nursery 2 A Baseball

1 2 Nursery 2 B Badminton

1 3 Kindergarten 1 A Bowling

1 4 Kindergarten 1 B Rugby

1 5 Kindergarten 2 A Surfing

1 6 Kindergarten 2 B Kayaking

1 7 Teachers’ Training

1 8 Tips for Parents

1 9 Testimonials

20 Our Core Values


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Launch of Nature Magnified

Hands-on experience with Nature


Children enjoyed tasting traditional

Chinese food

Look at how cute they are wearing the

Chinese costume !

Best Dressed Teacher Award

Quiz Time & Chopsticks Challenge !

Showcasing their wonderful

performances

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Disposition Day: Care for Family

KMW Old Skool Family Carnival was held on 8 March 2019, to raise funds for charity. Carnival games, Old Skool treats and children made

items such as candles & Quote frames were sold on that day.

The K2s and their grandparents participated in the ‘Giving Back’ Bazaar at Orange Valley Senior Activity Centre.

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Learning journey to wisma geylang

The children enjoyed the learning journey to Wisma Geylang Serai as

they learned about the Malay culture, different musical instruments and the history of Geylang Serai.

Children also engaged in craft activities such as making Wayang Kulit

and making traditional kuih out of PlayDoh. To end off the trip, children were treated to traditional Malay snacks such as Kuih Lapis,

Kuih Kasui, and Kuih Bakar Pandan.

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Tea session cum exhibition

During the March Term break, parents were invited for a Tea Session cum exhibition for the children’s mini project. During the

session, teachers and parents shared about the children’s progress and addressed any concerns that they had.

The exhibition was a success as parents shared that they were more informed now about what their children had learned during

the past school term.


Toddler Archery

Making of slime using cornflour & water “My face” cookery lesson

Activities to ignite their sense of wonder

Parent-child Activity Children exploring sensorial blocks

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Nursery 1A Racing

Numeracy – Matching Shapes

Reading Programme Finger / Puppet Story

Pretend Play Group Photo – Outdoor Walk

Nature Walk – Watering the Plants Sense of Touch Dressing Up Activity Discovery Bottle

Sensory Activity – Their Reflection

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Nursery 1B Soccer

“ Let’s go for a walk everyone! ”

5 Senses Activity

Nature Walk – Exploring the

fish Numeracy – Match the

colour

Scribbling Time ! Colouring Activity

Page 9


Nursery 1C Boxing

Creatively expressing themselves through art

Collecting specimens during nature walk

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Nursery 2A Baseball

Painting using natural materials!

Cookery Lesson – Making Pizza

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Cooking with kids is about harnessing imagination and creativity! Thank you parents for the generous

contributions!

Nursery 2B Badminton

Can I eat this pizza

now?

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Kindergarten 1A Bowling

To establish and promote self confidence in the children, Show & Tell sessions are conducted. Talking about topics that they can relate to, and having completed the work at home with their parents’ help, the

audience listened attentively while their friends shared about the workpiece.

Show & Tell Outdoor Activity - Kicking a ball Yeah !

I did it !

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Kindergarten 1B Rugby

Teamwork in class

Cookery Lesson – Making Fried Wanton

Discovery of World – DIY Light Box

Fun with Math

Page 14


Kindergarten 2A Surfing

Stringing Activity

Marble painting activity Show & Tell – “Look at me grow”

Letter Formation with Dough

Outdoor Games – Dribbling Skills & Ball Play

Page 15


Kindergarten 2B Kayaking

Developing their skills of cutting

Fun with outdoor playing

“ Yummy ! ”

Dramatic Play – Grocery Shopping

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Teachers’ training It was a fruitful day of learning for the teachers in Kidz Meadow as they attended different courses. Through these courses, teachers

had gained deeper knowledge in proper planning of the classroom environment, creating learning resources for children using recycled

materials and integrating music lessons with cultural themes.


Tips For Parents - Spreading The Word About Not

Spreading Germs

Talk about “Germs are not for sharing.” Young children typically hear a lot about the

importance of sharing their toys and belongings. So it may comes a surprise when you

say that germs are not for sharing. Let the children know that even though we can’t see

germs, We know they’re there because they can make us sick. Talk about how germs

come from our bodies or can be found on different surfaces such as tables, toilets and

the floor. Encourage children not to share their cups, spoons, juice boxes, toothbrushes,

or food, especially if they’re sick.

Keep hands clean. Experts agree that one of the best ways to cut down on the spread

of germs is hand washing - and that means for children and adults. Wash your hands

before eating or preparing food, after blowing your nose (or sneezing or coughing), room

or helping a child on the potty. when soap and water aren’t available, use an alcohol-

based hand gel or wipe to clean hands.

Teach “Blow, wipe and toss.” Most toddlers need to be taught on how to use the a

tissue. Show them how to blow their nose through and not their mouth (that takes some

practice!),how to wipe a runny nose, and how to throw their used tissues in the garbage

afterward. Similarly, when it comes to coughs and sneezes, teach little ones to ”Cover it

up.” Finally, remind children how important it is to “Wash those hands!” after blowing

their nose, sneezing, or coughing.

Keep belongings and surfaces clean. Babies and toddlers aren’t known for neatness.

They regularly drop bottles, pacifiers, teething rings, and snacks on the floor - and put

them right back in their mouth. Try to intervene before this happens, and teach children

to bring dropped items to you to be cleaned off or thrown away. Keep toys clean by

washing them often in hot, soapy water or a bleach solution. Use a disinfectant to wipe

tables, sinks, countertops, faucets, and toilets or potty chairs.

Remember the rule about staying home. It’s best to keep a sick child at home for a

few days to rest and recover. This helps not only the child who is ill but every other child

in the program, too.

Adapted from the book, “Germs Are Not For Sharing”

by Elizabeth Verdick Page 18


KMW Parents’ Testimonials

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Our Vision, Mission & Philosophy

Vision

A First-Class Provider in Early Childhood Care & Education

Mission

Provide a quality and innovative programme that nurtures children to be socially

responsible citizens, active learners and thinkers

Philosophy

We believe in providing an engaging and positive environment for the children to develop their potential to the fullest in all aspects of development.

Our Core Values

C – Community and Parental Involvement

We build a strong and trusting partnership with the parents and the community to

enhance the development of the children.

A – Active Learners

We understand that children are natural and active learners. Through project work,

thematic and integrated learning, they are given opportunities to explore, gather

information and share knowledge.

R – Resourceful

We continuously upgrade our teaching and learning resources in line with the latest

developments in the field of early childhood education to enhance children’s

learning experiences.

E – Excellence

We strive for excellence in everything that we do.

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