The first grade team encourages voice, choice, and mindfulness when at home. Students are encouraged to get in the routine of reading daily and are also encouraged to play outside, observe nature, take time as a family to explore areas of interest as well as areas of growth (math facts, reading, printing/writing). Mindful home activities may include:

• Take a phenology walk 
• Write a story 
• Practice mindful eating 
• Teach a friend how to belly breathe
• Read a book
• Make cookies 
• Set/Clean up the table 
• Dramatize hibernation/migration and staying active
• Learn how to tie your shoes 
• Play a sport 
• Learn to play a musical instrument 
• Family games
• ANYTHING YOUR FAMILY CHOOSES!