Arctic and Polar Animals

Preschool News ~ February 2016

This month our new unit is focusing on The Arctic and Polar Animals.

A perfect theme for a cold, snowy month!

During circle time we learned some interesting facts about The Arctic.

-The Arctic is located at the northernmost part of our planet.

-The Arctic is VERY cold!

-The Arctic is home to lots of wonderful wildlife, including polar bears, Arctic foxes, squirrels, birds, walruses, seals and whales.

We read two stories, Arctic Animals and Where Polar Animals Live.  After each story we spent some time discussing what makes Polar Animals different from other animals.  For example, brown and black bears hibernate during the winter months to stay warm but polar bears do not.  We learned that polar bears have black skin to absorb heat and white fur to blend in with their environment and that their fur is thicker than any other bears’ and covers even their feet for warmth and traction on ice.  Polar bears also love to be in the water and are excellent swimmers.

In the Sensory Table, the students explored the cold, icy waters of The Arctic.  Brrrrrrr!
We made BIG icebergs for the animals to float on!

Making Igloos out of snow and ice.

Make sure to check back later for more pictures...