Halloween Songs

October is a pretty special month at Great Day. There is a lot of tradition and Allison remembers all of it from when she was there. All month long, the kids prepare Halloween songs and do lots of fun activities. At circle time, they get to ride "Witchy Poo" and she is magical. I have never met "Witchy Poo" in person, but Paige was one of the first ones who got to ride her this year. Mrs. B said "when you get home make sure to tell Allison you were the first to ride on Witchy Poo". Paige remembered to tell Allie and when she told her, Allison's eyes lit up and she got a huge smile and hugged Pagie. She said "Wow Paigee, that is really cool to be the first one to ride on Witchy Poo all by yourself". I wish I had pictures. But the girls don't need them, they will be etched in their minds forever. It is times like these that remind us what an excellent preschool the girls are a part of. Allison got to go for 2 years and Paige will too. We can't say enough how blessed we are.

Another favorite at this time of year is reading Big Pumpkin. They listen to it on tape at school, so it gives it an extra bit of excitement. If you have never read it, you should check it out. It is pretty cute. This is Paka and P reading one day. Allison used to "read" this word for word before she could really read. Now instead of memorizing the entire book, she can really read it to Paigee girl!

The final hurrah in October at Great Day, is getting all dressed up and going to a retirement home here in town to sing all of their "famous" Halloween songs. The residents love watching the littles all dressed up and it makes their day to see them.

Paige was not really into standing up in front of the group and singing when we first arrived, so she performed all of the songs right on Mrs. S's lap! It is a little overwhelming since it is unfamiliar surroundings.

 But after the first stop, we went into a bigger room and she was quite animated and loved "performing". After singing they all got to talk to the residents. It is great to see such happy souls.

 This lady amazed us all....she is 100 years old!! 

My mom and dad flew in that morning so were able to see her perform and greet the residents. It was lots of fun!!