1. First, get a re-usable and sturdy bag. This will help your child store and carry the extra winter gear that he or she will need for outdoor recess. Your child can also easily hang this on the hook or store it below the coat rack on the floor.
2. Your child should have: a hat, gloves or mittens, boots, & snow-pants. Scarfs aren't a bad idea either!
Outdoor recess is generally 25 minutes after lunch and this can lead to cold and tearful kiddos when they are not prepared for the weather.
I also usually have a few students that don't want to wear all of their gear. I will hear, "I don't have a hat," or "I forgot my gloves." But when I look in backpacks, I often find them. Please have a conversation at home about the importance of wearing all the gear to stay warm.
I strongly suggest water-proof & warm gloves like these:
These stretchy, cotton ones quickly get wet in the snow & aren't great for keeping hands warm for long periods of time outdoors:
3. Make sure your child has a pair of tennis shoes or sneakers to wear on P.E. days (Tuesdays).
4. Teach your child how to get dressed in winter gear. First, snow pants. Second, boots. Then, jacket & zip. Then, hat. And last, gloves. This order can be difficult for some students and can take some time when students are not used to doing it for themselves. "Supervise" this process at home; don't do it for your child! He/she needs to learn!
Recess Routine:
We will go outside unless the windchill is below 20 degrees.
For indoor days, your child may bring a toy in his/her backpack to play with at recess. We do have recess activities in the classroom, so this is not necessary but some students like to. Please make sure that the toy does not make sounds. It also should fit in your child's backpack and should remain there during all other parts of the day. Please discuss these expectations at home.
Thank you for your support with this process!
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