We made piggies in preschool

Deborah J. Stewart, M.Ed.
August 10, 2010

This week the children have been making all kinds of animals and vegetables that can be found at the Indiana State Fair. Where it is possible, it is always a good idea to help preschoolers connect the dots between what is going on in their community, home, and at school.

Today, we made piggies!

We started by painting a paper plate with a paint mixture of paint and glue. By adding glue to the paint, it allows the children to add construction paper pieces to their painting without having to wait for the paint to dry.

The glue mixed into the paint will make the construction paper pieces stick to the paper plate once everything dries.

Once the plate was all pretty in pink, we added pink piggy features….

Pink piggy ears…

A pink piggy nose…

Piggy eyes…

Piggy nose holes!

And here we have it…

A Pink Pig!

If you’re going to make a pink piggy, then you should read a piggy book too…

“If You Give A Pig A Party” by Laura Numeroff

One of my favorites!

Deborah J Stewart

Every time I think I know everything I need to know about teaching young children, God says, "Hold on a minute!" and gives me a new challenge.

Let me tell ya...

With each new challenge that you overcome, you will find yourself better equipped and more passionate about teaching young children.

God didn't call wimps to lead, teach, or care for His children. Nope, he has high expectations, so get ready. You will have to give your very best but after teaching for over 30 years, I can tell you that it is a wonderful and rewarding journey.

Whenever your calling feels hard, just remember, 'He who began a good work in you (and in the children you serve) will be faithful to complete it.'