Snacks How Can You Help?
Water: Plenty of water is required to help the brain. The better we are hydrated the better our brains are prepared for learning. (That goes for adults too! :0) Our class will be allowed to keep a small bottle of water on their desk so they can sip as they learn. Pleases make sure it is plastic and easy to open and close to reduce unnecessary messes. Children can be responsible for their own bottle. Please make sure your child’s name is written on their bottle.
Brain Snacks: I’m not comfortable with some kids having a snack while others don’t, so- we will all snack on the same snack while learning. If you would like to occasionally send in the following recommended items- I would be so grateful.
Occasionally, you can feel the energy levels drop and a snack makes all the difference in the world. I try to introduce a snack mid-morning, so a box or a bag usually lasts almost a week and any brand is fine. If it is more convenient for you, you may send in a cash donation to help with the cost of classroom snacks.
Of course, we will take allergies into consideration and make appropriate adjustments. If you have suggestions of items that might be healthful and classroom friendly, I am always ready for suggestions!
Your youngster will be sharing Brain Gym activities with you in no time! Thanks for helping to ensure we have the most healthful school year!
I would like to thank Tiffany Houghtaling, First Grade teacher at Willard Central Elementary, for this resource.
Water: Plenty of water is required to help the brain. The better we are hydrated the better our brains are prepared for learning. (That goes for adults too! :0) Our class will be allowed to keep a small bottle of water on their desk so they can sip as they learn. Pleases make sure it is plastic and easy to open and close to reduce unnecessary messes. Children can be responsible for their own bottle. Please make sure your child’s name is written on their bottle.
Brain Snacks: I’m not comfortable with some kids having a snack while others don’t, so- we will all snack on the same snack while learning. If you would like to occasionally send in the following recommended items- I would be so grateful.
- Bagels (Each child will get ½)
- Graham crackers
- Animal crackers
- Fig newtons (kids usually like the strawberry)
- String cheese
- Raisins
- Pretzels
- Ritz Bits (or any peanut butter and cracker)
- pre-packaged and pre-cut apple slices or carrot sticks
- grapes
Occasionally, you can feel the energy levels drop and a snack makes all the difference in the world. I try to introduce a snack mid-morning, so a box or a bag usually lasts almost a week and any brand is fine. If it is more convenient for you, you may send in a cash donation to help with the cost of classroom snacks.
Of course, we will take allergies into consideration and make appropriate adjustments. If you have suggestions of items that might be healthful and classroom friendly, I am always ready for suggestions!
Your youngster will be sharing Brain Gym activities with you in no time! Thanks for helping to ensure we have the most healthful school year!
I would like to thank Tiffany Houghtaling, First Grade teacher at Willard Central Elementary, for this resource.
