News / Nunn Road / 2007 / December 2007 (E74)

Dear parents,

The children are really getting into the Christmas spirit. In the centre of the display corner, we placed a “Star Windows calendar”. Each day before snacks, four children approach the display corner. One of them opens one of the calendar star windows while the other three children add handmade animals or gnomes carefully to the display. Every child will have a chance to perform this ceremony until all the windows are open. The children are looking forward to the time when the last window will be opened as it means we will then celebrate Christmas together.

The children also tell me about their Christmas preparations at home. A girl told me that she had bought a Christmas tree and will invite friends to her house after she decorates the tree. A boy asked for a star that can hang on his Christmas tree like the one we have in our display corner. Some children sing songs that they have practised in Nania at home to bring the atmosphere in their homes too.

Recently, an injured bird fell in our garden during outside play time. Children who saw it asked for the teachers’ help. After we placed it in a tray and covered it with a towel, children prayed for the little bird. They were very concerned and asked us to bring it to the doctor. I was very moved by the children’s caring hearts. The bird rested for some time and was able to fly again at noon.

I have spent a wonderful year with the children. I also learnt a lot through their heavenly eyes. There is always hope, new life in each moment and each day. They forgive and forget the past. They do not worry about the future. They enjoy every moment of the present. Children have had laughter and tears, happy and sad moments, fights and caring moments together. I am encouraged very much by their growth and change. I am looking forward to seeing them after the break.

I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I hope you will enjoy the holidays with your children.

Holidays
10th Jan 2008 (Thursday) -Awal Muharam holiday
23rd Jan 2008 (Wednesday) -Thaipusam holiday

Coming Events

Chinese New Year Festival (1st February 2008)
All parents and siblings are welcome to join us for the Chinese New Year festival. More details about the festival will be given out in January 2008.

Additional Information
The 2008 new term begins on 7th January 2008 (Monday).
Nania’s office will be open from 2nd to 5th January 2008 during the Christmas and New Year break.