I hope all of you had a nice weekend. I really enjoyed my visit with my daughter and with my in-laws. This happened to be the weekend of my father-in-law’s 85th birthday so we were able to celebrate with him and see some basketball too. It was very special for all of us.
This week we are going to be reading the story No, No, Titus! by Claire Masurel. We will also be working with the letter N. I am sending two new words to add to the stack of sight words. Please keep practicing them even over Christmas. In math, we will work with the numbers one through ten. During our circle time, we will talk about Christmas customs. Our Bible lessons will be “God Gives His People Food” and “God Takes Care of His People.” From these lessons we will learn that God provides for all the needs of his people.
On Thursday of this week, will be having our class Christmas party. I believe that Mrs. Albrecht could use some more helpers for this party so if you are able to come and lend a hand please let her know. Remember, the boys will exchange gifts with the boys and the girls with the girls. You will be able to bring the gifts anytime this week. On Thursday, quite a few classes are going to have their party. They have decided not to serve hot lunch on that day. Please note this on your calendar. Many of the children eat plenty at the party, but we won’t start our party until 1:30 pm. Just keep that in mind as you plan the day with your child. Also, you are invited to come to the party if you want. It is quite a day for the children and you are welcome to join us.
On Saturday, December 15, we will have the children’s Christmas program. Please note that I want the children here early. It works best if they are all here by 5:00 pm. Since the church gets extremely full for the first program, please try to come early so that you get a seat. Also, invite any relatives or friends who you want to come so that they can have the Christmas lesson explained to them through recitation and song. I know you will enjoy the evening. We have one program starting at 5:30 pm and the other starts at 7:00 pm.
I hope that all of you have a most blessed Christmas and New Year. If you have the chance, feel free to join us for some of our holiday services. We would love to have you come and celebrate our Savior’s birthday and welcome the New Year with us.
May God be with you all and keep you in his care.

It was nice to see so many of you this weekend at the Christmas for Kids activity. I know your child had a great time. The volunteers did a spectacular job. Please watch the calendar for more events that will be coming. The services at church and the devotional times really help to set the proper tone for Christmas. I hope that you will be able to join us for more of these special activities.
This week we will be reading Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse by Kevin Henkes. Along with this we will be working with the letter P. I have really been impressed with the reading that these children are doing. Thank you for all of the work that you are doing at home. It definitely helps the children. In math, we will work with the numbers one through ten. During circle time, we will talk about Christmas customs around the world. Our Bible lessons will be “God Leads His People out of Egypt” and “God Leads His People Through the Red Sea.” From these lessons we will learn how the Lord fought the battle for his people and delivered them.
This week Thursday and Friday, I will be attending a basketball tournament in Arizona. My daughter, Katie, will be playing in this tournament and this is one of the few times that I get to see her play. Miss Beutel will be taking over the class for me. She is extremely qualified and will do a very fine job. Let me know if you have any questions concerning this.
On December 15, the children will be participating in a Christmas program. The program will start at 5:30, but I would like the children here at 5:00. Please mark that date on your calendar and watch for more announcements.
On December 13 at 1:30 pm, we will have a Christmas party in this room. Please remember that we are exchanging gifts and that they should cost $5.00-$7.00. A list of party items that are needed will be posted on the door. Parents with last names ending in A through M should sign up for this party. Parents with last names ending in N through V will provide snacks for the Valentines party. Thank you all for being willing to help out with this.
I hope that all of you have a great week. Let me know if you have any questions.