Weekday Nursery School- New Rochelle

Pumpkin Jack continues to change! Many thought snow had covered Jack, but they learned it was mold! Learning about decomposition and how natural things changes is a valuable science lesson. Students are making observational drawing focusing on what they are observing. Check out days 14 and 21 from our Pumpkin Jack!

Save the date! Friday, November 20th at 11:30am!

We invite all of our Weekday families to join us for a celebration of the many cultures and traditions that make our community so wonderful. Families are invited to share a favorite dish or cuisine from around the world as we come together to explore new flavors, celebrate our diversity, and enjoy a delicious meal with friends.

Sign up to participate using the link in our bio! We look forward to sharing this special tradition with our Weekday community.

Weekday is a proud sponsor of the New Rochelle Turkey Trot. Click the link above to register.

Such an exciting Boo Fest! Many slimy, gooey sensory experiences, potions, games and yummy snacks- each class had a ball at Boo Fest!

Weekday had some special visitors today- Engine 23 from the New Rochelle fire department! We learned about not playing with matches, staying away from fire and how to call 911. Going into the fire truck was everyone’s favorite part! Thanks again Engjne 23 for visiting!

What happens to a pumpkin after it’s carved? Room 6 wants to find out! After reading Pumpkin Jack by Will Hubble, they decided to create an environment for their own Jack. The class discussed what they thought would occur. Some thought it would look the same while others predicted it would get all rotten. This will teach students about life cycles, decomposition and scientific observation and drawing. We’ll keep you updated on what’s happening with Jack over the school year.

Pie crust laid out in a pan.
Apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar mixed by hand.
The aroma of the sweet-smelling pie
is enough to make me fly.
Into the oven, it goes,
and when the timer beeps, everyone knows.
The house fills with a Heavenly scent,
we are soon to make a dent.
The anticipation makes it hard to wait,
I keep staring at my empty plate.
It will be too hot to eat for a while,
But soon it will bring us all a smile.

Cooking with preschoolers is so much more than making a tasty treat. Cooking supports many skills:
Early Math: Counting eggs, measuring flour into cups, and talking about portions introduce basic math and fractions.
Science and Cause-and-Effect: Watching dough rise, butter melt, or liquids transform into solids turns the kitchen into a mini science lab.
Literacy and Language: Reading recipes, naming ingredients, and following step-by-step instructions expand vocabulary and listening comprehension.
Fine Motor Control: Stirring, pouring, kneading, tearing lettuce, and scooping strengthen small hand muscles and hand-eye coordination.
Practical Life Independence: Handling safe, child-sized tools builds self-sufficiency and confidence.

Reduced Picky Eating: Preschoolers are more likely to taste and accept new or unfamiliar foods when they help prepare them.
Sensory Exploration: Touching, smelling, and scrubbing ingredients reduces food anxiety and creates positive associations with healthy eating.

Confidence and Pride: Successfully completing a recipe gives young children a strong sense of accomplishment.
Family Bonding: Shared kitchen time encourages meaningful conversations, teamwork, and cultural traditions. Want some of our yummy recipes? Send us a message!

I had a great time Florida Aeyc presenting 2 sessions for early childhood educators. I am so proud to be there representing Weekday Nursery School! It was great to network and cross pollinate ideas with other educators. Thanks for having me.