instead of having the children bring Valentine cards to each friend, you could have the children make cards for each member of their family. For treats, you could request families to bring items that are prepackaged in the bag (Chex mix, carrots, apples, animal crackers or the traditional sweets). On party day, have teachers open the bagged treats and have the children wash their hands before they pass out the goodies to their friends. This practice will help control how many hands touch the goodies and still allow the children to enjoy a special day.
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Jodi Tole
Early Childhood Educator
City of Wichita Child Care Licensing
Wichita KS
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Original Message:
Sent: 01-07-2021 09:01 AM
From: Sara Larsen
Subject: Valentine Parties
For those who do a class Valentine Party...pre-COVID we would invite students to bring in little cards / treats from home to share / pass-out to their classmates. Due to COVID-precautions it doesn't seem to be a good practice to implement this year, however, I may be overthinking the whole thing. Would love insight into this!
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Sara Larsen
Concordia MO
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