There was so much to talk about with the Coast Guard that we extended it another week. We read about real Coast Guard heroes. Did you know the Coast Guard helped out during 9/11? We watched the end of our video and learned how the Coast Guard spots and marks icebergs, so ships won't hit them, like the Titanic did so long ago. They still leave a wreath in the same spot to honor the victims of the Titanic. We learned how to tie a knot--a clove hitch and got to bring home our ropes to practice. We also got a coloring book published by the Coast Guard that shows what they do, some equipment they use, and terms for different parts of the ship. Some of the children brought home instructions on how to draw Coast Guard boats, as well.
Next week: "Hug-a-Tree" or how to get rescued if you are lost in the woods. (P.S. keep working on memorizing their address and phone numbers.)
In preparation for our Rescue Heroes party on May 14th, the children can come dressed as a rescue hero, bring a book about a rescue hero and bring a favorite stuffed animal "to rescue." Eli wanted to bring actual Rescue Hero figures. That is okay, also.
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