08/06/2026
Angel Gabriel Ice Cream Shop
Today our ice cream pretend play was a huge hit with our mighty learners.
As Olivia arrived, she immediately went to our ice cream shop and began to play. She took initiative and delegated roles to her friends. Olivia said, “Tamira, you are going to be the server.” She then invited Lucas, Jack, Harper, Mia, Aarush, and Luis to be the customers.
While Olivia was serving, Jack shared that he likes vanilla flavor. Olivia listened and mixed the crochet ice cream scoops to create it. Harper pointed to her favorite color and asked for purple to be added to her ice cream. Everyone waited patiently for their turn to be served.
Participation:
Our mighty learners showed participation as they shared ideas and negotiated roles together. They worked as a team to run the shop.
Literacy & Communication: Children used vocabulary and early literacy as they read the menu, placed orders, and chose flavors.
Mathematics:
Our mighty learners demonstrated math skills as they counted scoops and explored concepts of "full" and "less" while pouring toppings.
Creativity & Self-Expression:
Children showed creativity by mixing colors and inventing their own ice cream combinations.
Sense of Belonging: They shared ideas, took turns, and included everyone in the play. This showed a strong sense of community and belonging.
I was so proud to see Olivia take leadership and include all her friends. This play showed how children learn best through play, imagination, and connection.
