What a GREAT time we had!
It was a wonderful mixture of pleasant awkward - as Valentine's always and forever will be in elementary school :)
The day began with our Manners Breakfast starting with a lesson in Chivalry, where it came from (tough, gory, medieval knights - who would've thought!) and how to be a gentleman, and how a lady should act. We learned together how to behave at a formal dinner. When to place our napkin on our laps, what to eat/not eat with a fork, how to set a simple table setting, how to interact with waiters/waitresses, and how to interact with table guests. Also, how to greet and react when meeting new people and introducing others.
Then, we enjoyed a wonderful breakfast of muffins, orange juice/milk, yogurt, and fresh fruit. Thank you so much for your support parents! We could not have enjoyed it without you!
For our reflection, we completed our vintage place mats by sharing 5 things we learned about manners and etiquette.
It was a wonderful mixture of pleasant awkward - as Valentine's always and forever will be in elementary school :)
The day began with our Manners Breakfast starting with a lesson in Chivalry, where it came from (tough, gory, medieval knights - who would've thought!) and how to be a gentleman, and how a lady should act. We learned together how to behave at a formal dinner. When to place our napkin on our laps, what to eat/not eat with a fork, how to set a simple table setting, how to interact with waiters/waitresses, and how to interact with table guests. Also, how to greet and react when meeting new people and introducing others.
Then, we enjoyed a wonderful breakfast of muffins, orange juice/milk, yogurt, and fresh fruit. Thank you so much for your support parents! We could not have enjoyed it without you!
For our reflection, we completed our vintage place mats by sharing 5 things we learned about manners and etiquette.
For the second part of the day, we studied the evolution of dance in America starting with the CONTRA dance. We then learned the WALTZ, SWING, and SALSA. With Mrs. Griffioen, DISCO and the CHARLESTON. Learning them together made for many awkward, yet rewarding experiences as students learned how to respectfully interact with each other on a dance floor.
At the end of our practice, we learned the history of formal dances (balls) and the practice of "Dance Cards" used by girls to organize their evenings. Each of the girls in the room were then given a dance card with the predetermined TWO dances they would be required to have a male partner for (SWING and WALZ). The ladies then set their cards on their desks and the gentlemen filled them out for the afternoon celebration.
At the end of our practice, we learned the history of formal dances (balls) and the practice of "Dance Cards" used by girls to organize their evenings. Each of the girls in the room were then given a dance card with the predetermined TWO dances they would be required to have a male partner for (SWING and WALZ). The ladies then set their cards on their desks and the gentlemen filled them out for the afternoon celebration.
After lunch, we "got dancy!" Rockin to all styles of music the kids really showed off their moves :) The first formal ballroom dance we had was the WALTZ, then the kiddos partnered off and did a great job of practicing their previously learned swing moves. The third ballroom dance was the CONTRA - these, mixed with inserted modern group dances, created a very FUN dance party! (Sadly, after much trying, I was unable to upload the videos!)
Cookies and Punch were also shared during our dance. Afterwards, Valentine's were passed out, and boxes were admired and we watched a short Peanuts Valentine's Movie. Overall, we had a fabulous, fun-filled afternoon!
Below are some pictures of a few of Valentine's Boxes - all of them did an outstanding job!
Below are some pictures of a few of Valentine's Boxes - all of them did an outstanding job!