PUZZLE PIECE: YOUR NAME

Puzzle Piece: Your Name

Dear Parents/Guardians,

On Tuesday, November 21 students will begin to present their puzzle piece on their name. This program is designed to support the Social Studies curriculum and assist the children with exploring the general outcomes “I am Unique” and “I Belong”. Each day one or two students in the class will bring their puzzle and present it to their classmates. This student will share a personal story about their name. The topic will be introduced in class and students will receive a paper puzzle piece to take home to work on. The children are being asked to learn about their name. Please discuss the following questions with your child and help them record their/your ideas, thoughts and pictures on the puzzle piece.

What is your full name?


1) Who named me?
2) Am I named after anyone 3) Does my name have a special meaning? 4) Do I go by any other names? 5) Do I have a nickname?


Any other information about my name

The puzzle piece is being sent home today, but your child may not present for a month or so. Please keep the puzzle piece in a safe place. The children can draw, colour, cut out pictures, use photos, etc. to decorate their puzzle piece. A new schedule will be posted below, with updates. This only affects a few students. This schedule will let you know when your child will present their puzzle piece. Their is also an example of a puzzle piece that I presented on Thursday to the students. Please practice presenting with your child and ensure that your child is prepared to present on their given day. Those students who were not at school on Thursday will be given a paper puzzle piece next week. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me. 

Thank you for your support,

Mr. Straiton