Let It Snow (11/18/16)

Let It Snow (11/18/16)

There is a new student in the classroom that had never seen snow until today. The snowflakes started falling midmorning and it was quite a show. The flakes were bigger than normal, falling faster than normal, and actually accumulating on the ground to create a white blanket over everything. There is something about the first snowfall each year that is exciting for children and adults alike, but the look of astonishment on this student's face is something I will never forget.
My cooperating teacher took the student outside to touch the snow. The student came back into the classroom with a handful of snow with the intent to keep it. Adorable. Naturally this student was unaware that snow melts and the snowball was quickly moved to the classroom sink before creating a puddle.
I don't remember what it was like to see snow for the first time because it has been such a regular part of my life, so being able to witness this moment for one of the students was pretty neat.