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The morning message is a component of Morning Meeting that offers a daily opportunity to build community and reinforce key responsibility skills. These seasonal examples weave Fly Five vocabulary into meaningful holiday-themed prompts that support social and behavioral development and strengthen literacy skills.
Monday, December 1, 2025
Good morning, curious learners!
This week, we will explore winter traditions from around the world. Think about one family tradition that helps you feel healthy and supported during the season. We will share during Morning Meeting.
Our celebration planning starts today. Make choices that help us create a safe and welcoming space for all.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Good morning, responsible readers!
December is full of activity. Staying aware of our screen time can help us maintain our well-being as we move through these busy days. Be ready to share one habit that keeps you balanced.
Our book exchange is tomorrow. Bring your selection with you before dismissal.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Good morning, empathetic scholars!
During this holiday season, we are paying special attention to the small acts of kindness that strengthen our class community. Think about an action you can take today that leads to a positive consequence for our class community. We will gather ideas and add them to our kindness list.
Keep noticing moments when someone’s small choice shifts the day in a meaningful way.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
Good morning, observant scientists!
Snow and ice create perfect conditions for investigation. During science, we will study how temperature affects matter and identify what is safe and unsafe when exploring winter weather.
Remember to bring warm layers for our observation walk.
Friday, December 5, 2025
Good morning, storytellers!
Today, we will enjoy winter poems that highlight the choices people make during the season. Notice when a character takes an action that brings either a positive or negative consequence to the story.
Our guest reader arrives at 10 am. Welcome them warmly as they join our class.
Monday, December 8, 2025
Good morning, creative writers!
Today, you will craft a narrative from a winter memory. As you write, think about a moment when you faced a challenge and made an accountable choice. Use clear language to show how that decision shaped your experience.
Peer conference partners will be shared at the start of class.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Good morning, thoughtful planners!
Our community celebration is approaching. Your task this morning is to design an activity that helps classmates feel safe and included. Think about what keeps a gathering healthy and enjoyable for everyone.
Be ready to present your idea during our planning circle.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Good Morning, fourth graders!
As we look back on our year, reflect on a time when you showed responsibility in a meaningful way. Consider moments when you evaluated a choice, recognized its consequence, and adjusted your next action.
Our celebration begins this afternoon. Bring your materials so we can set up together.
These quick options let you highlight seasonal themes and digital literacy:
Write an example of a positive consequence that can come from working well with a partner.
For a more comprehensive look at how you can use Morning Meeting to build community and reinforce key responsibility skills, join us for the one-day workshop Morning Meeting in PreK–2: School-Ready Behavior, which focuses on using Morning Meeting structures (including the morning message) to teach listening, cooperation, self-regulation, and other foundational behaviors. You can find upcoming dates and locations on our event schedule.
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