Kindergarteners at Dogwood Elementary were rocking in their school shoes this week as they participated in a Pete The Cat scavenger hunt around the school. Entering a new school can be intimidating, but a familiar book character made the new experience fun.
Pete the Cat left clues at all of the important places around Dogwood. Students found the library, the cafeteria, the gym, the office, and the playground with his help. This experience helped them become more comfortable with Dogwood so that they felt at home.
“They already know who he [Pete The Cat] is, and it got them excited to connect him to school,” said kindergarten teacher Tricia Tubbs.
The students had a great time learning about the school, but the best part of any scavenger hunt is the prize. “We got stickers!” said Garner Danielson, who will be rocking in her school shoes with all of her kindergarten friends every day next week.