Cat Academy - December

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Word of the month Sharing

Hey awesome pals! Let's dive into the fantastic world of SHARING during the December Holidays, and guess what? It's not just about sharing toys or treats, it's way cooler than that! Picture this: you can share a big, bright SMILE. How amazing is that?

Plus, you can share warm HUGS that make everyone feel cozy inside. Oh, and don't forget about sharing beautiful LETTERS full of love! But wait, there's more magic to sharing!

Moving together together Moving

Alright, Cat Academy pals! Let's try the Holiday Tree Stretch. Find a buddy and give some space.

Touch your palms

Step back

Stand facing each other but keep a little distance.

High-five your friend to start and hold your hands.

Now, step back a bit.

Keep your palms pressed together.

December Master Chun

You can share the joy of music by singing a special tune for your friends. And if your mom, dad or grandma cooks up something delicious, you can totally share that too! Yum! Now, here's something super cool: you can share positive THOUGHTS with people far away who might be going through tough times.

Imagine spreading kindness like a warm, fuzzy blanket!

So, my friends, during this festive season, let's not just share things we can touch but also share our SMILES, HUGS, LETTERS, SONGS, and positive THOUGHTS. What other awesome things do you think we could share to make the December Holidays even more magical? Let your imagination run wild!

Push high

Leaning forward, push your hands up together. Feel the stretch in your back!

Push those hands as high as you can.

Reach for the sky with your Holiday Tree!

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Holidays around the world Hello, curious kittens! I'm ready to take you away on a magical journey. Buckle up as we travel far and wide to uncover the celebrations that bring warmth and joy to every corner of our amazing world!

Akira

Christmas: Celebrated on December 25th, Christmas is a Christian holiday commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. It is widely observed globally with festive decorations, gift-giving, and special meals.

Hanukkah: Also known as the Festival of Lights, is an eight-day Jewish celebration that usually falls in December. It involves lighting the menorah, playing games, and enjoying traditional foods.

Kwanzaa: Celebrated from December 26th to January 1st, Kwanzaa is a cultural holiday in the United States and some other countries. It focuses on principles like unity, self-determination, and collective work.

St. Nicholas Day: Celebrated on December 6th in many European countries, St. Nicholas Day honors the Christian saint known for gift-giving. Children often receive small presents and treats.

Las Posadas: This nine-day celebration leading up to Christmas involves processions, recreation of Mary and Joseph seeking shelter, and festive gatherings in Mexico and some Latin American countries.

Bodhi Day: Celebrated on December 8th, Bodhi Day commemorates the day when Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, attained enlightenment. It is observed by some Buddhist communities with meditation and reflection.

Dongzhi Festival: Celebrated in East Asian countries, including China, Taiwan, and Japan, the Dongzhi Festival marks the winter solstice. Families gather to enjoy special foods and spend time together. wemartialarts.com | thecat.academy | Master: (305) 494-8395 | Registrations (305) 284-0900

Paw-sitive Tales Big Adam

The gift of sharing

Once upon a time, at the Cat Academy, there was a young lion named Big Adam. He had been growing so much lately that his taekwondo gear felt too tight.

As the competition season approached, Big Adam realized his helmet was too small, and his chest protector didn't fit over his expanding chest. Even his paws couldn't squeeze into the gloves and foot protectors.

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His friend Musa, a cool black belt panther, quickly offered him an extra helmet. Big Adam happily accepted, but the chest protector remained a problem. Lee Donahue, a jumpy caracal, had an extra one but hesitated because he thought it was a bit "smelly."

The wise lioness Kiara observed the situation and decided to help clean Lee's chest protector, ensuring Adam could join the training without feeling worried.

With the gear ready, Big Adam still felt hesitant. Master Chun gathered all the cats for a special pep talk, wielding his bamboo stick and declaring, "It's story time!"

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Akira shared a story about her Blue Belt Test, Shawn-Yee remembered his first day wearing glasses, and Cleo recalled her nervousness during her initial class. Peter Jack described the toughness of his first competition, while Sami shared her struggles with learning to talk as a small cheetah. June, the kind jaguar, filled up Adam's water bottle to ease the moment. When it was Lee Donahue's turn to share, he expressed the realization that helping a friend was more important than a little smell, and he enthusiastically joined in the cheering.

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Feeling the love and support from friends sharing these amazing stories, Big Adam felt like a true champion, ready for an incredible training session.

At the end of the training, all the cats shouted together, "Who are we? We are the champions and friends!" The Cat Academy was not just about learning taekwondo; it was a place where friends shared their struggles and victories, celebrating together.

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The End

Stop & Think Imagine you have a big box of colorful crayons, and your friend really wants to use them to draw a beautiful Holiday picture. Here are your Stop & Think questions:

June

A The Lone Artist What if you decide to keep all the crayons to yourself because you really love using them, and you don't want to share with your friend? How might your friend feel, and what could happen next?

B The Generous Giver What if you choose to share some of your favorite crayons with your friend, even though you really like using them? How do you think your friend would feel, and what positive things might happen because you decided to share?

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Teamwork Time What if you and your friend decide to work together, each using some crayons from the big box, to create an even more fantastic picture? How might working together make both of you feel, and what could be the result of your collaboration?

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Sharing Rotation What if you and your friend come up with a plan to take turns using the crayons? How might this arrangement make both of you feel, and what benefits might come from taking turns with the crayons?

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Purr-fect Nutrition

Kiara

Hello, little chefs! Today, we're going to create something absolutely delightful, a Snowman Cheese Board! Get ready for a fun and tasty adventure in the kitchen!

Ingredients: Three cheese wheels Prosciutto or Carrot scarf Cranberry buttons Raisin eyes Carrot or Chili pepper nose

Decorative Additions: Slices of apple Tangerines or Starfruit Olives Walnuts or Pecans Multigrain crackers or bread Instructions: Place the cheese wheels on a plate, to create the snowman shape. Don't forget your trusty assistant (that's your grown-up helper).

Drape the prosciutto or the carrot stripes around the neck of your snowman to create a cozy scarf.

Use cranberries as buttons down the front of the snowman. Press them gently into the cheese.

Carefully place two raisins on the snowman's face to create eyes. Press them into the cheese.

Take a small chili pepper or a piece of carrot and use it as the snowman's nose. Stick it right in the middle of the cheese wheels.

Use slices of apple, starfruit, cranberries and olives to add festive details around your snowman.

Arrange healthy multigrain crackers or slices of bread as the snowy ground for your creation.

Step back and admire your masterpiece!

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WE Can Draw

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Hello little detectives at Cat Academy! Get ready for a fun connecting dots game with a twist. We're unveiling the secret Taekwondo kick of Musa Moku, the Black Belt Panther.

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g in! a dventure be e h t t e l an d Enjoy the game,

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