August 14, 2015
Unit 1 Infant & Young Toddler Yoga Guide 2015
The NEW Infant and 1YO Yoga Guide for Unit 1 is available at the link below: Infant & 1YO Yoga Guide Why Yoga? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and The National Association of the Education for Young Children (NAEYC) recommend that children should participate in activities that support the development of the whole child. Yoga is a safe Read More »
Read MoreAugust 14, 2015
Unit 1 Preschool Math Guide
The Preschool Math Guide for Unit 1 is available at the link below: Preschool Math_Unit 1 You’ll notice that the Unit Guides have been updated for the new school year! The objective of Unit 1 is for your students to have meaningful math experiences during each and every doodle day. This will happen in your classroom by… Introducing and promoting “math talk” Read More »
Read MoreJune 22, 2015
Differentiation Guide: Shipwrecked
Shipwrecked! Ahoy! Shipwrecked week is all about stretching the imagination; embarking on an island adventure with friends. This theme invites children to think critically and creatively to build getaway vessels, construct shelters, gather supplies, and reinvent their favorite games and activities! Below are some specific examples of how to differentiate a variety of lesson Read More »
Read MoreJune 22, 2015
Differentiation Guide: Carnival Days
*Please note* This blog is intended for campers (ages 3+) but toddler teachers may find some ideas easy to adapt. Toddler teachers are also encouraged to review the toddler-specific differentiation ideas found in the Curriculum Notes. As we wind down our summer fun and transition into the new school year, it’s important to reflect on all of Read More »
Read MoreMay 22, 2015
Differentiating Fitness Fun
Differentiating Fitness Fun *Please note* This blog is intended for campers (ages 3+) but toddler teachers may find some ideas easy to adapt. Toddler teachers are also encouraged to review the toddler-specific differentiation ideas found in the Curriculum Notes. Continue your student’s ongoing exploration of fitness and healthy habits. Students are developmentally at all different physical Read More »
Read MoreMay 21, 2015
The mess… is where the magic happens.
The mess…is where the magic happens. We’ve all been there – your gloriously clean and organized classroom slowly but surely starts to lose its glimmer. Each easel paint drip, sensory bin splatter, rice table spill, and toy bin tumble brings on a growing sense of anxiousness and you start envisioning a check list of Read More »
Read MoreApril 17, 2015
May 2015 Pre-K Math
Please read the information in the link below carefully. Your goal is to build growing competency and confidence in the early math skills that have been introduced since September. Each day you will: Facilitate a Daily Fluency Activity Facilitate a Concept Practice Activity Offer a Learning Center Activity The pages within the link below provide specific Read More »
Read MoreApril 17, 2015
May 2015 Preschool Math
Please read the information in the link below carefully. Your goal is to build growing competency and confidence in the early math skills that have been introduced since September. The attached page has specific examples on how to facilitate each center experience. You are also welcome to revisit previous math content to achieve the same goals. Preschool Read More »
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