Classroom Experience
During the day your child
has many opportunities for learning. We provide a variety of child
initiated and teacher directed activities.
During this time the children have the opportunity to talk to the class about special things that have happened. They may discuss the day's weather, create a calendar and choose a "pet pal". At the morning circle, the teacher will talk about the day's events and the free choice activities table.
Free Choice
During this time the children are able to choose from a variety of activities set up into learning centers by the teachers. The centers that may be available during this time are as follows: block area, writing center, dramatic play center, housekeeping corner, library area, art cart, manipulative center, listening center, sensory table, table games area and a project table. Activities, materials and equipment are geared toward the children's developmental levels. The teacher's plan the classroom carefully to enhance the children's learning. Careful observations are made to help create a classroom environment that meets the needs and developmental levels of all the children.
Music / Movement Activities
Music is a great way to teach concepts to young children in a fun and creative way. The children sing some old favorites and learn some new songs that are destined to become their favorites. They also get an opportunity to work out some wiggles and move their bodies to music.
Snack
Snack is provided by the parent helper for the day. A list of appropriate snacks can be found in the parent handbook and also on the links page. Snack time is a special time of day not only because the children are able to "refuel" but also because it provides an opportunity for socializing. The children enjoy visiting with their classmates and teachers during this time. It also provides the opportunity to talk about healthy food choices and table manners.
Story Time
This is the time of day when the children listen to a special story read by the teacher. The story may not be a book at all but it may be a flannel story, or a story that is simply told to the children using props and sound effects. This is an important language development time for children.
Small Group / Large Motor
During this time, half of the class will participate in a small group activity while the other half participates in a large motor activity. At the end of the activities, the groups switch so that all the children have the opportunity to participate in each area. A small group activity might involve a "draw and tell" activity or a group game that helps teach math or language skills. A large motor activity might involve a bean bag game, ball skill activities or free play on the climbing equipment. Throughout the day, the activities available have been carefully selected by the classroom teachers to meet the needs of the children. Each teacher will have a lesson plan posted outside of the classroom that will let you and your child know what's happening in the classroom that day. These notes are a great way for you to talk with your child about their day.
- Circle Time
- Free Choice
- Music / Movement Activities
- Snack
- Shared Story Time
- Large motor / small group time
During this time the children have the opportunity to talk to the class about special things that have happened. They may discuss the day's weather, create a calendar and choose a "pet pal". At the morning circle, the teacher will talk about the day's events and the free choice activities table.
Free Choice
During this time the children are able to choose from a variety of activities set up into learning centers by the teachers. The centers that may be available during this time are as follows: block area, writing center, dramatic play center, housekeeping corner, library area, art cart, manipulative center, listening center, sensory table, table games area and a project table. Activities, materials and equipment are geared toward the children's developmental levels. The teacher's plan the classroom carefully to enhance the children's learning. Careful observations are made to help create a classroom environment that meets the needs and developmental levels of all the children.
Music / Movement Activities
Music is a great way to teach concepts to young children in a fun and creative way. The children sing some old favorites and learn some new songs that are destined to become their favorites. They also get an opportunity to work out some wiggles and move their bodies to music.
Snack
Snack is provided by the parent helper for the day. A list of appropriate snacks can be found in the parent handbook and also on the links page. Snack time is a special time of day not only because the children are able to "refuel" but also because it provides an opportunity for socializing. The children enjoy visiting with their classmates and teachers during this time. It also provides the opportunity to talk about healthy food choices and table manners.
Story Time
This is the time of day when the children listen to a special story read by the teacher. The story may not be a book at all but it may be a flannel story, or a story that is simply told to the children using props and sound effects. This is an important language development time for children.
Small Group / Large Motor
During this time, half of the class will participate in a small group activity while the other half participates in a large motor activity. At the end of the activities, the groups switch so that all the children have the opportunity to participate in each area. A small group activity might involve a "draw and tell" activity or a group game that helps teach math or language skills. A large motor activity might involve a bean bag game, ball skill activities or free play on the climbing equipment. Throughout the day, the activities available have been carefully selected by the classroom teachers to meet the needs of the children. Each teacher will have a lesson plan posted outside of the classroom that will let you and your child know what's happening in the classroom that day. These notes are a great way for you to talk with your child about their day.
