We've been busy. These last couple weeks we've transitioned to a fall leaf theme. We have taken nature walks around our school to collect leaves. We've played with corn in our sensory table. We've explored the fall colors of brown, red, green, yellow and orange. We've read many fall stories and talked about season changes. We are practicing putting on our own jackets and zipping all by ourselves. Our dramatic play center has been busy since we've added baby dolls and dress up clothing. Next week it'll become a pumpkin farm! We've completed many craft projects. One that we sent home already was the corn letters. Each child explored the first letter of their name in a new way by gluing corn kernels on paper. Teaching literacy with the young child can be done in so many fun ways such as the corn tactile letters but also by making letters out of play dough or practicing letters in finger paint. There are many stages of literacy development. Some children are still scribbling which is a completely normal developmental stage. The key in literacy development is to celebrate each stage. Look for a handout soon in the take home folders with the stages of literacy development.
Our fall celebration will happen on October 30 and 31st from 1-2 p.m. You are invited to join us for a special snack, group time and a little trick or treating. Due to allergies in the class please wait until I send home a list of safe treats to bring in or send in with your child. More info about the parties will be coming soon.
Any questions please never hesitate to call, email or write me a note. I am very much looking forward to this school year. Both our classes are full of fantastic students who are creating great friendships.
Here are some photos of our fun finger painting sensory experience from this week.
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