- Number - review counting 1-10, give "high 10s"
- This is mostly so I can assess where everyone is. Everyone can count to 10! Some can count higher and wanted to be sure I knew it too.
- Letter - We made our Lesson Books today. They picked a colored piece of paper for the front and wrote their names on the cover. A few needed assistance, but everyone was eagerly busy. I think their favorite part of this was picking up their crayons and books and placing them in our little basket when they were finished. Wow! What a awesome group of little learners!
- Circle Time - We learned our song, "I Am Here & You Are Here." There are signs and actions to go with this. The returning children all sang and signed enthusiastically. Our new friends watched and started to join in. Everyone shared their names and favorite colors. It is safe to say that while last semester was the time for all the pink, we now favor yellow. I explained that the material in the room belongs to another class, but I will bring toys for playtime and items for them to explore at Circle Time. We also reviewed our Rhythm.
- Story - One Lighthouse One Moon by Anita Lobel and A Porcupine Named Fluffy by Helen Lester
- Music and Movement - Today we toured the building. Now we know where the bathrooms are, know where our mommies are, and know the way out. All very important information. Once out, we ran. Played ring around the rosy. Discovered cicada shells. Also important, we have buddies when we go outside to be sure we don't loose anyone, and we have quiet, walking feet so we do not disturb the other classes.
- Craft - decorate names. I have their names on large pieces of construction paper for them to adorn with foamies, sequins, feathers, stars.
a younger sibling is ready for class too!
- Play Time - We ran out of time today! Everyone was quite intent with the craft however, so I don't think Play Time was missed.
We had an amazing first class! I cannot wait to Lean and Play with everyone this semester!
Enjoy your child this week! Share with them the story of their name.
