Morning folders

We began our morning work folders. The folders have work that the children may not have finished the day before. It also contains work more appropriate at each child's learning level. I will continue to make improvements to these folders throughout the next few weeks. 

Morning message

Every day the children help me read the message. Then we take turns voting by drawing a tally mark.

Letter puzzles

The kindergarteners are continuing to work with letters in a variety of ways. We are still focusing mainly on letters b, t, and f as a whole class. 

Work Stations

We have work stations daily in kindergarten. Students work at specific stations in the classroom. Each child works with a small group of children. One group works with me each day as well. below are some activities we are doing this week.

Students glue letter tiles for letter recognition or word building.

Students roll the dice to write letters using various colors.

Students sort pictures by beginning consonant sounds.

Students work with their first names by tracing, building with letter tiles, and writing in pencil.

Science fun!

We are learning about our 5 senses. We began by identifying all 5 senses and giving examples of each. We used some of our senses to explore shaving cream and glitter. We also went on a nature walk outside to use our sense of sight.

Learning letters t, b, f

As part of our Fundations curriculum, we began learning the proper letter formation and letter sounds of t, b, and f. These are called "sky line letters." They all begin at the top when writing. Ask your child the sounds of these three letters. We will be working on them the rest of this week. 

Various exercises in reading and writing

We are reinforcing that reading and writing are fun and exciting activities.

Students enjoy using crayons and markers at the writing center. Many children made little pictures for their families.

Students began practicing independent reading. They each had two small books. They practiced turning the pages ans some children read the words!