Safety and Fun are Number 1!
Preschool is often a student's first time in a school setting. School is new and exciting. It can also be challenging to learn in a new environment and have different expectations then what a child is previously accustomed. In my class, I want kids to learn to enjoy coming to school and to feel safe. If someone does not feel safe, they cannot learn. I try to create this environment by learning through play. We start each day with facilitated play where many preferred items are put on tables for children to warm up to the classroom. During this play time language, turn taking, motor skills, and self-help skills are all being developed. During circle and center time students are learning those important learning to learn skills such as sitting in a chair and waiting for either their turn or for directions. Throughout the day your young leaner is provided with positive praise and feedback. |