Extend Learning 

Home Reading Program - Every week your child will bring home a short poem,  or math fact to practice.  These may be accompanied by small activities that can facilitate learning (for example practice writing letters of the alphabet, or counting objects).  Your child will also bring home a leveled book to practice reading, and a reading log.   At this stage of development it is important to read with your child in some way every single night, whether it be to read aloud a fun picture book, have them identify letters and sound out simple words,  and by asking questions about books to further comprehension and understanding.   This will start at the end of October.

*Home reading folders must return to school every Thursday so that we can send home new materials by Friday.

Popcorn words are high frequency words.  They can be sung to the tune of "Mary Had a Little Lamb".  Knowledge of these words will help your child to read.  Change the order of the words to create a challenge. 

like     a       I      he       and        in       that           

of           is             it            to          can          

the  was   big     no       me      said       go     

my    am   yes    we    see     went

Ask your child about their day.  Have them tell you what they liked or what they were unsure of.  Allow children to persue their interests and be proud of their learning. Support them where necessary.  

Turn everyday situations into math problems. Use snacks, toys, etc. as manipulatives.  For example "If I give you twelve crackers and you eat half of them, how many are left?" or "It is 3 o'clock now and we plan to be at the park for half an hour.  What time will it be when we leave?"  etc.  

Practice writing by creating greeting cards, shopping lists, or notes to friends

Give your child ample time and opportunity for unstructured play  in and especially outdoors.  Engage them in conversations about what they are doing, play along side them, and spark their natural curiosities!