Wed, Oct 16, 2019 2:10 AM in Friends in Early Childhood
What is the appropriate responce to a child in preschool through third grade when they say "I don't want to play with (blank)"? I am always conflicted because of course I want to teach all my students to love one another and be kind to everyone no matter what. But I also agree that sometimes, you simply don't want to play with that person at that moment. I feel that kids should ...
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Tue, Oct 15, 2019 6:47 PM in Kindergarten Lessons
Hi Payton,
I am also a preservice teacher from Hawaii. Weather is a great science topic for kindergartners because it is relevant to their lives. It affects what they will wear for school, if they can jump in puddles, or throw a snowball. Or in the case of Hawaii, whether the surf will be good afterschool. So I would advise making a hands on experience. Our children need fewer worksheets...
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Tue, Oct 15, 2019 6:40 PM in Gardening at school with young children
Hi Peggy, I think starting a class garden right away is a great idea. Young children benefit so much from working in gardens. Children love to contribute to their community so this is a great way to help fill that need. Kids also love getting down in the dirt, finding worms, digging, playing in mudd, etc. They can learn so much about plants, vegetables, life cycles, and their environment. Gardens...
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