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The Little People of Tomorrow PreschoolAshley Covington, Cassa.docxoreo10
The Little People of Tomorrow Preschool
Ashley Covington, Cassandra Fredrick, David Gould, Shannon Kline, & April Underwood
Preschool Age
Preschool boys and girls are between the ages of 2 to five years old. They are very active and curious.
The Preschool Classroom
A preschool classroom needs to be organized, and the materials need to be accessible to all children,
Safety is the number one priority when it comes to preschoolers.
The furniture needs to be oversized and cushy.
The classroom should be divided into centers that are labeled so the children will associate the word with the activity.
All centers need to be visually accessible
Preschool Centers
Preschools need a classroom that is inviting and safe for the children to explore. It need to be spacious and provides a lot of room for them to explore.
Diverse Population
Read books that contain diverse characters
Look at magazines and photos that contain different cultures
Play games and use dolls that are of different diversities
Watch shows or videos that feature diverse population
Allow guest speakers to come in and share with the students
Talk and introduce about other languages
Teach about Geography
Make different foods for them to try
Play dress up to different customs
Decorate your room to incorporate diversity
Language Development
We as teachers and most of all parents, must never assume that a child is a certain age is just like everyone else. If you are a parent and are concerned about your child’s development, speak to the teacher and also consult with your child’s primary care provider.
Developmental Activities for Preschoolers
Make a scrapbook of favorite or familiar things by cutting out pictures. Group them into categories, such as things to ride on, things to eat, things for dessert, fruits, things to play with. Create silly pictures by mixing and matching pictures. Glue a picture of a dog behind the wheel of a car. Talk about what is wrong with the picture and ways to "fix" it. Count items pictured in the book.
Read to the child. Sometimes "reading" is simply describing the pictures in a book without following the written words. Choose books that are sturdy and have large colorful pictures that are not too detailed. Ask your child, "What's this?" and encourage naming and pointing to familiar objects in the book. Sing simple songs and recite nursery rhymes to show the rhythm and pattern of speech. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is the professional, scientific, and credentialing association for more than 150,000 members and affiliates who are audiologists, speech-language pathologists and speech, language, and hearing scientist.
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Creating Little Botanist was presented at the Anchorage Association for the Education of Young Children Conference February 2015 by Katie Olson. Katie has over 12 years experience working as the Directress at The Learning Tree Montessori and also serves as the Program Chair at Alaska Christian College in Soldotna. This session takes a look at the importance of creating a connection with the natural world in order to help young children self-regulate, focus, develop observation skills, and develop a life-long loving relationship with nature. This session helps outline how educators might develop a framework for an outdoor experiential classroom for children 3-11.
The Little People of Tomorrow PreschoolAshley Covington, Cassa.docxoreo10
The Little People of Tomorrow Preschool
Ashley Covington, Cassandra Fredrick, David Gould, Shannon Kline, & April Underwood
Preschool Age
Preschool boys and girls are between the ages of 2 to five years old. They are very active and curious.
The Preschool Classroom
A preschool classroom needs to be organized, and the materials need to be accessible to all children,
Safety is the number one priority when it comes to preschoolers.
The furniture needs to be oversized and cushy.
The classroom should be divided into centers that are labeled so the children will associate the word with the activity.
All centers need to be visually accessible
Preschool Centers
Preschools need a classroom that is inviting and safe for the children to explore. It need to be spacious and provides a lot of room for them to explore.
Diverse Population
Read books that contain diverse characters
Look at magazines and photos that contain different cultures
Play games and use dolls that are of different diversities
Watch shows or videos that feature diverse population
Allow guest speakers to come in and share with the students
Talk and introduce about other languages
Teach about Geography
Make different foods for them to try
Play dress up to different customs
Decorate your room to incorporate diversity
Language Development
We as teachers and most of all parents, must never assume that a child is a certain age is just like everyone else. If you are a parent and are concerned about your child’s development, speak to the teacher and also consult with your child’s primary care provider.
Developmental Activities for Preschoolers
Make a scrapbook of favorite or familiar things by cutting out pictures. Group them into categories, such as things to ride on, things to eat, things for dessert, fruits, things to play with. Create silly pictures by mixing and matching pictures. Glue a picture of a dog behind the wheel of a car. Talk about what is wrong with the picture and ways to "fix" it. Count items pictured in the book.
Read to the child. Sometimes "reading" is simply describing the pictures in a book without following the written words. Choose books that are sturdy and have large colorful pictures that are not too detailed. Ask your child, "What's this?" and encourage naming and pointing to familiar objects in the book. Sing simple songs and recite nursery rhymes to show the rhythm and pattern of speech. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is the professional, scientific, and credentialing association for more than 150,000 members and affiliates who are audiologists, speech-language pathologists and speech, language, and hearing scientist.
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The Little People of Tomorrow PreschoolAshley Covington, Cassa.docxcherry686017
The Little People of Tomorrow Preschool
Ashley Covington, Cassandra Fredrick, David Gould, Shannon Kline, & April Underwood
Preschool Age
Preschool boys and girls are between the ages of 2 to five years old. They are very active and curious.
The Preschool Classroom
A preschool classroom needs to be organized, and the materials need to be accessible to all children,
Safety is the number one priority when it comes to preschoolers.
The furniture needs to be oversized and cushy.
The classroom should be divided into centers that are labeled so the children will associate the word with the activity.
All centers need to be visually accessible
Preschool Centers
Preschools need a classroom that is inviting and safe for the children to explore. It need to be spacious and provides a lot of room for them to explore.
Diverse Population
Read books that contain diverse characters
Look at magazines and photos that contain different cultures
Play games and use dolls that are of different diversities
Watch shows or videos that feature diverse population
Allow guest speakers to come in and share with the students
Talk and introduce about other languages
Teach about Geography
Make different foods for them to try
Play dress up to different customs
Decorate your room to incorporate diversity
Language Development
We as teachers and most of all parents, must never assume that a child is a certain age is just like everyone else. If you are a parent and are concerned about your child’s development, speak to the teacher and also consult with your child’s primary care provider.
Developmental Activities for Preschoolers
Make a scrapbook of favorite or familiar things by cutting out pictures. Group them into categories, such as things to ride on, things to eat, things for dessert, fruits, things to play with. Create silly pictures by mixing and matching pictures. Glue a picture of a dog behind the wheel of a car. Talk about what is wrong with the picture and ways to "fix" it. Count items pictured in the book.
Read to the child. Sometimes "reading" is simply describing the pictures in a book without following the written words. Choose books that are sturdy and have large colorful pictures that are not too detailed. Ask your child, "What's this?" and encourage naming and pointing to familiar objects in the book. Sing simple songs and recite nursery rhymes to show the rhythm and pattern of speech. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is the professional, scientific, and credentialing association for more than 150,000 members and affiliates who are audiologists, speech-language pathologists and speech, language, and hearing scientist.
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Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology:
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Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
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This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
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The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
We all have good and bad thoughts from time to time and situation to situation. We are bombarded daily with spiraling thoughts(both negative and positive) creating all-consuming feel , making us difficult to manage with associated suffering. Good thoughts are like our Mob Signal (Positive thought) amidst noise(negative thought) in the atmosphere. Negative thoughts like noise outweigh positive thoughts. These thoughts often create unwanted confusion, trouble, stress and frustration in our mind as well as chaos in our physical world. Negative thoughts are also known as “distorted thinking”.
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2. Centennial College Early Childhood Education
Student Name: Izabela Andova
Agency: Gilder Childcare Centre
Age range of children: Preschoolers
Centre Focus: Emergent
ANECDOTAL OBSERVATION
In an outdoor play the children
noticed how the maple seed macros
(helicopter) were falling down from
the tree. They started to collect the
ones that were on the ground and
throw them in the air to see how
they would twirl around and fall on
the ground. These maple seed
helicopters seemed interesting for
the children. The children develop
questions about the leaves. The
children also were using descriptive
words.
POSSIBLE CUES
- Collecting leaves
- Asking questions about the
different size or color leaves
- Exchanging, counting and
sorting leaves
- Throwing the leaves in the
air while singing and
dancing and also seeing how
they will fall down
- Explore the leaves in water
and sand
- Being creative with the
leaves by painting, stenciling
or making a leaves album so
the children can see feel the
texture of the leaves, also see
the different size, color and
shape.
3. Possible Interests Web:
Small group experience (circle) to confirm interest in the topic: (describe all
parts of your circle)
I had the leaves expo displaying different shapes, sizes and colors. I also asked
the children to touch and feel the leaves on their own. Asked the children what
they think about the leaves which led to an interesting explore situations.
Procedure:
I sat down in a circle with the children had the leaves in a try and on the ground
and started to ask the children open-ended questions about their knowledge of
the leaves.
4. Consider the following and fully describe how you INTEND to explore
your chosen experience with preschoolers
How will you introduce the experience?
What lures might you use to attract the children?
Preschoolers require support and guidance to fully explore an
experience. How will you guide and support their interactions with
the materials and each other and with you? COLLABORATION
Closure is important in any planned experience. How will you end the
experience with the children? What guidance strategies would be
helpful to use?
BEFORE YOU BEGIN YOUR 6 EXPERIENCES IN THE PROJECT,
COMPLETE THIS GROUP (CIRCLE) TO BE SURE OF THE CHILDREN’S
INTEREST IN THE TOPIC
Arrange a date, and time to implement your chosen experience using
the elements you defined in your procedure.
5. Evaluation and Reflection:
NOW THAT YOU HAVE COMPLETED THIS GROUP EXPERIENCE
(CIRCLE):
How did it go? ARE THE CHILDREN STILL INTERESTED IN THE TOPIC?
I think this experience went well, all of the children seemed interested in
exploring the different colors, shape, size and texture leaves.
WILL THE INQUIRY PROCESS WORK WITH THIS TOPIC? WHY OR
WHY NOT?
The topic of the leaves is suitable for an investigation because there are different
shapes, sizes and colors of leaves.
They connect to outdoors, creative play, readable books and discussing and
answering questions related about leaves.
6. Dear ECE Supervising Teacher:
PLEASE SIGN INDICATING THE STUDENT COMPLETED THE GROUP
EXPERIENCE (CIRCLE) WITH THE CHILDREN
Thank you.
Signature: ______________________________________________
(ECE TEACHER WHO OBSERVED THE CIRCLE)
DATE:___________________________________________
7. Rationale:
During the outdoor play and after observing the children’s excitement when
the maple seeds helicopters were falling down I realize that the children
were curious about the different leaves.
Based on my observation I decided to give the children different ways of
exploring the leaves. I prepared some activities where the children will be
able to discover and demonstrate comprehension of the leaves. These
activities are based on the children’s development domains.
The activities that we will be doing during this exploration include:
-Dancing while throwing the leaves
-Counting, Sorting and classifying the leaves
-Painting and stenciling on and with the leaves
-Reading books
-Discussing the different colors, size, shape and texture
I am planning to make a scrapbook from the pictures that we are taking
while doing this activities, this will be helpful for the children to look back
and remember the fun memories. I am hoping that all this activities will be a
positive influence on the children and on you as parents.
Thank you,
Izabela Andova
8. K (know) W (what do we
want to know)
H (how will we
learn it)
L (learn)
Crunchy Why do leaves change
color in fall?
Asking questions about
the different shapes
and size leaves?
Gigantic one Texture Put the leaves in water
and sand
It has black on it Shape Painting on the leaves
My got broken Size Sing songs about leaves
Different shapes Explore different colors Dancing while throwing
the leaves
Green, brown, purple What tree did this leaf
came from?
Count, sort and classify
10. This is my scrapbook for the children at Gilder Childcare Centre
11. These are some of the art activities that we did with the children painting on the leaves and
stenciling with leaves stencils. These activities gave the children to be creative and to use their
imagination.
12. We also explore the leaves in water and sand. These are sensory acuities that are age
appropriate for the children.
We did some dancing and singing while throwing leaves in the air which this activity helps
develop their gross motor skills.
13. By placing the leaves on the floor I gave the children a chance to touch the leaves and also sort,
count and classifying by size, color and different shapes.
Also I made an album in a Ziploc begs with different size, color and texture and this seemed so
interesting for the children that they were flipping through and talking about the different
leaves and by touching the leaves they were using their language domain by talking to each
other about hoe the leaves feel and which leaf they saw outside in the playground.
14. This is my documentation along with my webs and the rationale that I put at the center. This
gave me the opportunity to interact with the parents and also to let them know what their
children were doing with the leaves and learning about them.
15. Phase Two
Based on my anecdotal observation that I did in an outdoor play when the children noticed the
leaves are falling down from the tree, and from the children’s interest and the questions that they
had about the leaves and also their cues I decided to do this assignment about leaves so the
children can learn more about the different texture, size and shape of leaves.
By the children’s cues I put together some activities that were age appropriate and will enrich the
children`s development in different domain areas. I also put some pictures on a Bristol board for
the parents to see what their children are doing with the leaves and what are they learning about.
According to Albert Bendura that children learn by imitating what they see I tried to implement
the activities so they are appropriate for the children and by showing and mentoring them that the
children would actively try to understand what I was trying to teach them and by doing that the
children gain a sense of self-efficacy.
I did variety of different domains and by being creative the children were involved in the
activities which that gave them the opportunity to explore and learn more about leaves.
I already extended my activities by making an album for the children with the leave from a zip
lock begs which that gave them a chance to talk about the leaves and also touch the texture and
see the different size, shape and color leaves.
And from all this activities the children learned that the leaves are coming in different shapes,
sizes, colors, also that there are different trees and that the leaves are falling down in fall.
17. K (know) W (what do we
want to know)
H (how will we
learn it)
L (learn)
Crunchy Why do leaves change
color in fall?
Asking questions about
the different shapes
and size leaves?
That the leaves are
different in shape and
size because there are
different trees.
Gigantic one Texture Put the leaves in water
and sand
That the leaves feel
rough and dry but soft
when we put them in
water.
It has black on it Shape Painting on the leaves That painting on the
leaves was interesting
and fun.
My got broken Size Sing songs about leaves That they learned new
song about the leaves
that we made up.
Different shapes Explore different colors Dancing while throwing
the leaves
That dancing while
throwing the leaves in
the air was so much fun
Green, brown, purple What tree did this leaf
came from?
Count, sort and classify That we can count the
leaves and also see the
different shapes and
colors.
18. The celebration
As a celebration to wrap up my activities and to see what the children learned about the leaves
what I did is:
I sat down on the carpet with a group of children and show them the scrapbook that I made for
them. When they saw the scrapbook they were so interested to see what was all about, but then
they saw the pictures and started to see and recognize them self’s in the pictures and what they
did. Then I started to asked them questions about what did they know about the leaves and the
activities that we did, one of the children said “We had so much fun when we were dancing and
singing I liked it” another child said “I like playing with the leaves in the water they feel soft”
then another child said “Bella do you remember when we were throwing the leaves and they got
stuck on the fence it was so much fun”.
By talking with the children about the activities that we did with the leaves I think they learned a
lot, that they know there are different size, shape and that the leaves are changing colors from
green to yellow and orange and that they are falling in fall and after that winter is coming and
then Santa is coming too. Some of the children said that they are sad that the leaves are gone and
that the trees are empty now, but then they said that the leaves will come back on the trees.
19. Reflection
My interactions with the children, ECE`s and the parents during the documentation project
contribute to creating a respectful relationships by being creative and thinking of new and
productive ways to do interesting activities for the children, also by being able to provide wise
guidance to the children, and by being fair and treating the children the ECE`s and the parents
with respect. This documentation helped me demonstrate the activities that we were supposed to
do with the children and also helped the ECE`s, children and the parents understand what the
activities will be about. As an example of this was when I extended my activities and I made the
album with leaves from Ziploc bags that was creative and the children seemed so interested in
looking through and touching the leaves and also they were talking to their parents about it. That
also gave me a chance to interact with the parents and further explain what activities we are
doing. I believe by being respectful and knowing how to create mutually respectful relationships
with the children, ECE`s and the parents gave me the opportunity to interact in a positive way
and by building a relationships based on equality, respect and mutual understanding we develop
that respect towards each others. My believes on how children learn is that children learn from
their mentors and that they are imitating what they see and hear which is Albert Bandura`s
theory.
The children and I learned more about the surroundings by playing which is the main way
children learn and develop ideas about the world and the surroundings which it helps them
build the skills necessary for critical thinking and the leadership that is how they learn to solve
problems and to feel good about their ability to learn.
Izabela Andova