"Tell me and I'll forget; show me and I may remember; involve me and I'll understand."
Author Unknown.
Children need the opportunity to make choices and decisions. When the choices or decision is made, hands-on activities are the best tools for learning. The child is responsible for his/her learning and who knows better what he /she needs at a given time.
Play, play, play, I can't emphasis how important play is in the lives of children. John Locke, theorist, worte of the importance of early childhood and of chidren learning through play. Play gives children time for creativity and to use their imagination with no other purpose but their own. Play also enhances social activity. People need people and play is the best way to develop those much needed social skills.
Parental involvement is extremely important during the early years. children learn best when parents and teachers work together toward the common goal of educating the child. It also boasts the child's self-esteem when parents are actively involved. Please feel free to be a part of your child's education. You are welcome in our classroom anytime.
- 7:40-8:10 arrival
- 7:40-8:25 morning activity, wash hands, prepare for breakfast
- 9:00-9:30 morning greeting, calendar, weather, etc.
- 9:30 Monday-Library
- 9:30-10:30 outdoor play
- 10:30-10:45 large group, story, songs, etc.
- 10:45-11:00 small group activity
- 11:00-12:00 free choice (center time)
- 2:25-2:45 prepare for snack
- 2:25-2:45 prepare for snack
- 12:00-12:25 recall, story, songs, prepare for lunch
- 12:25-1:00 lunch
- 1:00-2:25 nap