The one thing that I hear often as a teacher from parents is that their child doesn’t say too much especially about school. It is something that all parents can agree on. The conversation of “how was your day” and hearing the response “fine”. In my family, finding creative ways […]
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5 Senses – Experience the Season of Fall
Delving into the five senses during the fall season with children can be both fun and educational. Introducing one sense at a time, gives your students the opportunity to really use that particular sense whether it be the sense of seeing, hearing, tasting, touching or smelling. There are many imaginative […]
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Kindergarten Interviews
Kindergarten Interviews: Getting to know your new students and learning what their strengths and needs are. The Kindergarten Interview takes place that first week back where you meet some new little faces and their parents. Each interview is about 30 minutes. There have been many opinions on what to do […]
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Getting to know your students
It’s that time of year again! New class rosters are in your hands, and students will be coming through those classroom doors before long! It’s time to get to know your students and read their student files. Why is it important to read though student files before the start of […]
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Does your child hold their pencil correctly?
To hold a pencil, your child or student needs to form a triangle with their thumb, index and middle finger. This is known as a basic tripod grip. With this grip, your child or student has optimal control over their pencil. For some children this fine motor task is challenging. […]
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