This week my Kindergarten kids practiced a fall poem entitled Gray Squirrel. You should have seen them as one would pretend to be a squirrel while others were the nasty "winter wind" waiting to catch the squirrel unaware lest he (or she) decide to play instead of collecting nuts!
Kindergarten is such a lovely grade to teach because "fun" activities can be used to teach required standards. In Kindergarten, children must learn to role play, speak clearly and cooperate. Acting out the poem practiced all these skills. Additionally, in order to make their own set of ears, the children had to color and cut. Each of these skills are standards that must be taught. Can you think of anything more delightful?
Teaching these little ones is certainly a challenge. With short attention spans and a craving for routine, lesson plans must be consistent and creative. I am both exhausted and very happy. I hope you are all fairing as well.
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