Fall into Learning!

Fall is a time of change in nature, but so is Winter, Spring and Summer!

Fall is a time for observation, but so is Winter, Spring and Summer!

Fall is a time for investigation, but so is Winter, Spring and Summer!

Fall is a time for TEACHING!  Ok, you know what comes next...

so is Winter, Spring and Summer!

Children can learn the meaning of pigmentation and watch as the process 

takes place.  

They can be re-introduced to primary colors, and identify the secondary colors

found nature! 

Children can learn ways to help save the earth, and try the things that grown-ups

do daily to help eliminate waste.

Fall is a wonderful time to explore animals, their behavior and their habitats.  

Children can be introduced to Venn Diagrams to show how we are like and

different from animals.

Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall are also perfect seasons for snuggling and giving

hugs.

                                  My Recycled Learning Tree!

What A Teacher!

 Great Preschool Teachers really make a difference in the lives of young children and their families. The smallest person in the family is often regarded as the most powerful one. Why? Is it because of their cute faces and non-verbal gestures that we all

adore? Who can resist the smile of their child? Let me ask that question another way, "Who can resist the smile of their youngest child? No one! 

Think back to when your child was one day old. Think of your greatest moments with him or her. Think of your greatest fears? Were you concerned about what he or she will wear tomorrow?  Probably not.  Most people cherished the moment. The first fear was probably the fear of going to work and sending your child to an alternate caregiver, right?  Let me ask you a few questions...Do you believe that there are great preschools and preschool teachers out there?  Have you ever enrolled your child into a Childcare facility? If you have used the Childcare system, do you remember the name of your child's preschool teacher? If you do, does that mean the teacher was fantastic? Let's think about who could qualify to be a "Fantastic Preschool Teacher". After reading the list below, please share your thoughts!

Could great Preschool teachers be those who:

-greet you with pleasantries 

-write you daily / weekly notes
-pass state mandated courses

-take In-service classes annually
-respect young children

-show peers and clients respect

-use positive options when guiding

-teaches children to solve problems
-write age-appropriate lesson plans
-implement age-appropriate lessons 

 while recognizing teachable moments

-are nurturing everyday
-are sensitive to young children's emotional needs
-sing transition songs
-speak to children at their eye level

What do you think makes a great Teacher?

Beverly F. Jones