A few weeks ago, I was working with E.K. (5 years old) on learning some letter sounds and I became concerned about ‘how long’ he was taking to learn his letters. The stressors of teaching and having our Year Two (SK) children get ready for reading took over for a moment, and I began to […]
Reggio Emilia Inspired Fall Explorations: Strategies to Include ELL Children
Happy Fall! The changing seasons always seem to capture the wonder and excitement of the children in our kindergarten program. This year, I’ve made it a point to really listen to and observe the children’s interests before ‘making centres’, and create opportunities for exploring our changing landscape that reflect our local environment. This is especially important for […]
“Like a Mime in a Box”: Supporting Newcomer and English Language Learner Children in the Early Years
Happy September! In Canada, September is the official start of the school year, and for many teachers like myself, it is another chance to experiment with new teaching and learning ideas. As we begin a new school year, I am inspired to write about a topic that is near and dear to my heart – the […]
