Ms. Faye's Perky Preschool Blog

We finished our unit proudly presenting their research about their chose community helper.  They read the book and showed their posters to their parents and the Grade 1 students. They came to school wearing the complete uniform or outfit. They spent the day proudly internalizing their roles and responsibilities and confidently answering questions asked to them.   

It is truly mind-blowing to  witness how these young learners progressed in their over all skills since they started in preschool!  Proving that instilling responsibility is possible, even to young learners when they are motivated and given proper guidance.  Throughout the unit, they have continuously pursued to finish their research that will be presented to the school community.  During the 'finding out' stage, they have been immersed in many different experiences and concepts that helped them develop their understanding of the central idea and the key concepts.  They also used different ATLs to develop the behavior and skills to engage in learning.  They have  'sorted out' the information that are relevant to answer the unit questions.  These past weeks, they are 'going further' and are completing their work to be presented.  Something that are worth looking forward to see are.. The Learner Profile of the Community Helper, The Tool Bag with all the things u

The best way to understand something is to experience it. Preschool Police for a day was one fun and exciting experience they had in this unit. The whole school were informed that Preschool will help to make the school safe for everyone.  They did not disappoint.  During outside play, they reminded some students to play fair and be careful not to hurt other students. They also helped out the teachers return the toys inside the boxes after play.  One brave preschool police even called out an older student that was caught standing on the table!  “That is not allowed and safe. You might get hurt.” - Haruto  Little Teachers  They taught a simple skill  to G5/6 students and teachers to experience being a teacher for a day.  Like teachers, Haruto showed the students how we tell the days using the calendar. He also explained the importance of knowing the schedule for the day to help you become organized.  Emma taught them how Number Bonds or ‘sticky numbers work’. As a teacher, Umi taught her