As the year has progressed my students have given me the most reasons for continuation.
Every day after lunch, they want their math book. If there is a change in schedule, they are not happy! Even though best practices indicate the need for a stated purpose to the learning before starting, the children often ask me to just read the title and show the pictures so they can predict (guess) what we will be learning about.
Due to the children's love of the stories, I have broken my golden rule and allowed them access to my teaching books. Any book I have read is now available for them for two weeks after I have read it.
Through observation I have seen a deeper understanding of the beginning math concepts introduced, even in my ESE students.
Many of my fellow kindergarten teachers (at my school) have begun borrowing my books on a regular basis. I have been approached by first grade teachers for book titles to use to revisit (or review) a kindergarten topic.
When our media specialist asked for book title to order, I sent her my list for possible additions to our book selections. This would allow the students to check out their favorite books and give teachers more access to the titles.
I am so excited to hear how successful your Change Project has been not only to you and your students, but to others at your school as well.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see the list of books to use in my classroom as well! :)
ReplyDeleteI love how your project is already being paid forward and your books are taking on a life of their own with EVERYONE! What a great project Mary and the repetition must be so powerful with your ESE and ESOL students.
ReplyDeleteI love how your project is already being paid forward and your books are taking on a life of their own with EVERYONE! What a great project Mary and the repetition must be so powerful with your ESE and ESOL students.
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