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Science: cover living things, Earth and space,
Materials and matter, forces and energy &
Technology. Make hypothesis and let them do
theirs. Sensory stimulation. Do cooking projects,
Crazy art, water play, sand play, use clay and
observe changes, have a plant in the classroom, offer
textures, smells, taste, observe the clouds, listen to
nature sounds etc follow up, do reports, compare.
Music: Teach at least one song weekly. Sing, sing,
sing…! Use songs for transitional moments.
Differentiate familiar sounds. Ask them to follow
rhythms and copy sound patterns. Use different
instruments and play to recognize them. Promote
expression of feelings through the music and
movement. (Ask child to freely draw or dance while
listening to different music)
Lunch: Lunch time is part of VESS curriculum.
Children are expected to be learning about manners,
nutrition, good hygiene and nutritional habits. Every
child must have a place mat, spoons, napkin and a
cup with something to drink. Encourage them to eat
and enjoy the food. Tell them stories, talk about the
food, describe it, have math talk: more, less, one
more etc.
Make transition fun and busy. Be consistent with
the routine. Have a song for specific moments. Tell
the children what to expect. Give them time and let
them know how much is left.
Toilet: Make child conscious of the process. Do not
force the child. Remind them constantly. Show
them how to get undressed, cleaned up, sit down etc.
Help them.
Last 15’ to 30’: Story time, good bye song. Pick-up
time, language. Have children ready and in a circle
time to greet parents and say good bye to each one.
Coordinate with assistant.
Centers. Invite children to play in different centers.
Offer special activities