While we often think of children's books as fiction books, research has shown that young children often prefer nonfiction over fictional books. On the blog, we share the 5 important ways nonfiction books support children’s development and learning: https://t.co/wARQqrLNWj
"I have since realized that learning to read requires the development of a richer set of skills than simply being able to name letters in activities that are devoid of any meaningful context." https://t.co/da44nS7b25
Bubble day on our ABC countdown! We discovered that the bubble machine blew the most bubbles! 32 at a time!! We also learned that the red bubble wand made the biggest bubbles but the yellow bubble wand makes the most! #bubblemath#butwhy#room1rangers#abcsummercountdown
A new review of 17 studies found that children can learn critical literacy, numeracy and other functional skills often times better through guided play than direct instruction. (via @hechingerreport) https://t.co/ZbA379rjcY
Why did the TN preschool kids do worse in 6th grade than those who did not attend pre-K? Too much passive circle time and too little play! Honored to write a blog with Dale Farran, Peg Burchinal and Kim Nesbitt! https://t.co/RTdnCxdPYm
Mrs. Maxey and Mrs. Collier’s class read Old King Cole this morning and are practicing how to write their first and last names on their crowns! Lots of kings and queens in Room 205! #royaltyinprek