Distance learning is something I thought I would never see in preschool, as it is without a doubt not developmentally appropriate. But - here we are! This leaves me scratching my head, trying to think of a way to make distance learning appropriate in preschool.
To add to the stress, the students in my preschool come from low-income households with varying risk factors.
Online learning becomes a greater challenge when some families don't have the internet (even in the year 2020) or lack the basic school supplies. This creates an unimaginable challenge - but one that I am willing to do whatever it takes to make sure my students can still receive an education, even from afar.
My Project
How does a teacher teach math concepts to preschoolers from a distance? How does a teacher make it developmentally appropriate and engaging, yet easy enough for a parent to help guide the student? Even more so, how can I bring a smile to my student's faces, when their young 4-year-old self just wants to go to school because they do not understand what is going on in the world.
While I can't hug my students right now - with your help, I can bring a smile to their faces.
Before we left for what would ultimately be the end of the school year, I sent my students home each with a bingo dabber to do activities. Now - I would like to add a smile to their face with a special item that will be sent directly to their house. These journals will be used to learn math in combination with the bingo dabbers markers that have been sent home.
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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