We are already so busy learning routines and rules. We have also been doing a lot of reading too. We are working on singing and spelling many words. This week I have introduced the words red and one. We have worked on letter/sound and formations for letters Bb and Cc. In my handbook, I mentioned Heidi Songs. Heidi Songs are my number ONE teaching tool. I love them and we use them daily. Teachers and kids have fun learning with Mrs. Heidi. I have attached a link to the Heidi Songs page. I wanted to let you know her resources are available for order. She also has many free videos on YouTube.
It has been a pleasure meeting and talking with each of you. We are really off to a wonderful start. I think I have laughed more this week than I have all summer. We are having a blast! Please look for a September newsletter soon.....I apologize for not having it ready but we are still putting some dates on our calendars!
School starts Monday! I was so happy to meet everyone the other night. I think this is going to be a great year. I know some of you may be nervous, but I promise we will make it together! Your child will be having fun before we know it, and all the butterflies will fade away. The first day of Kindergarten is special, so I have a very special book to share. We will be reading The Kissing Hand (By:Audrey Penn) on the first day. This book is about a little raccoon and how he copes with going to school for the first time. I have attached a video of the story. I hope you love it as much as I do. See you on MONDAY!!!! The Kissing Hand Story (Youtube)
Its almost time to start school. I am so excited. I am looking forward to meeting each of you at OPEN HOUSE tomorrow. I really feel like this is going to be an awesome year. I have so many great ideas swimming around in my head.I think I have too many....I can't even sleep! I have to say its all because I work with some of the best teachers. We motivate one another and are really focused on making this year the best yet! So thank you to all of my fellow teachers......I love you guys!
If you have a chance, please stop in and meet our wonderful new principal. Her name is Mrs. Hunter. You can read more about her on the school page. She comes to Old Fort with high expectations for our students. She is going to be Kindergartens biggest cheerleader! We are so happy to welcome her into our family.
See you soon.....I can't wait to meet all of our sweet classroom friends!!!
I was out yesterday and I splurged on four books for the kids....and I'm so glad I did. First of all I won't have to beg and borrow and I can use them all year long. I'm not sure if many of you have heard about PETE THE CAT....but you should probably check him out. Author James Dean, has created a classic. Pete is a groovey laid back cat. I think we can all learn a little something from Pete. If I could suggest one book this year for a beginning kinder....it would have to be Pete the Cat Rocking In My School Shoes. I can't get enough of this cute furry kitten. Learn more about Pete with the link below and check out the video/song I have included for you to use with your kids! Pete the Cat FREE Songs and Publishing Company
