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It is proven that when children can transfer their classroom learning to real life situations, they retain that knowledge. In addition to my classroom curriculum, I add monthly project-based learning to show children how their education can be used in the real world. Putting the supplies I have requested in their hands, makes the paper and pencil work come to life. Using the blocks to show how a cube looks off of paper, using magnetic manipulatives to make math more than a worksheet, and the floor desks to accommodate learners who need out of that typical learning space will help my students succeed. We can use plastic animals, building blocks, strong paper, and money we can hold. We can make a map of the zoo, learn about habitats, all while doing research and running a zoo snack shop. I challenge them to take this knowledge into the world and involve the people in their lives to learn with them. Not only can my students count money, but they can also go to the donut shop and apply that knowledge. This gives knowledge power. Incorporating families can help with social experiences. Children learned in various ways during the pandemic. I want to remind children to love the classroom and still embrace at home resources to tie it all together. I want to foster the relationship between families and educators which was strained during the pandemic. I want to show them that the world doesn't have to be as stressful because we can learn to navigate it even as 2nd graders. These children haven't experienced a normal school year. After learning the basics of the educational concept, students get the power of putting their knowledge to use. I show them that knowledge is power and it can not be taken from them.

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It is proven that when children can transfer their classroom learning to real life situations, they retain that knowledge. In addition to my classroom curriculum, I add monthly project-based learning to show children how their education can be used in the real world. Putting the supplies I have requested in their hands, makes the paper and pencil work come to life. Using the blocks to show how a cube looks off of paper, using magnetic manipulatives to make math more than a worksheet, and the floor desks to accommodate learners who need out of that typical learning space will help my students succeed. We can use plastic animals, building blocks, strong paper, and money we can hold. We can make a map of the zoo, learn about habitats, all while doing research and running a zoo snack shop. I challenge them to take this knowledge into the world and involve the people in their lives to learn with them. Not only can my students count money, but they can also go to the donut shop and apply that knowledge. This gives knowledge power. Incorporating families can help with social experiences. Children learned in various ways during the pandemic. I want to remind children to love the classroom and still embrace at home resources to tie it all together. I want to foster the relationship between families and educators which was strained during the pandemic. I want to show them that the world doesn't have to be as stressful because we can learn to navigate it even as 2nd graders. These children haven't experienced a normal school year. After learning the basics of the educational concept, students get the power of putting their knowledge to use. I show them that knowledge is power and it can not be taken from them.

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