Help me give my students opportunities to learn through play. Sensory toys and magnetic puzzles to explore! Kinetic sand and sensory beads will be so much fun!
I teach an integrated preschool class. It is made up of typically developing children as well as children with special needs. They are 3, 4 and 5 years old.
They enter class everyday with smiles on their faces and ready to learn!
Our students come from diverse backgrounds and speak many different languages. Despite their many differences, every year we develop into a family.
We follow a structured and consistent routine. We play, we dance, we build. We learn to share and take turns. In preschool we learn through play!
My Project
Sensory play is important for preschool students. Many of my students only opportunity to play with play dough, sand, water, etc. is at school. At a recent workshop, I was reminded of the importance of sensory play. It builds nerve connections in the brain's pathways. It supports language development, cognitive growth, fine and gross motor skills, problem solving skills, and social interaction. And it is fun! Children work on all these skills while they play and have fun! These new toys and materials will be used by my 3 preschool classes. We will use them this year and for years to come.
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