In this part of the Summary Report I offer a description of your child in the world of oral and written language. In our classroom, there is an emphasis on children's participation in group discussions. During this period, we've had discussions about fairness on the playground, the life cycle of a caterpillar, the changes a leaf goes through during fall, the way an apple grows, and many more. I try to give you a sense of your child's role in these discussions, both as a listener and as a vocal participant. Many different types and levels of books are available in the room.
Writing is also a daily activity in our classroom.
The information you receive will relate to aspects of your child as a beginning author and writer- attitude and interest in writing, development of writing skills, and accuracy of fine motor skills. Some aspects of the mathematics curriculum are ongoing throughout the year. Each Summary Report will shed light on the character, quality and progress of your child's approach to solving different kinds of mathematical problems. During this period, mathematical concepts such as shapes, colors, numbers, patterning, and sorting are introduced. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.