READING STRATEGIES FOR UNKNOWN WORDS

May1

When reading a leveled book together, if your child comes to an unknown word and asks you for help, help them point to the first letter of the word. Ask “What sound does that letter make?” Help them to make the sound…look at the picture..stretch the sounds..put them together.

Think about the Meaning

Encourage readers to THINK about what they are reading. Here are some things you can say to help them do just that:

What would make sense in the sentence?
You read ________. Does that make sense?
Look at the picture to help you read the word.
Think about what is happening in the story right now.
Go back to the beginning of that sentence and start it again.
Skip over the word and continue reading until the end of the sentence. Now, go back to the beginning of the sentence and start again.

Use Visual Clues from the Words

Look at the first letter(s) of the word. Say the first sound(s).
If the word is ____________, what would you expect to see at the beginning/middle/end of the word?
Spell the word out loud. Look at each letter.
We’ve seen that word before in this book. Let’s find it on the other page.
Do you see a part of the word (word chunk) that you already know?
Let’s cover up a part of the word and read the part we see. (For example, if the word is jumping, cover up the -ing)
Sound it out. (This only works if the child has the word knowledge and/or strategies.)
Do you see a prefix in the word that you know? (longer words)
Do you see a suffix in the word that you know? (longer words)

Time for Storytime: David McKee reads Elmer

Apr27

Here is a link to a read aloud! Listen to the story and then retell the story to someone at home. Draw a picture and write what happened in the beginning, middle and end using the words: First, Next, Last

Enjoy a story today about kindness.

Apr21

After listening to the story, try to find 3 kind acts to do for your family.

Storytime with Mr.Higgins

Apr17

Happy Friday!

Today’s Storytime with Mr. Higgins will be at 1:30!

Join Storytime at this link: meet.google.com/prp-rwzc-ncy
Join by phone‪+1 857-245-6283‬ PIN: ‪561 680 555‬#

Handwriting

Apr15

Hello!

Looking for handwriting practice for your child? Just click on the link for downloadable and printable practice files.

https://www.zaner-bloser.com/learn-at-home-literacy-resources.php

Writing Prompts

Apr14

Hello parents,

I am sharing some writing prompts. It is important that your child writes everyday in a writing journal for at least 20 minutes Your child can also draw a picture that represents their writing. Once your child is done, have your child read their writing to the family!

I get excited when………
My favorite birthday present was……….
If I could be a superhero I would be………
My idea of fun is……..
If I lived in a jungle I would….
My favorite season is…….
On my first day of school I………
If I could be an animal I would be……
My favorite kind of weather is……
What I know most about is……..
My favorite food is……..
I’m a good friend because…..
My favorite out-of-school activity is…..
If I was president I would…..
I’m best at…..
I wish people knew that…..
If I was invisible I would….
The last time I laughed really hard was when…..
What is your favorite thing about your house? Why?
Write about your parents. Where were they born? What do they like?

Tips for Helping Learners Work Independently

Apr13

Dav Pilkey At Home Activities

Apr2

“Captain Underpants” Writer/Illustrator Dav Pilkey will Host Virtual Drawing Classes, Readings, and More. The videos and other content will be free to the public. What a great way to have fun!

Check out the link below:

https://kids.scholastic.com/kids/books/dav-pilkey-at-home/

At-Home Activities for Social Interaction & Self Regulation

Mar27

Here is a list of activities to support social and emotional health while at home with family. These activities also promote physical and cognitive development.

5-10 Minutes	10-15 Minutes	30-45 Minutes
Color a picture	Take a walk and take pictures!	Play a board game:Apples to ApplesLifeBattleShipCluePictionaryScrabbleMonopoly (may take longer)
Thinking Putty	Ride a bike	Take a walk and take pictures!
Do a puzzle	Play outside	Ride a bike
Jump rope	Sidewalk chalk	Play outside
Hula Hoop	Do a puzzle	Bake a sweet
Mini exercises:LungesCrunchesSquatsBurpees	Read a book	Have a scavenger hunt
Build a paper airplane and fly it	You tube break:10 minute meditation	Build a fort with pillows and blankets
Tell a joke	Hide and Seek	Read a chapter book
Mad Libs	Play a card game (Kings in the Corner, Spoons, Euchre)	Create an obstacle course indoors or outdoors
You tube break:10 minute meditation	Play a board game: Trouble. Sorry	Painting

Reading/Writing activity

Mar26

Listen to the story! Draw a picture of your favorite part and tell someone about it.

SYLVESTER AND THE MAGIC PEBBLE

Sylvester and the Magic Pebble

Read books from book bag!

Writing:

What is your favorite thing to play outside?
I like to play outside. My favorite thing to do outside is_____________.

Please keep practicing your sight words!

Mar25

Reading/Writing Activity

Mar24

Close Reading

Reading:Listen to Carla’s Sandwich! https://www.storylineonline.net/books/carlas-sandwich

Tell your favorite part of the story to your parents.

Draw a picture and write using this sentence stem: My favorite part of the story is… because….

Read books from book bag!

Log on to Raz Kids for 15-20 minutes!

Writing: Personal Narratives:Write about your favorite toy. What do you like best about it?

My favorite toy is________.

Speech and Language Activities

Mar23

Dear Parents,

Here is a list of ideas to help your children develop their speech and language skills while we are off:

Speech and Language Home Suggestions for Emergencies Handout

Play a game where you hide something and give your child specific directions on how to find it (i.e. Go up the stairs. Turn right and walk to 10 steps. Look behind the pillow.) Then have your child take a turn hiding something and giving you specific directions.
Play a game where you describe an item and have your child guess what you are talking about. Then have your child take a turn describing an item for you to guess.
Write a sentence, cut the words apart, mix up the words, and have your child put the words in order.
Have your child name all the items they can think of that fit in a category (i.e. fruits, vegetables, etc)
Ask your child imagination questions (i.e. if you were a bird, what would you see when you are flying)
Have your child make up a story.
Have your child tell you how two things are alike and how two things are different (i.e. an apple & a banana; a fork & spoon; a car and a motorcycle)
Simon Says
Headbandz game (use it for describing items together, turn-taking, predictions – you can write down what the other person says to help you find out what item you have on your head)
Make a treasure hunt for the kids to find fun toys or snacks
Name a shape and have your child go around the house and find things that are that shape
Place objects from around the house (i.e.: spoon, crayon) in a pillow case or bag and have your child describe to you what each object is using specific characteristics (i.e. size, shape, color, parts, location, group it belongs to)
Have your child follow directions to work on prepositions (i.e.: in, on, over, under) with your child’s favorite toy. Tell your child to place the toy “under” the chair or “in” the box. After, have them work on their expressive language by having them create the direction using a preposition.
https://whatmomslove.com/kids/active-indoor-games-activities-for-kids-to-burn-energy/
Wall Bop – Put each alphabet letter on a sticky note and put them on a wall or door. Have the kids throw a beanbag at them. Whatever letter they get, they have to name the letter and something that starts with that letter.
HearBuilder Online Free Trial Hear Builder is a great way for your child to work on following directions, phonological awareness, auditory memory, and sequencing.
https://busybeespeech.com/