At the moment I teach Kindergarten students (3-5) they come the year they are turning 4 and some leave when they are turning 5. When you are considering your timetable there are a number of factors. Having well thought out blocks of time is essential. Smooth transitions are another necessity and routines that the children […]
There is no doubt about it but I feel like I have the best job in the world! It can be stressful but part of what I enjoy are seeing my ideas and creations being loved, implemented and enjoyed! Everyday is different and the children add their ideas and interests so every year is new […]
What is the Starskills 40 Weeks Program? The Starskills 40 Weeks Program (available here) is designed for children aged 0-5. It is a weekly program that provides a literacy and numeracy introduction and focus. Children develop vocabulary, count and clap words. It is a visually based program with educators being able to login to the […]
I have had a query from Michelle from my Starskills Facebook page how I prepare for my first weeks so here is a post! There is lots of preparation that goes into welcoming a new set of children. Please understand what I write is for my situation. This will change with every new year. Your […]
As educators we know that if we fail to plan then we plan to fail! I LOVE to be organised and know where I am going to take the class. The Early Years Learning Framework provides fantastic guiding principles to get you there! Planning with the EYLF requires you know your children very well and […]