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“Take Me Outside”: An Early Years, Urban/Rural Environmental Inquiry
The goal of our project incorporated outdoor learning as part of our weekly timetables. The outdoors became natural extensions of our classrooms both in the urban and rural settings. Educators fostered deep connections to the natural world.
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Learning Stories to Support Literacy Development and Goal-Setting in Kindergarten French Immersion
Using photos of student work and learning as a means to introduce and increase the students’ French vocabulary and writing in authentic and meaningful ways.
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Developing Scientists in Kindergarten
To create an environment that inspires students to explore and connect with nature. Have students explore local/native plants and wildlife, including birds and insects. Encourage them to be active as children/students/citizens in their community.
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Building Mathematical Trajectories in the Early Years
Kindergarten teams utilized A. Lawson’s Developmental Continuum to examine strategies that children progress through as they develop mathematical understanding. Educators collaborated to lead learning in chapters of the resource What to Look For.
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Creating Inclusive Full-Day Kindergarten Classrooms: Self-Regulation and Well-Being!
Creating Inclusive Full-Day Kindergarten Classrooms: Self-Regulation and Well-Being!