TEACHING AND LEARNING
MONTHLY THEME
This month, students will continue their study of Latino history and art in honor of Latino Heritage Month. The children will participate in various art projects and activities that incorporate color recognition, visual art, art devices and methods. They will be introduced to new vocabulary associated with visual art and Latino culture. Students will also begin a 90% Spanish Immersion program starting on September 21, 2009. The children will review a new Spanish vocabulary word each week, along with the number, letter, shape and color.
The children will review the scientific method and learn about photosynthesis. They will participate in growing a classroom plant pet! The children will discuss weather patterns and seasons--Fall equinox and decorate their favorite stone in honor of Grandparent Day! Lastly, the children will participate in the monthly parent participation field trip to the Oakland Zoo.
LESSON PLAN
Week of September 1---Learning about photosynthesis: Without enough sunlight, plants cannot use the process of photosynthesis to produce food. To prove that fact, students should select a tree leaf or the leaf of a houseplant. Cover part of that leaf (up to half of it) with a piece of cardboard or foil. Wait at least a few days, then remove the cardboard or foil. What happened? What does that prove? (For complete details and follow-up questions, check the Photosynthesis Activity from Newton's Apple. The activity includes a student activity page.), color recognition and mixing, explore art tools and methods
Gg, #12, Green, Clover
Week of September 7--- Introduce Latino history (African influence in Latin America) and geography project,
*Hh, #13, Orange, Parallelogram,
Week of September 14---SHOW AND TELL FRIDAY (bring a photograph of grandparents), Grandparents Day worry not stones(http://teachers.net/lessons/posts/790.html)!
*Ii, #14, brown, Rectangular Prism
Week of September 21--- Introducing indoor plant growth: student will grow a bean plant and use the scientific method, (new Science vocabulary introduced), http://urbanext.illinois.edu/gpe/case1/c1facts3a.html
*Jj, #15, grey, Pentagon-
Week of September 28---Introduce seasons and Fall Equinox: Why are there seasons? What is the weather like during the different seasons? When you go to bed in the summer, is it light or dark outside? When you go to bed in the winter, is it light or dark outside? Gather a globe, a flashlight, and a few other common materials to set up an activity that will demonstrate that seasons exist because of the tilt of Earth and its impact on the intensity of the sunlight at a given location. For the details of this experiment (http://urbanext.illinois.edu/treehouse/ ),
*Kk, #16, purple, Sphere
ACADEMIC STUDENT STANDARDS
The following standards have been incorporated in the development of student activities and in daily interaction with school children, parents and staff.
*for a detailed description of each standard, please refer to the booklet on California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 1, 2008. You may download the booklet at no charge by visiting http://www.cde.ca.gov/. The booklet was also sent to your email account as an attachment in the fall of 2008.
Language and Literacy Development
Listening and Speaking
-Language Use and Conventions, 1.0
-Vocabulary, 2.0
-Grammar, 3.0
Reading
-Concepts about Print, 1.0
-Alphabetic and Word/Print Recognition, 3.0
-Comprehension and Analysis of Age-Appropriate Text, 4.0
-Literacy Interest and Response, 5.0
Writing
-Writing Strategies, 1.1-1.3
English Language Development
-Listening, 1.0-3.0
-Speaking, 1.0-3.0
-Reading, 1.0-6.0
Social- Emotional Development
-Self, 1.0-5.1
-Social Interaction, 1.0-4.1
-Relationships, 1.0-3.0
Mathematics
-Number Sense, 1.0-2.4
-Algebra and Functions, 1.0-2.2
-Measurement, 1.0-1.3
-Geometry, 1.0-2.1
-Mathematical Reasoning, 1.0-1.1
Science
(See California Child Development standards)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. The Sand family just donated a light table that will be up and running sometime this
month . Thank you for your support!
2. The children decorated school backpack last month for the purpose of transporting and storing their at school belongings. Please take the time to organize your child’s cubby space by using the backpack. Thank you!
3. We will begin 90% Spanish Immersion Program on September 21, 2009, although we will
be making the effort to incorporate more Spanish in the morning and before that time. Please assist us in this transition by talking to your child about the changes taking place this month and by talking to your child in Spanish as often as possible. Thank you.
4. We will be visiting the Oakland Zoo on Friday, September 25, 2009. In order to receive a
group discount entrance price, please R.S.V.P. to Cynthia by Friday, September 11, 2009
(parking is $6.00 per vehicle, admission price per child is $5.50 and adults at $7.50. Your
child may purchase tickets for roller coaster rides and games. Thank you.
5. Beginning September 8, 2009, 3 and 4 year olds will be asked to trace their name during drop-off each morning with the help of parents. Student sign-in sheets will be available next to the student observation log.
6. PPLA will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2009 in observance of Labor Day.
REMINDERS
1. We encourage parents to read a short book to their child during drop-off each morning (if
not doing so already). Not only will this important activity support a smoother morning transition for your child, but you will also experience additional bonding time, while all in the same, promoting literacy development. Thank you.
2. In trying to maintain open communication with parents, we will begin a student observation log. Parents are encouraged to read and write inside the notebook daily (possible illness, mood, any special requests). Parents may write down comments about their child’s sleeping pattern and diet the night before and the morning of care. Parents will also have the opportunity to check the white board, located in the school hallway for parent announcements and reminders. However, parents are responsible for reading the monthly parent newsletter posted on our school blog. The newsletter was developed with the intention of maintaining a strong school to home connection. Thank you.
3. We are currently enrolling P-T and F-T students for the upcoming school year and need your help. Please assist us in spreading the word about our school success by sharing your school experience with friends, coworkers and neighbors. PPLA is offering an ‘Appreciation
Stipend’ worth $100.00 per family for every referred child who enrolls in our school. Thank you for your time and support.
4. *PPLA caters to working families who are in need of care until 5:30pm, M-F and therefore
our official closing time is 5:30pm, M-F. However, not all parents are in need of full daycare and must pick-up their student by their individualized sign-up time (please see enrollment contract for details). As a reminder, we encourage parents to arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time, in order to check-in with teachers, child and clear student cubby, and art pocket. Thank you and we hope this clarifies any pending questions and/or concerns that you may have.
5. We are asking for your assistance in maintaining a stimulating school experience for our
children. Due to our limited funds, we are asking parents to donate what they can from the
list of items below. We appreciate your commitment to the program and value your support and understanding in these harsh economic times. Thank you!
a. Outdoor large sea animals
b. Outdoor storage shed
c. Indoor costumes
d. *Imaginative play furniture—multicultural dolls, washer and dryer, etc. (to add to mini
refrigerator, sink and microwave)
e. 3 Classroom storage baskets (i.e. baskets used to store small blocks, etc.)
f. Building blocks (large wooden, bristle, etc.)
g. *Planters and soil
h. *Outdoor play house
i. * Tricycles
j. 2 tires for student swings
k. Outdoor floor mats
*An asterisk has been placed next to the item (s) in the most need.
MONTHLY THEME
This month, students will continue their study of Latino history and art in honor of Latino Heritage Month. The children will participate in various art projects and activities that incorporate color recognition, visual art, art devices and methods. They will be introduced to new vocabulary associated with visual art and Latino culture. Students will also begin a 90% Spanish Immersion program starting on September 21, 2009. The children will review a new Spanish vocabulary word each week, along with the number, letter, shape and color.
The children will review the scientific method and learn about photosynthesis. They will participate in growing a classroom plant pet! The children will discuss weather patterns and seasons--Fall equinox and decorate their favorite stone in honor of Grandparent Day! Lastly, the children will participate in the monthly parent participation field trip to the Oakland Zoo.
LESSON PLAN
Week of September 1---Learning about photosynthesis: Without enough sunlight, plants cannot use the process of photosynthesis to produce food. To prove that fact, students should select a tree leaf or the leaf of a houseplant. Cover part of that leaf (up to half of it) with a piece of cardboard or foil. Wait at least a few days, then remove the cardboard or foil. What happened? What does that prove? (For complete details and follow-up questions, check the Photosynthesis Activity from Newton's Apple. The activity includes a student activity page.), color recognition and mixing, explore art tools and methods
Gg, #12, Green, Clover
Week of September 7--- Introduce Latino history (African influence in Latin America) and geography project,
*Hh, #13, Orange, Parallelogram,
Week of September 14---SHOW AND TELL FRIDAY (bring a photograph of grandparents), Grandparents Day worry not stones(http://teachers.net/lessons/posts/790.html)!
*Ii, #14, brown, Rectangular Prism
Week of September 21--- Introducing indoor plant growth: student will grow a bean plant and use the scientific method, (new Science vocabulary introduced), http://urbanext.illinois.edu/gpe/case1/c1facts3a.html
*Jj, #15, grey, Pentagon-
Week of September 28---Introduce seasons and Fall Equinox: Why are there seasons? What is the weather like during the different seasons? When you go to bed in the summer, is it light or dark outside? When you go to bed in the winter, is it light or dark outside? Gather a globe, a flashlight, and a few other common materials to set up an activity that will demonstrate that seasons exist because of the tilt of Earth and its impact on the intensity of the sunlight at a given location. For the details of this experiment (http://urbanext.illinois.edu/treehouse/ ),
*Kk, #16, purple, Sphere
ACADEMIC STUDENT STANDARDS
The following standards have been incorporated in the development of student activities and in daily interaction with school children, parents and staff.
*for a detailed description of each standard, please refer to the booklet on California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 1, 2008. You may download the booklet at no charge by visiting http://www.cde.ca.gov/. The booklet was also sent to your email account as an attachment in the fall of 2008.
Language and Literacy Development
Listening and Speaking
-Language Use and Conventions, 1.0
-Vocabulary, 2.0
-Grammar, 3.0
Reading
-Concepts about Print, 1.0
-Alphabetic and Word/Print Recognition, 3.0
-Comprehension and Analysis of Age-Appropriate Text, 4.0
-Literacy Interest and Response, 5.0
Writing
-Writing Strategies, 1.1-1.3
English Language Development
-Listening, 1.0-3.0
-Speaking, 1.0-3.0
-Reading, 1.0-6.0
Social- Emotional Development
-Self, 1.0-5.1
-Social Interaction, 1.0-4.1
-Relationships, 1.0-3.0
Mathematics
-Number Sense, 1.0-2.4
-Algebra and Functions, 1.0-2.2
-Measurement, 1.0-1.3
-Geometry, 1.0-2.1
-Mathematical Reasoning, 1.0-1.1
Science
(See California Child Development standards)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. The Sand family just donated a light table that will be up and running sometime this
month . Thank you for your support!
2. The children decorated school backpack last month for the purpose of transporting and storing their at school belongings. Please take the time to organize your child’s cubby space by using the backpack. Thank you!
3. We will begin 90% Spanish Immersion Program on September 21, 2009, although we will
be making the effort to incorporate more Spanish in the morning and before that time. Please assist us in this transition by talking to your child about the changes taking place this month and by talking to your child in Spanish as often as possible. Thank you.
4. We will be visiting the Oakland Zoo on Friday, September 25, 2009. In order to receive a
group discount entrance price, please R.S.V.P. to Cynthia by Friday, September 11, 2009
(parking is $6.00 per vehicle, admission price per child is $5.50 and adults at $7.50. Your
child may purchase tickets for roller coaster rides and games. Thank you.
5. Beginning September 8, 2009, 3 and 4 year olds will be asked to trace their name during drop-off each morning with the help of parents. Student sign-in sheets will be available next to the student observation log.
6. PPLA will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2009 in observance of Labor Day.
REMINDERS
1. We encourage parents to read a short book to their child during drop-off each morning (if
not doing so already). Not only will this important activity support a smoother morning transition for your child, but you will also experience additional bonding time, while all in the same, promoting literacy development. Thank you.
2. In trying to maintain open communication with parents, we will begin a student observation log. Parents are encouraged to read and write inside the notebook daily (possible illness, mood, any special requests). Parents may write down comments about their child’s sleeping pattern and diet the night before and the morning of care. Parents will also have the opportunity to check the white board, located in the school hallway for parent announcements and reminders. However, parents are responsible for reading the monthly parent newsletter posted on our school blog. The newsletter was developed with the intention of maintaining a strong school to home connection. Thank you.
3. We are currently enrolling P-T and F-T students for the upcoming school year and need your help. Please assist us in spreading the word about our school success by sharing your school experience with friends, coworkers and neighbors. PPLA is offering an ‘Appreciation
Stipend’ worth $100.00 per family for every referred child who enrolls in our school. Thank you for your time and support.
4. *PPLA caters to working families who are in need of care until 5:30pm, M-F and therefore
our official closing time is 5:30pm, M-F. However, not all parents are in need of full daycare and must pick-up their student by their individualized sign-up time (please see enrollment contract for details). As a reminder, we encourage parents to arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time, in order to check-in with teachers, child and clear student cubby, and art pocket. Thank you and we hope this clarifies any pending questions and/or concerns that you may have.
5. We are asking for your assistance in maintaining a stimulating school experience for our
children. Due to our limited funds, we are asking parents to donate what they can from the
list of items below. We appreciate your commitment to the program and value your support and understanding in these harsh economic times. Thank you!
a. Outdoor large sea animals
b. Outdoor storage shed
c. Indoor costumes
d. *Imaginative play furniture—multicultural dolls, washer and dryer, etc. (to add to mini
refrigerator, sink and microwave)
e. 3 Classroom storage baskets (i.e. baskets used to store small blocks, etc.)
f. Building blocks (large wooden, bristle, etc.)
g. *Planters and soil
h. *Outdoor play house
i. * Tricycles
j. 2 tires for student swings
k. Outdoor floor mats
*An asterisk has been placed next to the item (s) in the most need.
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