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In this newsletter, you will find a book and activities to extend your child’s learning at home. This month’s newsletter will focus on the Early Childhood Program of Studies topic of Seasonal Changes.
Important Dates
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Book: Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert
Important Vocabulary
marsh, orchards, prairie meadows, gliding, breeze, flock, rustle, lonesome, and drifting
Questions
Ask your child open-ended questions about the story. Open-ended questions are questions that require a longer answer than a simple “yes”, “no”, or one-word response. Open-ended questions allow children to use their language skills, participate in conversation, problem-solve, think creatively, and develop their vocabulary. Children can share their thoughts and ideas when they are asked open-ended questions. Here are some open-ended questions you can ask your child:
- Where do you think Leaf Man is?
- Where do you think he will go next?
- Who do you think moves Leaf Man?
- Where do you think he will end up?
Story Link (YouTube)
Watch or listen to a read-aloud of Leaf Man on YouTube, or scan the QR code below:
Home Connections
Nature Walk
Take your child on a nature walk to collect autumn materials to create their own animal or "Leaf Man". Before you go, ask your child what they might like to make. As you explore, connect what you see to the story and use descriptive words to talk about the materials you find. You might bring a bag to carry your collection.
Give your child time to explore the materials and create their own design. Encourage them to share their ideas by asking them, “How did you decide to do it this way?” or “Tell me more about your creation.”
Nature Walk Sort
Invite your child to sort the materials they collected by color, shape, or size. Talk to them about what they noticed, using descriptive words such as bright, smooth, round, or large.
Tip of the Month
The Family Resource Center offers webinars, consultations, a lending library, open house events, and guides to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Visit the Family Resource Center website or use the QR code for more information and resources!
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