Print-Rich Classrooms
What are some things you might see in a classroom that help kids learn to read?
Books, Posters, Labels, and signs.
Where in the classroom might you find crayons, paper, and storybooks?
Language Arts Center
Why do teachers plan activities for different learning areas?
To help kids learn in different ways.
Who can help kids learn to read at home?
Parents, family or guardians.
What is it called when you know the sounds letters make?
Phonics
If a classroom has lots of words everywhere, what kind of classroom is it?
Print-rich classroom
What is one thing you could do in the Language Arts Center?
Draw a picture or read a book.
If a center has activities for kids who learn quickly and kids who learn slower, what is that called?
Differentiation
What is one-way families can help kids learn at home?
Playing word games and reading together every night.
What does it mean to know what a word means?
Vocabulary
Students who are able to see their name daily helps with what type of recognition?
Name Recognition
What is the practice of allowing students to choose their own books and activities in the language arts center to promote engagement and motivation?
Student Choice
What is the importance of providing clear instructions and expectations for each center activity?
To promote independence and minimize confusion
What is the term for the schools to support students learning and development?
Family-Home Connections
What is the ability to read text accurately and fluently?
Reading Fluency
What is the practice when labeling objects in the classroom to help students connect with their meanings?
Environmental Print
Why do we rotate out center materials on a regular basis?
Keep students interested
How can a teacher know if their learning centers are working well?
Observe the children go over their work and talk to them about the assignment
What is the benefit of regular communication between teachers and families regarding student's progress and needs?
Agree on a support system for the student
What is it called when a child follows directions and gives responses?
Purposeful Listening
What are three key methods used to prepare children for writing readiness and printing instructions?
Traditional approach, Readiness approach and Natural approach
How does dramatic play support language development?
Provides a rich context for children to expand their vocabulary and express their creativity.
Why should centers be connected to literacy and language goals?
Teach through hands on experiences
How can teachers build strong relationships with families?
Communicate often
What is the reading method where a teacher reads aloud and students join in the reading?
Shared Reading