When I did the Region 10 Conference this week one of the participants asked if I would share some ideas for supplies in the virtual classroom. Districts have different guidelines as to what we can ask parents to provide, but these are items that I think could be open-ended and used for multiple learning experiences. What would you add or delete from this list?
Dear Families,
One of the joys of going back to school is getting a new backpack and preparing school supplies. A virtual classroom should hold the same excitement for your child. Take your child shopping (online or in the store with a mask) and let them select a backpack. This backpack should ONLY be used when your child is “at school.” That way these items will feel “special” to your child.
These are some materials that you will want to include.
Pencils
Crayons
Whiteboard
Dry erase markers
Spiral notebook
Pocket folder
Sticky notes
Scissors
Glue
Small stapler
Tape
Construction paper
Copy paper
Optional: markers, highlighters, colored pencils, stickers
Note! Use a backpack that your child already has, a cloth bag, or a plastic tub.
WHY?
Why are some of the items on the above list? During the week of July 2nd-10 on my blog I described different learning activities with whiteboards, play dough, sticky notes, etc.
DR. JEAN'S TOOLKIT FOR THE VIRTUAL CLASSROOM
Whether your classroom is in the school building or on a screen, you’ll be ready to start the year with Dr. Jean’s BACK TO SCHOOL TOOLKIT. You’ll discover ways to connect with your families and children, songs to get them learning on their feet, strategies to engage them, and games and hands-on activities.
Ready!
Welcome Kit – Getting to Know You
Communicating with Families - Expectations
Set!
Start with a Song
Morning meeting (calendar, goals, etc.)
Singing and Dancing Letters and Sounds
Musical Moving Math
Tips and Tricks (Attention grabbers, transitions, etc.)
Go!
Active Learning
Intentional Teaching
Learning Games
What to Do Instead of a Worksheet
Brain Breaks That Reinforce Skills
Memory Makers - Special Days
