Today was day 8 of my field experience with the toddlers. I could not wait to arrive to see what the CT had scheduled for the day. When I arrived, it was only one student there. She was happy to see me. She greeted me at the door with the biggest smile as I hung up my jacket and washed my hands. The 1.5-year-old girl went to the book area and got a book for me to read. As I open the book and started reading, she pointed to the pictures on the pages. As other children arrived, she lost interest in me reading. Another student came in, taking out toys and leaving all the toys on the floor. The 1.5 -year-old boy is new to the classroom. For breakfast, he kept getting out of his seat, walking around with his food. I escorted the student back to his chair a couple of times. After breakfast, the CT discussed classroom rules and expectations with the student. The CT also followed him around the classroom, and every time he threw a toy or left toys out, she made him pick them up and clean up after himself. That is something I learned during my observation and, I would take it back to my classroom. I believe, every time the student plays with a toy, the more the student cleans up, he will start cleaning up on his own.
Tuesday, March 30, 2021
Day 8- Jeanette B.
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Hello Jeanette,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your post. I also get excited on my days that I get to come in and work with the children. They are all so lovely and fun to be around. I like how you were able to take something with you that day. Every day is new and so learning experiences at the centers grow giving us more knowledge.
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ReplyDeleteF.C.
DeleteToddlers definitely have a short attention span. But I love how you allowed the student to initiate an activity by bringing you a book to read. Allowing young students to initiate their own activity gives them a sense of their own direction. I love how the CT discussed classroom rules. It is very important for the little ones to know what their expectations are in the classroom. Great job continue making a difference in young lives.