Does Pasta Grow on Trees? Where Our Food Comes From: Prek Learning With Ms. Liz
In this one-time class we'll read books like, "Before We Eat" and "Where Does Food Come From", talk about and look at pictures of favorite foods and where they come from, and make a plate of some of our favorite foods together in class.
Ms. Liz
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What's included
1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade Preschool - Kindergarten
Beginner Level
In this one-time class we'll read books like, "Before We Eat" and "Where Does Food Come From", talk about and look at pictures of favorite foods and where they come from, and make a plate of some of our favorite foods together in class*. Little learners can build great listening, observation and creative thinking skills during storytime, asking questions and using their imagination. In fact, did you know that reading aloud to kids has clear cognitive benefits? For example, brain scans show that hearing stories strengthens the part of the brain associated with visual imagery, story comprehension, and word meaning. One 2019 study from the National Library of Medicine estimated that children who are regularly read to in the 5 years leading up to kindergarten are exposed to 1.4 million more words than children who aren’t read to during those years. In between our stories we'll look at pictures, talk about and make observations about the food we eat, the food we like and where we think it comes from. We'll engage in food themed number and vocabulary projects and work in class to create a plate of our favorite foods* using the included printable for registered learners. Learners can cut out the food pictures before class. Drawing images of favorite foods is an option too! And if a printer is not available, using a paper plate and coloring tools to create your food works too! Lots of opportunities for discussion and sharing which is encouraged but not required to be a part of this class! *It's not mandatory that your learner participate in the activity. If they prefer to observe and work on creating their plate after class that's OK too! **In order to promote class discussions and participation I do not mute learners' microphones. This also helps learners practice their social skills such as active listening and taking turns. In order for this to work, students need to be in a quiet setting away from background noises (loud conversations, telephone calls, t.v, etc.). **
Learning Goals
Students will listen to stories and ask and answer questions throughout the readings, practice taking turns talking, listening and sharing observations about foods, what they are made of and where they come from. In class, we will use the included printable to identify different foods, talk about our favorites and glue together a plate of foods we like the best*!
* It's not mandatory that your learner participate in the activity. If they prefer to observe and work on the plate project after class, that's OK too! If a printer is not available, learners can draw their own plate shape and color on different favorite food ideas.
**In order to promote class discussions and participation I do not mute learners' microphones. This also helps learners practice their social skills such as active listening and taking turns. In order for this to work, students need to be in a quiet setting away from background noises (loud conversations, telephone calls, t.v, etc.). **
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Because of the age of the class I recommend a grown up be within "ear-shot" to help with any technical hiccups (mic and video) that might come up. Please print and cut out the food options in the included Make a Plate pdf before class. In class, we will talk about the foods and glue our favorite items on our own plates*.
* It's not mandatory that your learner participate in the activity. If they prefer to observe and work on the Make a Plate project after class, that's OK too!
**In order to promote class discussions and participation I do not mute learners' microphones. This also helps learners practice their social skills such as active listening and taking turns. In order for this to work, students need to be in a quiet setting away from background noises (loud conversations, telephone calls, t.v, etc.). **
Supply List
Please print out the included Make a Plate printable and cut out the food pictures before class. In class we will talk about the foods and glue our favorite items on our own plates* ** It's not mandatory that your learner participate in the activity. If they prefer to observe and work on the count and graph after class, that's OK too!
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of Wisconsin- Madison
Hello Outschool Families!
My name is Liz Stone, better known as Ms. Liz, to my 3, 4 and 5 year old friends. Did you know that reading aloud to kids has clear cognitive benefits? For example, brain scans show that hearing stories strengthens the part of the brain associated with visual imagery, story comprehension, and word meaning.
Experts from the National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching and Learning also explain that reading books to kids helps expand the number and variety of words they use. Think about it: The books you read often contain words you might not otherwise use in your everyday communications.
While reading a book, you might end up using more specific names for different plants or animals or use more adjectives altogether. And this adds up.
One 2019 study from the National Library of Medicine estimated that children who are regularly read to in the 5 years leading up to kindergarten are exposed to 1.4 million more words than children who aren’t read to during those years.
Another study found that kindergarten children who were read to at least three times a week had a “significantly greater phonemic awareness than did children who were read to less often.”
I created The Pebble Academy, an online learning and play experience for 3-5 year olds, after I fell in love with teaching and learning with Pre-K kiddos as I watched my own kids grow-up. I'm the mom of three and an early childhood educator who wants to help make reading togther and creative learning for 3-5 year olds more accessible! I've observed the confidence my students gain when I encourage them to participate in an online learning and play experience that is welcoming, comfortable and tailored to them.
In my 30-40 minute interactive classes, I will introduce your children to new ideas with activities like picture book reading, songs, show and share and themed activity pages and projects we work on together. Most of my classes include in class activities or ideas for post class at home activities and all my classes incorporate ideas that promote pre-reading skills, early math strategies, nature, community, family, arts and crafts, music and physical activity.
Over the past 12 years, I have worked as a teacher and Site Coordinator for Northwestern University’s Weekend Enrichment Program, I’ve taught in my community's Early Childhood Program, I’ve been a lead teacher for 3 year olds at a local early childhood center and I created The Pebble Academy!
Incorporating fun into reading and learning is what it's all about! For me, nothing compares to sharing an “Aha!” moment with a student. I hope we have the chance to learn together soon and I look forward to meeting you in one of my classes!
**If my posted class schedules don't work for you, I'm happy to try and schedule a class that is more convenient for your learner!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
35 min
Completed by 24 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 3-5
1-5 learners per class
