"One Is a Feast for Mouse" Stories for Thanksgiving: Prek Learning with Ms. LIz
In this class we will read stories like "One Is a Feast for Mouse", remember what mouse finds as we retell the story and engage in Thanksgiving themed Pre K skill activities like same but different, rhyming and letter and number fun.
Ms. Liz
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5.0
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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 will read stories like "One Is a Feast for Mouse", remember what mouse finds as we retell the story and engage in Thanksgiving themed Pre K skill activities like same but different, rhyming and letter and number fun. 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. We will work togther to remember the story and recreate the feast mouse collects for his Thanksgiving dinner using the included handout for registered learners. We will talk about holiday traditions in between our stories and examine Thanksgiving themed pictures to explore same but different possibilities as well as letters, letter sounds, numbers and rhyming. My classes range from 1-5 learners so I can ensure every learner has the chance to discuss and share. (I will run class with one learner!) We'll start by welcoming everyone individually, introduce our book(s) and chat about important skills like active listening and taking turns. *It's not mandatory that your learner participate in the project. They can observe during class and work on the activity after class too. Lots of opportunities for discussion and sharing which is encouraged but not required to be a part of this class! **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.). ** Learners
Learning Goals
Learners will work on engaging in conversations, active listening, observing and taking turns talking.Learners will work on memory skills while we work together to re-tell our stories and recreate mouse's feast.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Because of the age of the class, parents are encouraged to remain within "ear-shot" of their little one to help with unexpected audio and/or video hiccups.
**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.). **
Learners
Supply List
Please print out the 2 page story retelling activity and cut apart the 8 images we will use to rebuild mouse's feast while we remember our story. Learners should bring a glue stick to class. If your learner would rather observe and complete the activity after class that's ok too! ** If a printer is unavailable learners can retell the story sharing the teacher's materials on screen. **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.). ** Learners
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
Live video meetings
Ages: 3-6
1-5 learners per class
