This class is taught in English.

Students will review reading/language arts concepts and directional vocabulary (over, under, next to...) in the context of this engaging story!  Students will follow 2 and 3 step directions to complete tasks in an interactive drawing activity.  They will also learn to listen, take turns, and respect classmates who are speaking and sharing ideas!

Middle School English Language Arts
Elementary Education--certified (preschool, elementary, and middle school teaching experience)
Preschool Special Education--certified
Gifted and Talented Endorsement 
Reading Endorsement

Homework Offered
Parents can practice at home, providing students clear 1, 2, and 3 step auditory directions (depending on their proficiencies.)
1. Be sure you have your child's attention and eye contact.
2.  Minimize distractions.
3.  Speak calmly and quietly. Tell them--don't ask.
4.  Give short instructions 1 at a time.  
5.  Number your directions. (First, do ___.  Then, do ___).
6.  Use “wait time.” Give students a minute to think before repeating your direction.
7.  Check for understanding. Ask them to repeat directions back to you.
8.  Repeat the direction if needed.  If the child if still not able to complete the direction, break the directions down into smaller components and repeat.
0 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will be assessed informally through participation, questioning, and by completing a pirate-themed writing/drawing by following verbal 2 and 3 step directions given by the teacher.  
Grades Offered

Crayons or colored pencils
paper

No extra materials are required for this class.  The book Pirates Don't Change Diapers by by Melinda Long will be read aloud to students.