What's included
2 live meetings
50 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. Occasionally I will offer extra worksheets or projects to be worked on at home. This is mainly optional.Grading
- **Certificate of Completion:** - Reward your child's dedication and achievements with a personalized certificate upon successfully completing the entire course. - The comprehensive program spans approximately 26 weeks, allowing students to progress through each letter of the alphabet, ensuring a thorough and enriching educational experience.Class Experience
US Grade Preschool - Pre-Kindergarten
Beginner Level
Classes are capped at 4 students to ensure I can give ample attention to each student! Join us for a vibrant preschool experience that's all about nurturing the whole child. From the magic of the letter A to the wonders of number 0, our class offers flexibility for latecomers, looping back through the alphabet. I'm on a mission to ignite a lifelong love for learning, blending captivating fiction and nonfiction stories. Our week is packed with thrilling activities – from letter and number days to Fun Friday's show and tell extravaganzas! We'll explore writing, recognition, shapes, colors, fine motor skills, and social development. All your little one needs is a basic set of supplies, and I'll send out a fun, hands-on supply list in advance. Have questions? Shoot me a message! I'm thrilled at the prospect of helping your child soar into a world of discovery and growth! 🌈✨ Get ready for a journey of creativity and discovery in our upcoming class! We're diving into a world of letters, numbers, and endless imagination. Your child will unleash their inner artist as we practice writing, explore uppercase and lowercase letters, and conquer numbers 1-20 together! 🎨✨ We're not just stopping there – join us in recognizing the magic of letters and numbers, discovering their sounds, and identifying numbers up to 20. Let's tune into the fascinating world of beginning sounds, where your child becomes the maestro of letter melodies! 🎶 But wait, there's more! We're diving into the exciting realms of shapes and colors. From recognizing basic shapes to creating masterpieces with play-doh, drawing, cutting, gluing, and painting, the fun never ends! 🌈✂️ Fine motor skills? We've got that covered too! From squishing play-doh to crafting, cutting, and painting masterpieces, your child's skills will flourish. 🖌️💪 Attention and following directions become a breeze as we delve into reading comprehension, asking questions, and problem-solving. Social skills take center stage as we facilitate lively conversations, asking engaging questions that inspire your child to connect with both their peers and their favorite teacher (that's me! 😉👩🏫). To ensure a hands-on experience, grab your creative essentials – markers, crayons, watercolor paints, scissors, glue stick, play-doh, math manipulatives, construction paper, and more! Don't worry if you're missing an item – your little one can still join the excitement, watching, engaging, and learning along the way. 🌟🖍️ Ready to spark a love for learning? I can't wait to embark on this adventure with your child! 🚀✨ - **Comprehensive Literacy Development:** - Master writing skills in letters A-Z, both uppercase and lowercase, including name writing and numbers 1-20. - Foster a love for reading through exploring letter sounds and enhancing recognition of letters and numbers. - Taught through a variety of methods including verbal instruction, engaging conversations, interactive slides, video clips, and captivating books. - **Creative Exploration:** - Encourage fine motor skills with play-doh, cutting, gluing, and painting activities. - Explore shapes, colors, and creative expression through vibrant hues and basic shape recognition. - Facilitated through hands-on activities, ensuring an immersive and enjoyable learning experience. - **Critical Cognitive Skills:** - Develop beginning sound awareness for phonetic understanding. - Enhance cognitive skills like attention, following directions, and reading comprehension through interactive exercises. - Teaching includes a mix of verbal instruction, conversation, slides, video clips, and engaging books. - **Social Interaction and Communication:** - Facilitate social skills with engaging conversations and questions among children. - Promote peer interaction during Fun Friday's show and tell, enhancing social bonds and communication skills. - Teaching encourages active participation, ensuring a lively and socially enriching classroom. - **Hands-On Learning Experience:** - Implement hands-on teaching with various activities, utilizing markers, crayons, watercolor paints, scissors, glue stick, play-doh, math manipulatives, and construction paper. - Ensure inclusivity by welcoming participation, even without specific materials, fostering a joyful and accessible learning environment. - Teaching methods include a dynamic mix of verbal instruction, conversation, slides, video clips, and interactive books to cater to diverse learning styles. A little about me: Hello, I'm Britney, a mom of 4 and an experienced educator in early childhood development. Though I once owned a preschool, I've transitioned to online teaching for flexibility needed to raise my 4 kids. My passion lies in nurturing a love for learning in children. I believe in making classes exciting and enjoyable, drawing inspiration from the holistic Waldorf approach my own children experience. Teaching over Zoom has its challenges, but I'm dedicated to bringing engaging, heart-centered, and hands-on learning experiences to your child. As a parent, I understand the importance of fostering enthusiasm for education, and I aim to create a space where every class is eagerly anticipated. I hope you'll consider enrolling your child in one of my classes
Learning Goals
- **Comprehensive Literacy Development:**
- Master writing skills with practice in letters A-Z (uppercase and lowercase), writing their name, and numbers 1-20.
- Foster a love for reading and literacy by exploring letter sounds and enhancing letter and number recognition.
- **Creative Exploration:**
- Encourage fine motor skill development through engaging activities like play-doh manipulation, cutting, gluing, and painting.
- Explore the world of shapes and colors, from recognizing basic shapes to expressing creativity with vibrant hues.
- **Critical Cognitive Skills:**
- Delve into the world of beginning sounds, aiding in phonetic awareness and language development.
- Develop essential cognitive skills such as attention, following directions, and reading comprehension through interactive exercises.
- **Social Interaction and Communication:**
- Facilitate social skills by encouraging conversations among children, asking engaging questions to foster communication.
- Provide opportunities for show and tell and peer interaction during Fun Friday, enhancing social bonds and communication skills.
- **Hands-On Learning Experience:**
- Implement a hands-on teaching approach with a variety of activities requiring markers, crayons, watercolor paints, scissors, glue stick, play-doh, math manipulatives, construction paper, and more.
- Ensure inclusivity by welcoming learners to participate and engage even if they lack specific materials, promoting a joyful and accessible learning environment.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
scissors will be used occasionally and learners may need supervision.
Supply List
**Class Supplies:** - **Markers or Crayons:** To add vibrant colors to creative projects and activities. - **Watercolor Paints:** Unleash artistic expression through the enchanting world of watercolors. - **Scissors:** Foster fine motor skills by engaging in cutting exercises and crafts. - **Glue Stick:** Essential for hands-on activities, ensuring secure and mess-free bonding. - **Play-Doh:** An exciting tool for sculpting and molding, enhancing fine motor skills and creativity. - **Math Manipulatives:** Such as coins or small blocks, for interactive and tactile mathematical exploration. - **Multicolored Construction Paper:** Versatile for a variety of crafts, drawings, and artistic endeavors. - **Small Whiteboard or Chalkboard:** Blank paper can also work for interactive writing and drawing exercises. - **Laminating Sheets or Page Protectors:** For reusable pages sent out, promoting sustainability in learning materials. **Additional Supplies for Specific Activities:** Examples: - *Gardening Theme:* Dirt and seeds to explore nature and growth. - *Cooking Class:* Baking supplies for hands-on culinary adventures. **Note:** I'll provide a detailed supply list for specific activities no later than the weekend before class, ensuring a hands-on and engaging learning environment. Learners are welcome to join even if they don't have all items, participating in discussions and activities while watching. Additionally, I'll include information on class books, allowing you to obtain them from your local library for continued exploration and enjoyment.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
- **Experienced Preschool Educator:**
- Bring the expertise of a seasoned preschool teacher to your child's learning journey.
- With a background in early childhood education, I combine practical experience with ongoing education, ensuring a rich and informed approach to teaching.
- Past ownership of both a preschool and childcare center reflects a deep commitment to creating nurturing and stimulating environments for children's growth and development.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$24
weekly ($12 per class)2x per week
25 min
Completed by 27 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 3-4
1-4 learners per class