Storytime & Crafts: Mon-Fri Reading & Play for Preschool & Pre-K (Ages 3-6)

Welcome to Storytime & Crafts, a vibrant and interactive class designed to ignite the imaginations of Preschool and Pre-K children (ages 3-6).

 Immerse your child in a vibrant and interactive class designed to ignite imaginations and foster a lifelong love for reading. Our 5x weekly sessions offer a consistent Monday to Friday schedule, providing regular engagement that nurtures essential social, life, and language skills. This routine supports continuous learning and growth, making it ideal for young English language learners.

Class Experience:

Each session is a new adventure, crafted to captivate and inspire young minds. Through dynamic storytelling and Total Physical Response (TPR)—a method combining language learning with physical movement—children actively engage with the material, enhancing comprehension and retention. Creative crafts and engaging games further inspire reading, motivating children to explore stories deeply and expressively. Each session introduces thematic vocabulary words, integrated through fun and interactive activities to naturally reinforce language skills.


What Will Be Taught?

- Joy of Reading: Introduce children to enchanting tales through vibrant picture books and interactive storytelling.
- Vocabulary Building: Expand language skills with thematic vocabulary words related to each story, reinforced through crafts and activities.
- Social & Life Skills:  Foster cooperation, communication, and sharing among peers through group activities.
- Creative Expression:  Encourage creativity through crafts, songs, and movement activities.

Topics Covered:

- Storybook Read-Alouds: Dive into engaging tales with colorful illustrations to stimulate imagination.
- Interactive Storytelling: Use puppets and props to bring stories to life, making each session memorable.
- Simple Crafts: Create fun and easy crafts related to the stories, like finger puppets and drawings.
- Songs & Rhymes: Incorporate music and rhymes to reinforce language and story themes.
- Movement Activities: Include actions and dances related to stories to keep children physically engaged.


Class Structure:

Reading Segments: Stories are broken into small, manageable pieces, interspersed with interactive activities to maintain attention.

Dynamic Activities: Each session includes a blend of crafts, games, and songs to keep the class lively and engaging.

Weekly Themes: Themes tie activities together, providing a cohesive and exciting learning experience.


Teaching Style:

Interactive & Playful: Our teaching style ensures active involvement and engagement in the learning process.

Supportive Environment: We create a nurturing space where children feel comfortable expressing themselves and exploring new ideas.


Learner Interaction:

Hands-On Activities: Kids will participate in crafts, games, and movement activities, enhancing their learning through doing.

Discussion & Sharing: Opportunities for children to share their thoughts and creations, building confidence and communication skills.

Teacher Engagement: Our teachers are actively involved, guiding and encouraging children throughout each session.


Parental Involvement:

While parents are encouraged to support their young learners, especially with setting up crafts or technology, please note that per Outschool policy, parents should not be visible on screen. We understand that assistance may be needed at times, so feel free to help your child off-screen or turn off the camera when providing support.

Materials Needed:

Children should have a notebook and pencil or coloring pencils ready for class, as we often draw or color together to keep them engaged. I will notify parents on the classroom page if any special materials are needed for specific activities.

Testimonials:

"My son (4) LOVED this class so much that as soon as it ended he asked me to sign him up for another one - TODAY! Ms. Ivon covered colors, numbers, the alphabet, show and tell, and the game, and it didn't feel rushed at all." - Roslyn A.

"Ms. Ivon has been a blessing for our family. Not only does she have the patience and dedication to teach and study with restless children, she makes study time fun for Glenn. We greatly appreciate that Ms. Ivon was able to find a way to teach him to read and write when not even the teachers in the school could. Ms. Ivon will be with us until Glenn graduates from high school! Thank you, Ms. Ivon!" - Suaynet, Puerto Rico


Join Us for Storytime & Crafts:

We're thrilled to invite your little one to a world of imagination and creativity! In our class, stories come to life, and every child gets to shine. Enroll today to spark your child's creativity and nurture a love for learning.


Weekly Class Overview:

In our Storytime & Crafts class, each day brings a new adventure filled with stories, creativity, and fun activities. Here's a glimpse of what your child can expect throughout the week:

Reading Adventures: We'll dive into enchanting stories that spark imagination and curiosity. Through interactive storytelling, children will explore vibrant tales and engage with characters and themes.

Creative Crafts: Your child will have the opportunity to express their creativity with simple crafts related to our stories. These activities encourage artistic expression and reinforce the themes we've explored.

Interactive Games: We'll incorporate virtual games that promote cooperation and reinforce the week's vocabulary and themes. These games are designed to be fun and educational, keeping your child engaged and active.

Songs and Movement: Music and movement are integral parts of our class, helping to reinforce language skills and story themes. We'll sing songs and enjoy movement activities that align with our stories or motivate learners with something fun and engaging, providing a kick start to class or a fun brain break.

Discussion and Sharing: Each session includes time for children to share their thoughts, creations, and experiences. This encourages communication skills and builds confidence in expressing ideas.

Our flexible schedule ensures that each day is filled with excitement and learning, tailored to the interests and energy levels of the children. We look forward to a week of fun and discovery with your child!