This weekly class is a small-group circle time. In this course, we will practice phonemic awareness, build number sense, read stories and practice comprehension skills aligned with the US Common Core Standards. 
This class is perfect for pre-k and kindergarten learners, or 1st graders who need some review.
I use songs, chants, games, and stories to keep learners engaged and having fun! Learners will have opportunities to engage with the teacher and others through call-backs, participation in music, and hand signals. Occasional secular mention of US holidays (Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter) is included in songs and calendar patterns.
A weekly practice page will be available for download. Students may use this page for independent practice at home. 
No specific previous knowledge is needed for students to join this class.
This class is a full year curriculum, learners are welcome to join anytime. Each lesson is standalone and does not require attendance from previous classes. Parents are responsible for keeping track of when their child first enrolled/unenrolling from the class as it repeats if you wish. 

Upcoming Schedule:

Week of October 28-November 2: 
Letter of the Week: E
Number of the Week: 4
Book: Pete the Cat & His Four Groovy Buttons by Eric Litwin
Comprehension Skill: Ask & answer questions about key details in a text

Week of November 4-November 9:
Letter of the Week: H
Number of the Week: 6
Book: It's My Birthday by Helen Oxenbury
Comprehension Skill: Compare and contrast experiences of characters

Week of November 11-November 16: **NO SATURDAY CLASS**-- You will not be charged
Letter of the Week: A
Number of the Week: 5
Book: Duncan the Story Dragon by Amanda Driscoll
Comprehension Skill: Ask and answer questions about unknown words in a text

Week of November 18-November 23:
Letter of the Week: W
Number of the Week: 3
Book: Who Took the Cookies from the Cookie Jar? By Bonnie Lass & Philemon Sturges
Comprehension Skill: Describe the relationship between illustrations and the story in which they appear

Week of November 25-November 29: **NO FRIDAY CLASS**-- You will not be charged
Letter of the Week: G
Number of the Week: 10
Book: Ten Black Dots by Donald Crews
Comprehension Skill: Recognize common types of texts (e.g., storybooks, poems)

Week of December 2-December 7:
Letter of the Week: T
Number of the Week: 6
Book: Tacky the Penguin by Helen Lester
Comprehension Skill: Name the author and illustrator of a story and define the role of each in telling the story

Week of December 9-December 14:
Letter of the Week: I
Number of the Week: 4
Book: If You Give a Dog a Donut by Laura Numeroff
Comprehension Skill: Compare and contrast experiences of characters

Week of December 16-December 21:
Letter of the Week: M
Number of the Week: 8
Book: Little Puppy and the Big Green Monster by Mike Wohnoutka
Comprehension Skill: Describe the relationship between illustrations and the story in which they appear

Week of December 23-December 28: **NO CLASS**-- You will not be charged