I Think I Like It....

I think I am loving the look blog look for 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum. I was looking for something bright and school based.... Thank you for being patient while I played around with new templates. :)

Jean

1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum

Back to the old look for now. :)

Well, the blog set I had on recently wasn't able to be custom fit to fit my blog, so I had to go back to the old look until I find something I like..... Hopefully something soon. :)

Shake it Down, Turn Around

I wanted to share one of our favorite music cd's at preschool. Shake It Down, Turn Around. We listen to 5 Jungle Monkeys every day before nap time.

This song is what I based the 5 Little Monkey counting sheet below.

Shake it Down and Turn Aound CD

1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum

In getting ready for the new school year, now is a great time to join 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum. For $25.00 a year, you have access to all files loaded onto the curriculum web site.

Check out 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum for free downloads. :)
Thank you Jean

Excuse the Mess. :)

I'm currently working on getting a new template for the 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum blog. I love the new layout, just working to get everything fitting on the page correctly... So please excuse the mess while I work on the blog. Thank you....

Check back soon for a new contest. :)

Jean

1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum

Zoo Fun Alphabet Game

I have placed a Zoo Fun Alphabet Game on 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum. Under Zoo theme... :)
Thanks Jean

Zoo Fun Alphabet Strips

I have loaded Zoo Fun Alphabet Strips to the 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum web site. (Under Zoo).
More to be added. Thanks Jean

5 Little Monkeys

One of our favorite songs is 5 little Monkeys, and we do it every day before nap time. I'll have to locate a link for the cd, but they all jump down from a tree, and then they all lay down and go to sleep. :)
We always subtract while doing this song, so I thought, why not make a counting and subtracting board. So it is done, and added to the 123 Learn Curriculum web site, under Zoo - Math and Science ideas.
More to be added. Thanks Jean

Magnet Counting Sheets - School Days

I have added some School Days Magnet Counting Graph sheets to 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum web site... :)
You will find these under the School Days theme link...

More to be added... Thank you.... Jean

Video of magnet counting sheets

Assorted Magnets (Click on to purchase) 

Magnets - (Click on to purchase) 

School Days Magnet Sheets

I have loaded 2 templates of School Days Magnetic Sheets. They are on the 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum web site under the School Days link. :)

More to be added.

Thanks Jean

Spanish Color Worksheets

I have added some Spanish color worksheets to 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum web site. Under the Spanish link on the members section.

More to be added.

Thank you Jean

Spanish Shape Worksheets

I have added Spanish shape worksheets to 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum web site. Under the Spanish link. :)

More to be added.

Thank you

Jean

Spanish Number Worksheets 1 - 10

I have added Spanish number worksheets. 1 - 10 to the 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum web site. They are located after signing in - under the Spanish link.

More to be added. Thank you

Jean

123 Learn Curriculum Web Site

 

Check out http://www.123learncurriculum.com/ for free downloads.
Membership is only $25.00 for a year.... :)
Great time to join to get ready for the coming school year...
Thanks Jean :)

Zoo Fun Clothes Pin Letter Match

New Zoo Fun Alphabet Clothes Pin Letter Match cards have been placed on 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum...... Under Zoo Fun. :)

More to be added. Thanks Jean

 

Zoo Fun Number Counting Graphing

I had a request to do some magnet number graphing sheets, so since I'm working on Zoo Fun, I did a couple templates using the zoo graphics. Kids have the option of using any magnet they want as they place them in the number lines, or use the color magnet, and place them in the correct line. :)
They are located on the 123 Learn Curriculum web site under Zoo Fun - Math and Science Activities. :)

More to be added. Thanks Jean

Video Directions for Lapbook - Flipbook

This short video will give you an idea on how to make a flip book for your lap books. The measurements of 9 1/2" x 3 1/2" is the measurements to use if you are making a flip book using templates from 1 - 2 - 3 learn Curriculum.

Use different measurements to go with what pictures you need to fit in your lap book.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwYS57W2rfk

Magnets for Magnet Sheets

I have been placing magnet sheets on the 123 Learn Curriculum web site. The magnets that I use with these sheets are 2 different sets. You can purchase these below from Amazon.com.

Zoo Fun Beginning Letter Match Up Cards

I added Zoo Fun Beginning Letter Match Up Cards to 123 Learn Curriculum - under Zoo Fun... It's a big file - 31 pages, so give it time to load. :)

You match the beginning letter with the picture. A - apple, B - butterfly, etc.
I placed upper and lowercase cards so you can also have the children match the uppercase letter to the lowercase... :)
More to be added.
Thanks
Jean

Zoo Fun Wall Words

I basically think I am done for at least the next week on dong things for my child care, accreditation observation is done.... I am going to call and see if I can get into a class for next Monday to finish getting college credits for renewing my CDA, so I have time to get back and start working on curriculum... YAAAA

I have just added Zoo Fun Wall Words to the 123 Learn curriculum web site - Under Zoo Fun. :)
More to be added
Thanks Jean

4th of July Spin Art

Supplies needed:

• white card stock
• red paint
• blue paint
• blue card stock
• double sided tape (or glue)
• salad spinner

1. Cut white card stick to fit inside the basket of the salad spinner. We used the following salad spinner -

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00138P8TQ/ref=as_li_ss_til?tag=123leacur-20&camp=213381&creative=390973&linkCode=as4&creativeASIN=B00138P8TQ&adid=1HYEYSBKPEM72AFTHBNP

size of the paper was 6" x 6"

2. Place paper inside the spinner.

3. Have red and blue paint in small squeeze bottles.

4. Have children get the paper spinning - squeeze red and blue paint onto the white card stock as it is spinning.

5. Hang up and dry.

6. When spin art is dry - attach to a piece of blue card stock so that it frames the spin art. Double sided tape works great, but you can also use glue.

Hang up and enjoy!

4th of July T-Shirt

4th of July Shirt Video

Above is a video on youtube for a 4th of July t-shirt... I will be placing directions that can be printed up or saved to 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum for members. This video does give you good directions though for any non-members.
They turned out ADORABLE!
Thanks
Jean

4th of July Streamer

4th of July Streamer craft added to 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum - under Holidays...
More to be added.
Thanks Jean

4th of July Center Piece

I have added a 4th of July center Piece craft to the 1 - 2 - 3 Learn Curriculum web site - under holidays (members Section).
Thank you
Jean
http://www.123learncurriculum.com/

The Art of Communication

Communicating Between Child Care Provider and Parent

Communication with day care parents is an important part of providing quality child care. The best of any relationship involves being able to talk, share ideas and concerns. As quoted by John Powell "Communication works for those who work at it". And thus this is also true with a relationship between a child care provider and the parents of the children she cares for.

The key to any relationship is respect.

A child care providers job is hard and tedious, and most important as they care to the needs of our future. A parent also deserves respect as they have the hard task of finding a child care provider that has the same moral standards as they do. They are leaving their child each day in the hands of someone else, and this can be stressful. Having respect between the child care provider and parent will help with the art of communication.

So we know that communication is important, so lets discuss what different forms of communication there is between a child care provider and parent.

Daily

Daily communication lets you share with parents how their child is doing, what activities their child did during the day and any concerns you wish to cover. Always talk with parents one on one, with no other parents around to make the talking is comfortable and private.

Talking during drop off and pick up each day keeps both the provider and parent informed on what is going on each day at child care and parents can let providers know of any new changes at home to help with the child's day. This could be from not sleeping good at night to a death in the family. Knowing what is going on at home can help a provider with the child's day at child care.

E-mails

A fast and easy way to communicate. A provider can share pictures with parents at work - to show what activities their child is doing during the day, reminders of days off, or a quick e-mail to let them know what an awesome day their child is having. What a nice little surprise for parents and they will really appreciate that quick e-mail. Make sure to have all parents e-mail addresses at work or home.

Newsletters

Sending home monthly newsletters can keep parents informed of what will be going on at child care during the month. These can be one page to 3 pages. Keep your newsletter brief. Depends on your skill with doing newsletters, information you would like to share, and time you have to put one together.

Ideas for placing in newsletters:

Themes for the month

Calendar of important dates, closings, birthdays, celebrations

Touch on policies: use this section each month, pick a policy and touch on it as a gentle reminder to parents.

Children's artwork, cute comments

Highlight milestones and accomplishments of both children and staff.

Welcome new children and say good by to children leaving your child care.

Suggested book list

There is so much you can add to a newsletter, but again, keep it brief, keep it consistent each month and come up with a template you can use over and over again to make newsletter writing easier each month.

Blog

A fun way to share with parents what is going on in your program each day. Be sure to take plenty of pictures, but before posting any on your blog, have parents fill out a photo permission sheet and keep in your files. When doing up a permission sheet, include placing their child's picture in your newsletter, on the internet and any other place that would be a public venue.

Bulletin Boards

Placing a bulletin board in your entrance is an easy way to communicate with parents on a daily basic with a visual form of communication.... Let parents know what the children eat each day by placing a weekly or daily menu on your bulletin board.

Hang up a sheet letting parent know what theme the children are doing for the week, what books they are reading, a list of days your program is closed, etc. What you would like parents to know - hang up on your bulletin board. Decorate and make it inviting to read each day.

Communication is key to running a successful child care business. Using the above ideas will only help and show your parents that you respect the need to communicate with them on a daily basis.