The month of March was a lot like a game of Bingo—exciting, unpredictable, and full of little wins along the way! Just like how you wait for the right numbers to be called, we wait for the seasons to shift—one day feeling like spring, the next reminding us winter isn’t quite ready to let go.
In our classrooms, we’re marking off new learning milestones just like filling in a Bingo card. Whether it’s recognizing letters, mastering new routines, or discovering the wonders of Spring, each achievement brings us closer to shouting, “Bingo!" As we move on to April, let’s celebrate every small success, enjoy the surprises along the way, and look forward to the big moments that make learning fun. I sure had fun playing with this group although they took me for all my money!
PreK had a blast on March 17th, for a virtual concert with the one and only Jack Hartmann! 🎶✨ His dynamic, research-based approach to music and movement had our PreK students singing, dancing, and learning all at once. Jack—an award-winning educator and musician—uses proven techniques to encourage active learning, ensuring that every beat not only entertains but also boosts development.
Did you know? Research shows that incorporating movement into early childhood routines can improve cognitive function by up to 20%, highlighting just how vital physical activity is during these formative years.
A huge thank you to Jack for making learning so fun and engaging. Jack even had me dancing! This was a great start to the day and just another reason why, It's a Good Day in PreK!
Our PreK students in Mrs. Heath's classroom in Berlin learned about Skittle Science! All you need is a plate, some skittles, and water and you have a must-try science investigation. This is a great lesson on cause and effect, sorting, and counting. This also is a great way to teach critical thinking, probelm-solving skills, and curiosity and exploration.
Dr. Seuss's birthday was March 2nd, so what better way to celebrate all things Dr. Seuss than by celebrating him and his books! Students at Green Meadow in East Greenbush got all Seussed out to celebrate the great Dr. Seuss! There were green eggs and ham sensory bins, Truffula Trees, and of course Dr. Seuss Bingo!
Eric Carle inspired stories
At Ichabod Crane, our students learned all about author, illustrator, Eric Carle. Most famous for his children's book, "The Very Hungry Caterpillar," Eric Carle has a unique art style. Using a collage technique, his stories are imaginative and playful. After learning about him, our students created their own collages and stories to go along with them. Here is an example of a story about Whale and Heart the Fish.
NYS Museum Trip!
Our students at DPS in East Greenbush visited the NYS Museum. In particular they learned about Adirondack Animals. The students compared different Adirondack mammals, including: a moose, beaver and black bear, and investigated how they live, their habitats, and what they need to survive. They also discovered and compared bird adaptations as well as how to ride a carousel horse like a pro!
