3D Preschool Word Wall

Word walls are great for elementary school, but are they necessary for pre-readers? Well, I think it is essential to incorporate as much literacy as possible into the classroom. We have a weekly letter show-and-tell which helps with beginning sound isolation and alliteration, and has the added bonus of encouraging parent involvement! After show-and-tell, I pick 2-3 items to add to the word wall with the word. Now, older children need the entire alphabet, whereas I think that would be too over-whelming for preschoolers.

I think this is a great word wall so that students can "read" the words when they see the picture. I use this same concept when I print picture-word cards to put in my pocket chart for students to read before transitioning to another activity.

More fun in the water table

 I thought I'd start with an eye-catching picture of these awesome water balls! I discovered these last year and was instantly in awe. Talk about a fun sensory experience! They start off as tiny opaque spheres, and after soaking in water for a few hours, grow many, many times their initial size! I love the multi-colors too. The downside is that they are crushable when squeezed too hard. Also, it's not good for kids who put everything in their mouth still:/

How about a baby bathtub? Kids love to play in bubbles and wash dolls. This is a perfect extension to House Area!