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November 25, 2020

Ignite by Hatch – A Parent Perspective

Contributed by Jennifer Horner, Director of Education   Screen time is a phrase many parents, like myself, cringe about. Yet, I’ve been grateful for one particular app that’s helped my child actually learn and helped me better understand what he knows, and what he doesn’t.   When presented with Ignite by Hatch, I was ready Read More »

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November 1, 2016

Unit 3 Curriculum Resources

Unit 3, “Traditions & Celebrations,” is a celebration of our families and all of their unique traditions. Discovering new things about classmates and their families is a natural progression from our “All About Me” and “Communities” units, building upon self-awareness and positive social interactions. We’ll explore traditions from around the world and invite our families into our classrooms Read More »

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June 21, 2016

Differentiating “Around the World in 5 Days” Week

This week, campers are embarking on adventures around the globe! We’ll “visit” Mexico, Egypt, France, Iceland, & the Safari lands of Africa using our imaginations and virtual tools (photos, videos, audio clips via a tablet) to provide our young travelers with visual and audio learning supports. With all of the amazing things technology can do, Read More »

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June 21, 2016

Differentiating “What’s Your Super Power?” Week

Everyone has a super power, and this is the week to let them shine! We’ll balance fast-paced activities and events with community building as we explore and celebrate each camper’s unique talents. Whether you’ve been given the ability to read fast, build intricate block structures, or run through an obstacle course at top speed – Read More »

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June 21, 2016

Differentiating “Lights, Camera, Action” Week

We’re rolling out the red carpet as campers create their first feature film! This week naturally plays to multiple learning styles as children are invited to write scripts, design costumes, audition, build sets, and practice film techniques behind the camera!   The events this week walk your camp community through the process of creating a Read More »

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April 6, 2016

Unit 6 Curriculum Resources

  Unit 6, “The Great Outdoors”, invites children to explore the natural world around them! Thematic weeks within this unit include: Weather & Seasons, Gardens & Ponds, Tiny Crawlers, and Things with Wings. I Can… is the transition week that follows this unit. This resource is intended to provide you with additional information, guides, and Read More »

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January 2, 2016

Unit 4 Preschool Math Guide

The Preschool Math Guide for Unit 4 is available at the link below: Preschool Math_Unit 4 The objective of Unit 4 is for your students to have meaningful math experiences during each and every doodle day. This will happen in your classroom by… Encouraging ongoing “math talk” Concept reinforcement – Building competence in understanding of prior knowledge  (same and different, more Read More »

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August 15, 2015

Unit 1 Yoga Guide (T,PS,PK,SA)

The Toddler, Preschool, PreK and School Age Yoga Guide for Unit 1 is available at the link below: Unit 1 Yoga Guide You’ll notice that the Yoga Guide has been updated for the new school year! The objective of Unit 1 is for your students to have meaningful yoga experiences during each and every doodle day. This will happen in your classroom by… Integrating Read More »

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August 14, 2015

Unit 1 Preschool Math Guide

The Preschool Math Guide for Unit 1 is available at the link below: Preschool Math_Unit 1 You’ll notice that the Unit Guides have been updated for the new school year! The objective of Unit 1 is for your students to have meaningful math experiences during each and every doodle day. This will happen in your classroom by… Introducing and promoting “math talk” Read More »

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August 3, 2015

August Pre-Unit 1 Math Guide (FL & PA) Preschool, Pre-K

Preschool & Pre-K Math                                                                                                                               Pre-Unit 1 (August 2015) The first few weeks of the new school year are the perfect time for teachers to become better acquainted with the Math curriculum, while orienting children to the classroom math materials. Your primary goal is introduce and promote “math talk” as you encourage children to become familiar Read More »

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