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Managing TK Classrooms through Centers

In March 2014 CKA Board members Debra Weller, Judy Crenshaw, and Ada Hand presented a workshop on Managing TK through Classroom Centers. We are providing this information to you as part of CKA’s goal of professional development.

 

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Here is an example of an integrated unit on “Apples Are Living Things,” from a previous workshop for preschool and kindergarten teachers.  It demonstrates the broad array of activities for centers and whole groups on a particular theme.

Apple Unit workshop plan:  An additional activity you may undertake is to work with cross-grade teachers to list relevant Common Core State Standards and Foundations.

Click here for professional & children’s books and websites on project-based learning is also included.

 

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