Pre-School Learning is Fun
What’s inside...
Pre-School Learning is Fun by Pat Pichler is an engaging resource for parents and educators designed to make early education enjoyable and effective. The book offers a variety of activities, games, and lessons that cover fundamental skills such as the alphabet, numbers, shapes, and colors. With an emphasis on interactive play, the book encourages children to explore their curiosity and learn at their own pace. Pichler's approach combines visual aids, hands-on experiences, and playful storytelling to ensure that pre-school learning is both educational and entertaining. Each chapter includes tips for adapting the material to suit different learning styles and developmental stages, making it a versatile tool for any pre-school setting.
Age
3-5
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the book and why?
Can you think of a time when you learned something fun like the characters did?
How do you feel when you try new things, just like the characters in the story?
Who was your favorite character and what would you like to learn from them?
If you could add another fun activity to the book, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive and animated tones when discussing the book to make the conversation more engaging.
Relate the themes of the book to your child's real-life experiences to make the content more relatable.
Encourage your child to draw or act out their favorite part of the book, enhancing their connection to the story.
Ask follow-up questions to your child’s responses to encourage deeper thinking and exploration of ideas.
Praise your child’s responses and thoughts to build their confidence in expressing their ideas and opinions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Sharing is caring
Explanation: Through interactive stories and activities, children see characters happily sharing toys and helping each other.
Real-World Application: Children learn to share their belongings with siblings and friends, fostering healthy social interactions.
Example Lesson: Colors and shapes recognition
Explanation: The book introduces various colors and shapes through vivid illustrations and simple, engaging texts.
Real-World Application: Kids will begin to identify and name different colors and shapes they encounter in everyday objects, enhancing their observational skills.
Example Lesson: Importance of politeness
Explanation: Characters in the book often use 'please', 'thank you', and 'excuse me', modeling polite behavior.
Real-World Application: Children learn to use polite words in their daily interactions, promoting respectful communication.
Example Lesson: Following instructions
Explanation: Activities in the book require following steps in order, teaching children the value of instructions.
Real-World Application: This skill helps children in setting routines, following school rules, and assembling toys or crafts correctly.
Example Lesson: Basic counting skills
Explanation: The book includes fun counting exercises with everyday items.
Real-World Application: Children apply these skills to count objects around them, like steps, toys, or ingredients, boosting their math readiness.