Toddler and Preschool First Day of School

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It's our first week of school! We have a staggered start to help with separation anxiety and being able to show them everything we do during our morning. So, we only have 5 children in this video. You can see everything we will be doing during our first 2 weeks (All About Me) here: teaching2and3yearolds.com/all...
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[@user-qz7fg5xi1i]

I’m a student major in early children education in Taiwan, and I am so glad to see this video. It’s really helpful for me to learn that how to decorate the class in different culture .thank you for your sharing😊

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

I’m so glad that the video was helpful! I will be publishing more soon! 🙂

[@surangidhanushika8458]

Can you please do a video about doing some lessons plan Thank you.

[@nadasweet6739]

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[@makingoverv6021]

I have been teaching Pre-k for 15 years and I still get that first day jitters as well! It looks like you, your assistants and students are off to a fabulous school year!!

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

I think we will get them for our entire teaching career! I didn’t have “schoolmares” , though. I usually do!

[@kerronkim6167]

Hey Sheryl I just wanna say that I love the approach you are now taking to make your videos. Showing the activities throughout your day. Continue to be the wonderful and inspirational teacher that you are. ❤

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Thank you so much! I appreciate the feedback. Looking forward to sharing more!

[@SAkbar-fb4jv]

@@Teaching2and3YearOlds hi teacher please can I talk to you on Instagram....?

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[@ascensioncano3606]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and ideas.

[@mowutessoriomowunmiadesoye3363]

24th back to school!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Wow! Awesome.

[@jamessherry9506]

Wow! Bravo

[@25el98tu]

You are such an inspiration, thanks for all the tips, and ideas you gave us. I learn so much from you. Have a great school year.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Thank you, Anele! ❤️ I’m glad my videos are helpful!

[@BEAR_-nl9zr]

Wow i love the family wall and the quiet corner. This would've been great if my kinder had done this with me but instead i just held onto a lipstick my mum gave to keep safe until she picked me up. This is the best environment for kids. I have adhd, so i would have thrived in this learning environment. Good on you and thank you for giving children time to warm up and feel at home, preschool can be pretty hard especially when it comes down to being away from their parents, some children. I worked at a kindergarten where the children would come in play and then sit on a mat for reading time. One student was struggling as he first entered the classroom and his mum told him to stop misbehaving but i could tell he just wanted some quiet time to warm up to everything. So i as soon as i mentioned cars and a book, he relaxed more into the first stage.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

It breaks my heart. I was one of those children, too, so I am super sensitive about separation anxiety. My children also dealt with it, so I experienced it as a mother. I'm sorry for your experience, but it has helped you develop empathy towards those that have a hard time. ❤

[@karmen888]

Woooooow what a place! Amazing!

[@tonyameadows9042]

Fantastic! The room arrangement looks great too! I wish you well in your new school year. ❤ from VA.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Thank you, Tonya!

[@TRUECRIMEWITHBAMBI]

wow if only there was more of you as a teacher and you're lovely classroom.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

You are so kind. Thank you! ❤️

[@roseandhoneychannel4733]

All that natural light though 😍😍😍

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

It's one of the many things I love about this space!

[@honghanhpham8276]

Thanks Teacher.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

You're welcome! ❤

[@janayslife5414]

Awesome! Thanks for your service to children and for your instructional resources to teachers like me.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Thank you for watching!

[@susanwilliams2807]

As always Sheryl, you are such an inspiration. Thank you so much and have a fantastic school year!!

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Thank you, Susan! I hope you have a good year, too!

[@gis8770]

Excelente me encanto ver la organización del aula y el desarrollo de la jornada

[@akhtarzia786]

❤ super work

[@arlenemorrison3768]

What a wonderful space. I just love your videos

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Thank you, Arlene!

[@karineglaser_]

I’m addicted to your channel! I just find it out and I’m loving it! Xoxo from Brazil

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

I'm so glad you found my channel! Looking forward to sharing more videos soon!

[@Tia_Eva]

Tudo muito lindo!!! Merece 1 super like🎉😊❤

[@JoyN246]

Thank you for this video- not only is it amazing to see the way your room is set up, it's cool to see how the kids are just playing away! Starting procedures, using consistency, it's all good! I've been asked to help upgrade our 2-3 preschool program here in Burundi at an English speaking school. My first plan is just to add more toys for play, and 3D examples as they learn.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

I am so glad this is a good resource for you! You might also want to check out last year's themed videos as I show even more with the students engaged throughout our morning, not just during centers time. Best of luck to you as you upgrade your preschool program!

[@preppygurloffical]

@@Teaching2and3YearOldshello!

[@KachPrettyLife]

AWESOME 😎... Thanks for sharing this great 😃 video with us 🤠😊..

[@TamaraInTanzania2]

Beautiful classroom

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Thank you! ❤

[@Stuartski]

Very nice space and some good resources. Personally I prefer the preschools of Reggio Emilia and Anji play in China which do not focus on direct academic instruction with such young children. I try to avoid questions in which I know the answer also. It's a lovely gym space.

[@olwinwalker1432]

Thanks for sharing. 😊👍

[@sethachheang8718]

Where you located

[@user-qp9jy4bi4z]

Thanks so much for uploading this to KZbin this is brilliant

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Thanks for watching!

[@saraqafoku7928]

I love this classroom so much 👍👍👍

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Thank you! ❤

[@abbyjohnson206]

Oh wow, your school looks like a paradise compared to mine 😢

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

I am very appreciative of this space, that's for sure. For 18 years I was downstairs in a much smaller space. It has taken 25 years to collect what we have now.

[@abbyjohnson206]

@@Teaching2and3YearOlds you’re such a great teacher, it shouldn’t have taken 25 years. Those children are so lucky to have you help them learn and grow.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

@@abbyjohnson206 - Thank you! ❤ Not all of it took that long, but it was accumulated during that time. We required fundraisers to purchase the big stuff and we get a certain amount of money each year to put towards supplies. But like most private preschoolers, we are on a tight budget. For years I had mismatched furniture that was donated or found at garage sales. Over time we were able to replace most of it one piece at a time.

[@srehtodnacipE]

I'm jealous 😭😭😭😭 If only they also kept this in the older grades since I never went to a preschool like this before [Never even seen a gym!?] You got an awesome classroom

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Our preschool is located in a church and they have a large fellowship hall that we can use as a gym. We really are blessed to have that space since it rains a lot here.

[@silverose1209]

I would LOVE to see as many actual circle times as possible!! :) It has always been a struggle for me for years.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

I wish I could show more, but for several reasons I cannot show all of my circle times. (Copyright with books and songs being one of them.) But I will try to show snippets here and there where I can.

[@silverose1209]

@@Teaching2and3YearOlds I am thankful for whatever you can show. Like the little things that get their attention back or how you keep it moving. I always feel like I am fumbling around for the next thing and lost them.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

@@silverose1209 This is very helpful! I will try to show more snippets of our day. ❤️

[@pumpkinminty3809]

This is such a nice school the one I work at is ghetto and we have to get our own supplies.

[@MsSHERYLC]

Thank you! I appreciate everything about it as it has taken us 25 years to get here.

[@ulsbkr]

First of all, hello. I am a Gazi University early childhood education student. I'm working hard here and I just discovered your videos. I want to be a good early development specialist in the future, I watch the videos of my colleagues like you to expand my perspective. Thanks for the video, good luck. I am using translation for this text. if i made mistakes, i am sorry.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Welcome! I am so happy you found my channel!

[@TA-mu4he]

Nice set up! New subbie here! I would love to see more circle time ideas. Do they nap? If so, how's the transition done? ❤️

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

I will be sharing circle time snippets and tips in my upcoming classroom theme videos, so make sure to keep checking in! 😊 We are only a morning class so I don’t deal with naps - so I cannot offer advice. Sorry!

[@nicole__ethier]

I love your videos! As a newer 2s teacher they’ve been so helpful, so thank you for doing them! Also, I’m curious, with a class size of 16 and three teachers total we usually start with about 8-10 and gradually goes up once they turn 2. Is your class size 10 total?

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Hi Nicole! I'm so happy that you find my videos helpful! Yes, our class size is 10 total. Per our licensing, that is the max we can have with children under 3.

[@adriellefalcao_]

I loved this video! My dream is to work at a school like this.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Thank you!

[@ADSEnglishAcademy]

👍👍👍

[@teeshwar]

Hi I just wanna know which day care is it and where is it

[@LTTV2006]

Hey Sheryl, I am curious as to how the kids will use their family pictures in the sensory bin. I have written some of your ideas to use on my first day. Thanks for sharing this video,

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

They love seeing not only their families, but other families. It creates nice conversations as the children point out each family member. And if you add them to a filler that can be scooped and poured, there’s fine motor happening, too!

[@LTTV2006]

Thank you. I'm new to this field. I will be starting soon, and I think I will use this during the first week @@Teaching2and3YearOlds

[@fukkenjuanisz]

Where are those mirrors in the play dough table from?

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

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[@godismyjoy454]

Observation 4

[@ascensioncano3606]

I love the idea of the five little monkeys jumping on the bed. Thanks

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

It’s a favorite and has helped us greatly during our first circle times this year!

[@_thejoycecrawford]

My daughter is 2 and starts preschool in august 😭 I’m going to cry my eyes out

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

It's hard, but you can do it! ❤

[@qanzaulhaq8579]

@@Teaching2and3YearOlds what do you learn in preschool

[@ruthpierrebissainthe6717]

My son starts Pre-K3 and I’m so nervous but excited. I might cry

[@susanasolano8229]

I live in Texas. This year in our district we have a teacher shortage,so in my Pre-k 4 class I have 38 students and two teacher assistants. I’m still thinking that it’s to much but my Principal said that’s ok. This is my second year teaching and I’m scared 😳

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Huge hugs to you! Hopefully your principal will will there when you need more support, as that makes all the difference.

[@hohoclaire]

What an amazing class! I have a 2.5 yo and will start daycare soon but he's not good at sitting down for circle time. Sometimes he just walks away and does his own thing. Is that typical for his age? Any tips to help him get more focused?

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Hi Claire! Yes, it can be common. That’s why I keep my circle times interactive - using props and such to engage the children. They don’t just want to listen to me. They want to be part of it! But at home I’d suggest having him sit with you to look at a book. If that’s hard for him, pick short books. Even better is if you can find books with things he is interested in (fire trucks, for example). Not only is it a special bonding time between the 2 of you, but it’s also strengthening his attention span. Gradually, as he is ready, you can get longer or more detailed books.

[@SaifKhan-qq1vs]

❤❤❤

[@infotech00]

How can i become preschool teacehr in Ireland can you plz guide me

[@diywithintong]

What is the name of the toy that you asked the boy what color is that while the piece rolls down?

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Engineer-a-coaster from Lakeshore.

[@raulsouza5866]

god dammit your classroom is a nasa station, well done.

[@easyliteracylettersounds4955]

I'm an early years teacher in Nigeria and ur page has been very helpful, insightful and inspiring. Can I know the number of kids in a class and how many teachers or assistants?. Thank u

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

We follow our state licensing guidelines. Therefore our twos class can have up to ten children. I have an assistant and also have access to a floating teacher.

[@easyliteracylettersounds4955]

@@Teaching2and3YearOlds thank u so much ma'am❤️

[@priyarajan6503]

Can you please say where is the school? Curious cos it looks great

[@Ickyace]

Legally, protectively and professionally she shouldn’t.

[@baybayg63]

I like the cubbies, can you give the brand or tell me where I could find them. I really like yours much better than the ones I have. I would really love to purchase them. Thanks

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

IKEA. We have the vertical for our class and the horizontal for the 3 and 4 year olds. Check the Trofast collection.

[@baybayg63]

@@Teaching2and3YearOlds 👌 Thank you so much. I'm always watching your videos. You always have great information and ideas. Thanks again

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

@@baybayg63 - I’m glad the videos are helpful. I look forward to sharing more soon! 😊

[@Lalisa-lisa357]

Dear if people have basic English soo that can they go for,,,,primary assistance teacher kindly reply

[@rrustamar]

Hey Shery, how come your wall still look clean :( ours so mess, there's a lot of children's "ART" on the wall :(

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Hi Risandy - Good question! Because I haven't started displaying art yet, since it's only week #2. We've been working on the friendship banner, which will be hung this week, and our family house book, which will go in our reading corner (It's a book, so it won't hang on the wall). I can't wait to get their art on the wall! (I much prefer decorating the classroom with their work, as I've discussed in this post: teaching2and3yearolds.com/easy-ways-to-decorate-a-classroom-with-the-childrens-work/.)

[@sararose2733]

How do you teach them not to break things or make a mess?

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

I don't stress about what we consider "mess". Two year olds love to transport things, so we will find toys everywhere. We do a group clean up at the end of centers time (not perfect, but it teaches them how to put things away before we move on to circle time). As for breaking things, I take time to show them how materials are handled. If I see that they are continuing to be rough with them, and I am concerned about the items being broken, I might put them away. But taking the time to show them how to gently care for materials goes a long ways.

[@sakinabivins9415]

I noticed you have mirrors with Playdoh play.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

Yes! But those were way too small and my original mirrors were wearing out. I've since replaced them all with these: amzn.to/44b5Y5k

[@sakinabivins9415]

Is there a specific purpose for them? I've never thought to add mirrors.

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

@@sakinabivins9415 - They reflect light and the children love seeing everything in the reflection, including their faces if they look into it. If you google "Reggio - Mirrors" you might find some more information. They especially look nice when you use colorful pieces on top.

[@aknshab9874]

Are they child proof mirrors

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

@@aknshab9874 - They are acrylic.

[@user-bo3vh6ml6p]

Please i want to study at your home school

[@ashleyagliam5039]

where is this country?

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

We are in the United States.

[@faisalhariri465]

😅

[@RichardRuvalcaba-rt3rr]

❤🎩🍎

[@user-nk3bx7rs5l]

Teacher I am from sri lanka.can i have a teaching job in your country ?

[@karmen888]

Woooooow, Excellent

[@Faisey648]

😭 I don’t want to send my baby to school😭

[@tastyfood520]

Is this school in Canada?

[@Teaching2and3YearOlds]

United States

[@godismyjoy454]

Observation 4