Room 2 is a 6:1:2 integrated classroom with students ages two to three years of age. Throughout the school day, we focus on developing social skills, building attention spans, developing play skills, and working on our communication skills. We participate in group activities and individual instruction. Group activities include morning and afternoon meetings, play group, centers/ sensory activities, art, music, gym, and a healthy eating group. Learning how to play with a variety of classroom toys and how to play next to or with a peer is an essential part of our school day. Our individual instruction times focus on each program student’s individual needs in a 1:1 setting. In Room 2 we have fun learning all day long!
Recently in Room 2...
Soaring Play Skills 2.3.2025
Students in our room are getting very accustomed to playing with the toys we select for each day’s play centers. This represents growth from wanting to play with the same toy every time. We also see advances in their ability to play in proximity of others, share, and take turns. We are so proud of our young learners!
Circle Time Adventures in R.2 1.28.25
Circle time in our room is an engaging and interactive time where our 2- and 3-year-old students gather to explore stories, songs, and skills that spark their curiosity and development. Sitting together in a cozy semi-circle, our team immerses the children in activities that nurture communication, listening, and social interaction.
One recent highlight was a read-aloud session featuring the beloved book Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Led by our enthusiastic team, the children practiced listening as they eagerly anticipated the colorful animals on each page.
As the story unfolded, students learned sequencing and recognition by pointing out animals and their colors. They joined in by mimicking sounds and gestures, making the story come alive in the classroom.
In addition to the story, circle time includes:
- Greetings: Learning to say “hello” builds social bonds.
- Songs: Catchy tunes encourage language development and movement.
- Simple Routines: Familiar activities give students a sense of structure and comfort.
our students continue to grow through these interactive moments, making circle time a cornerstone of their day. With each page they turn and song they sing, they’re building skills that will help them thrive.
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Help us celebrate!
10.31.24
In our room, we have morning circle every day to work on greetings, calendar skills, letters and numbers. Today, we have some fun Halloween costumes on, because later we are going to go trick-or-treating and then be in a parade. When we go to our table, we have lots of visual cues for participating and communicating.
9.26.24 It’s not just a new school year for our kiddos in Room 2, it’s also – for most – a whole new experience to be at school. Away from parents and guardians for the first time, students have to get used to going to school, getting to know a lot of new people, having to adjust from being the child to being one of a group. 2 and 3-year-olds have a lot to learn! And this group is learning fast! We are excited for this year and what these kiddos can do!
7.5.24 Happy Friday! We are back today after a day off yesterday to celebrate the 4th of July, and everyone is happy as clams to be back to our vibrant classroom. At the moment, we are learning to return a rolled ball, stack with legos, and engage with a partner in play. With so many choices, it’s impossible NOT to learn and have fun!
Snack Time 4.26.24
For these, some of our youngest learners, there are many aspects of snack time that are important. During food times, healthy foods are encouraged. Many of our children struggle with eating new, different, or certain foods.
Independence is encouraged and teachers are in close proximity.
Students sit in small groups at tables with adults to assist for snack time. Student behavior and performance data is collected for analysis throughout our day.
Children learn to tolerate peers in proximity, request items, and eat the foods their parents send for them.
Enjoying a read-aloud 4.17.24
Sitting with a group of children, listening to a teacher read a story, tolerating others in one’s proximity… these are early school skills that we’ve been working on all year. Look how well we are doing here, as we listen to Kathy read the Very Hungry Caterpillar! Kathy is our beloved Library volunteer.
Group Skills are Life Skills. 4.12.24
Centers are an integral part of our daily routine, fostering social interaction and skill development among the children. Encouraged to play together at the same table, they have made significant progress over the year, demonstrating improved cooperation, communication, and teamwork skills.
