Age Group: 4-5 Year Olds
Class Size: 12 Children
Room 7 utilizes the Handwriting Without Tears curriculum to increase literacy skills (pre-writing, letter formation, recognizing numbers, letters, and shapes.)
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Recently in Room 7...
All in a Day’s Work 3.20.25
At Crossroads, students’ individual goals are addressed in 1:1 sessions and in groups. Here’s a peek during a work slot, where Ms. Jenn works with a student at one table, Ms. Fatima works with a group works at another table, and Ms. Julia works with a student on the rug. All are working hard on their goals, yet everyone is doing so in a relaxed and comfortable fashion. It’s fun and there’s lots of reinforcement. We love teaching, we love our kiddos, and we’re so proud of their progress every day.
What we do trully counts! 3.13.25
C. had an incredible moment recently that left his teachers beaming with pride—he counted out loud! Though nonverbal, he found his voice in this exciting way, using clear, deliberate words and demonstrating perfect 1:1 correspondence. His teachers were overjoyed, but even more touching was the look on his face—pure pride and accomplishment! Moments like these remind us why we do what we do, celebrating every step forward and the incredible potential within each child. Way to go, C!
Task Box Fun in R.7!
2.26.25
In R.7 recently students explored task boxes—an engaging way to encourage learning through structured play. Task boxes provide opportunities for students to engage in different activities rather than sticking to their usual preferences, promoting flexibility and new skills.
Today’s boxes were filled with magnet wands and magnetic letters and numbers. Students had fun “catching” letters with their wands and identifying them as they played. This hands-on approach makes learning both exciting and effective. It’s wonderful to see our students enjoying new challenges while building important skills!
Learning Through Play: A Farm-Themed Adventure 1.24.25
In R.7, we take an interest-based approach to learning, weaving together themes and concepts the children need to master with activities they truly enjoy. This helps us address goals and build essential skills in a way that’s both engaging and meaningful for our students.
Recently, our classroom explored a farm-themed game, which brought out smiles, laughter, and plenty of learning! This small group activity was designed to support important social skills such as turn-taking, following rules, and waiting patiently for others.
While playing, the children worked on understanding the sequence of the game, practicing self-regulation as they waited for their turn, and cheering on their friends. The farm theme added a playful element that kept them interested and motivated to participate.
Using games like this is a great way to help our students develop critical skills in a natural and fun setting. It’s amazing to see how their confidence grows as they master new abilities through activities that feel like play!
Library Time with Kathy 1.8.25
We’re delighted to share some heartwarming moments from our Library Time with the wonderful Kathy! Today we enjoyed our first session of the year with her. We are just beginning to experience the joys of being in the library.
Kathy is reading engaging stories and teaching important skills like sitting crisscross applesauce on the rug, exploring all the wonderful books, and listening attentively to the story. Her enthusiasm and animated storytelling—complete with fun voices—have captivated our young learners and kept them engaged.
A huge thank you to Kathy for bringing stories to life and creating such a magical experience for our students. These sessions are sure to become a favorite time for our room, and we can’t wait to see more learning and laughter in the library!
12.5.2024 Our students are thrilled to have our gym in use! During Physical Education time, we focus on developing gross motor skills, which are crucial for balance, coordination, and overall physical development. Activities in the gym, like riding bikes and using the indoor hammock swing (pictured), not only build strength and motor planning but also boost confidence and provide essential sensory input.
These sessions also support teamwork, turn-taking, and following directions, which are vital skills for both school and life. The joy and energy in the gym are matched only by the tremendous benefits for our students’ growth and well-being!
9/10/24 It’s not even been a full week, but look! We have everyone sitting for Circle Time, or at least partially in their chairs. And that’s amazing! We’re singing the finger song and counting off the days of September, and everyone is happy. It’s so great to see routines starting to set in, and the students learning together.
7.8.2024 Lunchtime in our Classroom
5.10.24 Our learners love the Learning Without Tears curriculum, especially using the whiteboards to practice letters! They also get excited when it’s time for our Numbers books – everyone has their own, and the kids enjoy making their books special by adding their own handwritten numbers. We (teachers) are all so proud of these children. They’ve grown so much this year, come so far, and are so motivated to learn and try new things!
