The Long Island Pre-K Initiative is proud to be part of Long Island's Regional Technical Assistance Center for Pre-K and Early Education. Visit its web page for links to all partner organizations. Many have important COVID-19-related resources to offer: www.nassauboces.org/rtac
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Picture books: paper or pixels? |
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Digital picture books have been a "godsend" during the pandemic, points out Jill Barshay, a staff writer for nonprofit news site The Hechinger Report. But when schools and libraries fully re-open, should children be encouraged to switch back to print? A recent study reviewed research around the globe, focussing on children up to age 8. And the answer: reading comprehension is better on paper. |
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That being said, the story isn't black and white. When it comes to fiction, young children's understanding may be easily derailed. "It may be that many of the bells and whistles that are commonly added to digital picture books — buttons to click on, pop ups, games and sounds — are distracting."
For nonfiction, on the other hand, digital versions did well, possibly since there was no story line to keep track of.
Finally, none of the 39 studies that were reviewed looked at whether students read more or less when it comes to digital vs. paper. "[One reading specialist] pointed out that the slight harm to reading comprehension may be worth it if the digital books are so engaging that your child reads more books." Read more.
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Simple and beautiful--these are two of the eight criteria for selecting children's toys for the classroom, according to an article from Community Playthings.
"Simple" means as free from detail as possible--"a plastic fried egg can only ever be a fried egg." The reason: "When details are built into his toys, a child's own ideas cannot find full expression."
"Beautiful" remind us that we are all delighted by beauty, and "a classroom that is soothing and reassuring--a place of beauty--can help children relax and learn. To find out about the other criteria, read more.
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These read-alouds help you welcome spring |
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Now that daffodils are blooming and the sun is getting brighter, it's time to get excited about the start of a new season. And the We Are Teachers website has collected 21 picture books to help you and your students do just that.
Want to know what holidays are coming up? Try The Spring Book by Todd Parr. Interested in how nature changes? Read Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring by Kenard Pak. Or just ready for a good laugh? Spring Stinks by Ryan T. Higgins might be just what you're looking for. Read more.
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Don't miss out: Free webinars for Pre-K & K |
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Bringing Nursery Rhymes to Life: Strategies to Spark Language Development for EMLs
Children who are dual language learners/English language learners need multiple, meaningful and purposeful opportunities to build new vocabulary and develop comprehension and narrative skills. Participants will learn various ways to "bring nursery rhymes to life," using developmentally appropriate activities incorporating art and music.
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Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Presenter: Jamie Nolan, former Pre-K Supervisor, Port Washington School District
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A Year with COVID: Looking Back at Lessons Learned While Looking Forward
This workshop will explore the impact of COVID-19 on the Pre-K setting. This webinar will offer ideas on how to wrap up the school year while exploring the needs of students for the summer—and the next school year. Participants will share their experiences and leave with insights on how to improve their own wellness and implement new skills in the coming year.
Date: Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Presenter: David Hymowitz is a social worker with 30 years of experience.
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Free virtual workshops from LI Regional Partnership Center |
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Positive Solutions for Families
This training will help professionals and parents promote positive and effective parenting behaviors, which will, in turn, promote children's social emotional development and address challenging behaviors.
Dates: Six sessions starting Tuesday, April 6
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Overview of Specially Designed Instruction: What is it and How is it Implemented to Address the Needs of Students with Disabilities to Ensure Access to the General Education Curriculum
Dates: Tuesday, April 13 and Tuesday, April 27
Time: 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
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Test Prep for Early Childhood Teacher
Certification
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Workshops to help you prepare for New York State teacher certification exams are being offered this spring by The Early Childhood Career Development Center and the New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute. Tuition for each series is $300 and seats are limited.
Educating All Students (EAS): Six-session series
Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, beginning Monday, April 5 OR beginning Wednesday, June 9
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
For details and to register for the first series, click here. For details and to register for the second series, click here.
Multi-Subject Content Specialty Exam (CST): Ten-session series
Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning May 4
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Full-Time Teacher (Infant/Toddler)
Stony Brook Child Care Center, SUNY Stony Brook
For the Long Island Head Start positions listed below
Email resumes to humanresources@liheadstart.org or fax to 631-758-2953
Full-Time Teacher
Long Island Head Start, Bridgehampton, North Fork, Southampton
Full-Time Certified Teacher
Full-Time Family Advocate
Full-Time Cook Assistant
Long Island Head Start, Southampton
Full-Time Family Educator--Bilingual
Long Island Early Head Start, Patchogue
EHS-CCP Disabilities Services Consultant (Birth to 2)
Long Island Head Start, Central Administration, Patchogue
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The Long Island Pre-K Initiative is a collaborating partner in the state-funded Long Island Regional Technical Assistance Center for Pre-K and Early Childhood Education. |
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72 Clinton Rd. Garden City, NY 11530-9195
Phone: 516-396-2220
www.nassauboces.org/pre-k
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