Texture Tryout

Experiment with your child using safe textures on their skin. Ask: “Do you feel the fluffy pillow? How does it feel?” Pause and wait for them to respond.

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What Learning Might Look Like

We know that children benefit from daily support for their minds, their hearts, and their bodies. Your child’s teacher will be developing learning experiences that support children’s cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development. Educators may use a Mind/Heart/Body framework to plan for learning at home.

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My Story

Use your child as a hero in bedtime stories.

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Tiny Tent

Grab a blanket to make a tiny tent at bedtime.

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Kindergarten

At-Home Activities

What About Focused Learning Time?

You have probably noticed that your child can focus on an engaging task like a puzzle or colouring a picture for about 10 to 15 minutes at a time.

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Dear Kindergarten Families

These are challenging times. We want you to know that your WRDSB family is here for you, working to reconnect classroom communities in support of your children.

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Our “For Now” Normal

Parents and caregivers are key partners in their child’s learning. Including your child in family activities like cooking, cleaning, game nights – even watching TV together – create opportunities to talk and learn together.

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When (and where) Does Learning Happen?

Simple experiences like talking, singing, moving, and playing offer incredible benefits for your child. When trusted adults are able to join in – even in simple ways or for brief periods of time – powerful learning is happening.

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Kindergarten Schedules and Routines

All families are unique. You know best what schedule will work for you and your children.

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