Now on to MAP testing. This week testing will be in the morning Tuesday-Friday. Please don't make a big deal about this week. The children will do great. Just try to get a good night sleep and eat something for breakfast. The kids really enjoy this week because it is a break from the normal schedule. We usually go outside for a few minutes before testing, so they get 2 times for recess! This week instead of regular centers the children will pick an animal to research and either write a book or create a circle map about their animal. They can work alone or in a small group. I tried to pick the children's favorite animals...squid, peregrine falcon, otter, rhino, panda, and platypus. I think they will really enjoy this activity.
Have a wonderful week. Not long now, which makes me sad. Trying to enjoy each day with these great children.