Early Intervention: Kindergarten
Lee-Ann Mascis
Pedagogical Consultant Early Intervention Teamlmascis@swlauriersb.qc.ca ext. 1237
Kelly Crowdis
Pedagogical Consultant Early Intervention Teamkecrowdis@swlauriersb.qc.ca ext. 1412Purposeful play and a play-based learning environment is essential to the development of the whole child. Whether you are a teacher who wants to breathe new life into your classroom or who would like help making some small shifts in your practice we are here to support you. We are available to support your growth and development as an early childhood educator through 1:1 modelling, small group PLCs, offering workshops, as well as sharing current research and resources.
How we can help
In addition to the general offer of service, we can offer various supports to this subject including helping you:
Support with developmentally appropriate practices for the early childhood environment
Support with choice of materials and resources for the kindergarten classroom
Support with physical classroom set-up
Modeling of lessons for specific topics (Play 5, Zones of Regulation) and general play-based activities (loose parts)
Support with interventions for specific students and/or situations
Our Resources
Learning Goal and Activity Planner Templates (Kindergarten Pre-Kindergarten)
SWLSB Welcome to Pre/K Transitions Site
Early Intervention Team Monthly Newsletter - Past Editions
Play in K: Best Practice for Playful Learning Toolkit
External Resources
Quebec Education Program: Preschool (Kindergarten) (English) (French)
LEARN Quebec Special Needs and At Risk Students in K: A Toolkit for Teachers
EduGAINS Kindergarten Resources
Ontario Ministry of Education & Ontario Science Center: Play-Based & Inquiry-Based Video Series (English) (French)
The Learning Exchange: Kindergarten Matters Video Series and Resources