We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen was a favorite even before we started doing Before Five in a Row (BFIAR). This classic story is about a family who, in hunting for a bear, had to go through grass, mud, a river, a forest, and a snowstorm. The lyrical words BEG to be chanted and we made up our own song and actions to go along with it. BRAIN BOOSTER, LISTENING, … [Read more...]
The Learning Basket
From top left: Five in a Row, some of our books, costume box, CDs, musical instruments, toys and games, The Learning Basket Each week, I organize in our Learning Basket the materials that we would need: our main book from Before Five in a Row's book list, go-along books, board games, stuffed toys, CDs, sidewalk chalk, costume, musical instrument, etc. Sometimes, … [Read more...]
First and Best Teacher
Little T's teacher from the very beginning :) When Little T was a baby, I religiously checked developmental milestones every month. I bought or made toys for different areas of development, and coached (okay, harassed) our Yaya on what to do with her whenever I was out. Our daily routine, then as now, was planned to have music, books, and a lot of play time. As … [Read more...]
Before Five in a Row: Our Main Learning Basket
Growing up in a family whose only hobby is reading, I couldn't wait to share my love of good books with my own children. Any time is cuddle-reading-time! Thus, my search for a preschool homeschool program for Little T ended when I came across Before Five in a Row (BFIAR). A literature-based treasury of activities for two to four year olds, BFIAR offers different activities … [Read more...]
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