Trucks Roll!

Today our read aloud was titled Trucks Roll by George Ella Lyon. "Trucks bring ice cream.Trucks bring blocks, books and bulldozers, dolls and socks. Through mountains and flatlands, past deserts and towns, the trucks are rolling!"  During center time the children made a semi truck of their own.  The children then drew a picture of what they would haul in their semi.  Some children would haul turkeys, rocks, flowers, hearts, and even cookies.

One of the options that the children have during play time is to visit our iPad center.  The following apps are currently used in our classroom.  Many of them are free, so they may be a good option for the devices you have at home.
Cute Math:  This app works on counting skills.  As the children progress it introduces subtraction and addition, which may be used in the years to come.


Bugs and Buttons:  This app offers 18 different game choices.  It works on counting, sorting, and fine motor skills.

Bugs and Bubbles:  Color recognition, patterning, and letter identification are all choices when using this app.


Little Writer:  This app works on letter identification, as well as introducing the sounds that the letters make.  The best thing about this app is it works to help children form their letters correctly.


Chicktionary:  I can't share favorite apps without sharing my favorite one to play.  This app for older kids and adults works on vocabulary and spelling skills.  The best part of it is it makes you laugh!!