Extension
It Starts With Us
| 2038 - Stories, Songs, and Stretches | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2038.4) | 0 |
Based on observation, how many children increased their ability to express emotion after attending the program? |
| 2038.3) | 0 |
Based on observation and/or feedback from caregivers and/or teachers, how many children demonstrated improved early literacy skills? (i.e., phonological awareness, print awareness, narrative skills, vocabulary) |
| 2038.2) | 15 |
Based on observation and/or feedback from caregivers and/or teachers, how many children put new social-emotional skills into practice after completing the program? (i.e., self-awareness, self-management, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making) |
| 2038.1) | 15 |
Based on observation, how many children improved their gross motor skills? (i.e., body, automation, cross lateral movement, locomotor, and stability) |
Author: Kate Thompson
Major Program: Stories, Songs, and Stretches
This pandemic year caused much disruption in children’s lives-socially and academically. The lack of face-to- face instruction from the coronavirus has had negative effects on children’s education. Over the summer, kids can also experience a loss of learning. One study found that the average student lost 17–34% of the prior year’s learning gains during summer break (American Educational Research Journal). In an effort to offer social and academic l
