Dear Toddler Families,

As my final weeks as a student teacher at the CDC inch their way to the end, I will be

starting my official solo lead teaching week. The week of April 15nd through the 26th my role in

the classroom will be centered around the “lead”, duplicating the role of Stephanie and Beth’s.

During this week with the permanent teacher supports, I will be focusing on the end of the day

pick-up interactions with you all, planning curriculum for the children and guiding transitions

throughout the day. My focal point around the curriculum will be transportation! Throughout the

semester, I have noticed a strong passion in several different areas of transportation in the

dramatic play area, car/truck toy play, creative art play with trucks, and much more. My goal is

to provide an enriching learning environment through play that allows the children to explore

deeper into their own fascinations. I am thrilled to see where the week takes us in terms of

emergent curriculum, and letting my curriculum grow and adapt based on the children’s interests

on the topic!

Sincerely, Tyrah Urie.