Mrs. Bindergarten Goes to Kindergarten Activities

Getting Ready for School with Mrs. Bindergarten

As the new school year approaches, many young children are excited to start their kindergarten journey. And what better way to introduce them to this adventure than through the delightful story of Mrs. Bindergarten? In this charming tale, we follow Mrs. Bindergarten as she prepares her classroom for the arrival of her students.

The story begins with Mrs. Bindergarten waking up early on the first day of school. She greets her dark, summertime-empty classroom with an explosion of color - a bouquet of fall leaves, a goldfish, rolled-up posters, and shoeboxes full of delightful surprises. As she gets ready for her students, we see glimpses of her young pupils getting ready too. Adam Krupp wakes up, excited to start his kindergarten journey.

As the story unfolds, Mrs. Bindergarten takes her students on a field trip to various places such as the bakery, post office, library, and park. Along the way, they learn about different animals and their corresponding letters of the alphabet. For example, Adam is an alligator, Brenda is a beaver, and Christopher is a cat.

One of the most enjoyable aspects of this story is its whimsical illustrations. The detail in the pictures makes it easy to follow along with Mrs. Bindergarten's adventures. Young readers will relish the scenes of school preparation, adorned by rhyming text. Who can forget the mother iguana dragging her son Ian Lowe out the front door, or Vicki Densel biting her pencil?

The story also comes with a range of digital lesson and Google Classroom activities that make learning fun and engaging for kindergarten students. These resources are designed to accompany Mrs. Bindergarten's other books, such as 'Miss Bindergarten Last Day of Kindergarten' and 'Pet Show.'

In conclusion, 'Mrs. Bindergarten Goes to Kindergarten Activities' is a delightful way to introduce young children to the world of school and learning. With its engaging story, whimsical illustrations, and range of digital resources, this book is sure to delight both parents and teachers alike.

Activity Ideas:

* Create your own kindergarten classroom with props and materials

* Match animals with their corresponding letters of the alphabet

* Act out scenes from the story using puppets or stuffed animals

* Create a 'first day of school' journal for each child to document their kindergarten journey

* Sing songs about school and learning with your kindergarten class

Discussion Questions:

* What do you think Mrs. Bindergarten is most excited about on the first day of school?

* How do you think Adam, Brenda, and Christopher felt on their first day of school?

* What are some things you can do to get ready for school in the morning?

* Why is it important to learn about different animals and their letters?

Extension Activities:

* Create a 'Kindergarten Classroom' diorama using cardboard boxes and other materials

* Write a story about your own first day of school or kindergarten experience

* Draw pictures of your favorite animal and its corresponding letter of the alphabet

* Create a 'Kindergarten Word Wall' with vocabulary words from the story

Assessment:

* Observe children's ability to match animals with their corresponding letters of the alphabet

* Ask children questions about the story, such as what Mrs. Bindergarten did on her first day of school or what kind of animal Adam is

* Evaluate children's understanding of kindergarten routines and activities

* Assess children's ability to follow directions and participate in group activities

Technology Integration:

* Use digital resources such as Google Classroom and educational apps to support learning

* Create a virtual 'Kindergarten Classroom' using online tools and software

* Record videos or podcasts about kindergarten experiences and share with parents and other classes

* Use online games and activities to reinforce letter recognition and animal matching skills.

Mrs. bindergarten goes to kindergarten activities