CLASS Description
Quality of Feedback
Scaffolding– The teacher leads the game & gives examples of words starting with the given sound to help them figure out what letter it is.
Language Modeling
Repetition- The teacher repeats many of the kids’ phrases: “You both have equal!”
Concept Development
Integration– The activity is phonics-focused, but the teacher incorporates math: “You have two and you have two, what does that mean? EQUAL!”
Age: 4K
Play Type: Playful Instruction
Content: Gross Motor, Language Arts, Math, SEL
Context: Center
District: Pike Creek
Teacher: Ms.J
Video Descripton
In centers, Ms. J instructs 4K students in a literacy game. The children have to find the correct letters for the game. The game shows Playful Instruction as Ms. J is initiating and directing the literacy activity but there are many fun elements to the activity such as racing, finding the letter, and Ms. J’s positive encouragement.