Kerdeen's STAR Achievers Academy

22/10/2022

Amen

03/03/2022

I believe something magical happens when you read a book. Read a book today.

03/03/2022

Reading gives him joy, which gives me greater joy. My little reader. The world of Spiderman!!!

03/03/2022

So true.

03/03/2022

Happy World Book Day!!!!! Books are so amazing.

03/06/2021

The Purpose of Literacy-Rich Environments

The atmosphere and decor of a classroom should foster interactions with peers and teachers, every element of the classroom is designed to allow students to explore the elements of literacy. The literacy rich environment emphasizes the importance of speaking, reading, and writing in the learning of all students. This involves the selection of materials that will facilitate language and literacy opportunities; reflection and thought regarding classroom design; and intentional instruction and facilitation by teachers and staff (Snow, Burns, & Griffin, 1999). Because literacy-rich environments can be individualized to meet student's needs, teachers are able to create both independent and directed activities to enhance understanding of concept of print and word, linguistic and phonemic awareness, and vocabulary development. For example, books, technology, manipulative materials, art projects, and explorative activities can be used around a central theme.

Readingrockets.org

05/05/2021

HAPPY TEACHERS' DAY

04/05/2021

04/05/2021

Today is celebrated as, Read Across Jamaica Day. The theme, ‘Empowering Educators: Retooling, Innovating, Networking for Sustainable Development’.
Today I read to my son's class. It was such a delight to read to students and to show them my passion for reading.

23/04/2021

With the objective to promote the importance of reading, lifelong love of literature and integration into the world of work, to inculcate joy and foster the growth of readers and emphasize the pleasure of reading, UNESCO introduced the event which is now celebrated in over 100 countries.
Books are incredibly important. It is to ensure the culture of reading continues to thrive and spread joy that this initiative by UNESCO was taken. The endeavour is to maintain a renewed respect for the irreplaceable contributions of books in our lives; and at the same time acknowledge the insurmountable contributions of significant writers, publishers, who have aided the social and cultural progress of humanity.
READ A BOOK TODAY.

23/04/2021

A Tale of Two Beasts by Fiona Roberton is a wonderful book about ‘perspectives’ and seeing what the other person sees.

Jonathan James and the Whatif Monster is great for helping kids find their bravery. ― Michelle Nelson-Schmidt

The Nutshell Library ----Maurice Sendak.

The Stinky Cheeseman and Other Fairly Stupid Tales ---- Jon Scieszka

The Phantom Tollbooth ― Norton Juster

19/04/2021

Memorable Monday. When you think of reading, what comes to mind? Put your comments below.