Preschool Teacher: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Many preschool teachers say that block towers are one of the best ways for children to learn about balance and math.
Through history
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Long ago
Long ago, people began to see that young children learn best through play, songs, and stories. This idea grew into the work preschool teachers do today.
Tools of the trade
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Paint Easel
A paint easel holds up a large sheet of paper at a child's height. It lets children paint big, bold pictures standing up.
A day in the job
- Morning WelcomeThe teacher says hello to each child at the door. Children hang up their bags and choose a fun activity to start the day.
Words to know
- Circle Time
- Circle time is when the class sits together in a ring to sing, talk, and listen to a story. Everyone gets to be part of the group.
Quiz time
Preschool teachers help children learn to share and take turns.
Preschool teachers mostly give children big tests with pencils and papers every day.