Kk is for Kite
Worksheets have their place in preschool at home, here is why.
— August 5, 2024
Hands-on, manipulatives, experiments, activities, and games all have a prominent stage when it comes to preschool at home. People often overlook and look down upon the typical worksheet in home learning for preschool. However, there are two important reasons not to condemn the traditional worksheet. First, it provides opportunities for continued learning during rest periods. The second is that it provides quiet engagement when another sibling (or task) requires attention.
Kk is for Kite offers such a worksheet to practice handwriting for preschoolers. Kk is for Kite has more activities that are all themed around kites. Including science, a craft, and coloring pages. Check it out at the button below.
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Kite activities for preschoolers.
Monday highlight: Preschool handwriting practice with kite tail tracing.
To kickstart the week I always introduce the theme by reading books from the book suggestion list and the new letter with the Alphabet Train Wall Display. Check out that printable by following the link and track your child’s progress through the alphabet. Also available is an acorn or caterpillar wall display.
Later that morning, I sat down with Mick, 3 year old, to practice his handwriting with the free printable at Kk is for Kite. He has watched his older brother write for some time and has been trying to hold markers and crayons correctly. After only correcting him once he held his pencil as he should. I worked with his older brother on math while observing Mick’s form and neatness. He retraced the lines multiple times in different colors, his neatness improving each time.
In this instance, the kite-themed handwriting worksheet allowed for quiet engagement with the week’s theme while his older brother received the necessary attention to complete his math lesson.
Tuesday highlight: Preschool kite craft.
After the morning basket, that included kite themed books again, we reviewed the alphabet with the wooden alphabet puzzle. I only supply Mick with A-K. By only giving him the letters he has had lessons about he is able to focus and not become overwhelmed.
Next we were ready to create the craft. His big brother was out of the house for the day so it was just his little brother, Mo, and him doing the Paper Bird Kite. Since it is such an easy craft, I was sure to make an extra one for big brother though. For step-by-step instructions check out How to make a kite craft with your 3-5 year old.
Once complete, the kite will lift up behind your child while they run. I enjoy this craft for multiple reasons but the primary one is that it tires the boys out.
Wednesday highlight: Where does the wind blow?
Once we finished reading during the morning basket I started the boys on their math lessons. Marty first and then I helped Mick review patterns. Once he was comfortable again with the math printable I kept an eye on Mick while assisting Marty. This way he could receive immediate feedback. The Drum Patterns Printable is another free resource to use with your preschooler.
The rest of the morning and part of the afternoon passed before I began the activity for the day. Where does the wind blow? Is a favorite among my boys because it involves bubbles. I enjoy it because of how simple of an activity it is.
After observing the wind and bubbles the boys came in to rest and I supplied Mick with another copy of the Kite Handwriting Worksheet and he repeated what he did on Monday.
Thursday highlight: Build and fly a kite
Today is the last day of our Kk is for Kite. Nature Group takes up our Fridays. Our Thursday started normally with a morning basket and review using the wooden alphabet puzzle. Then, Daddy took over because he was home this day and he helped the boys put together the kite kits.
After assembling them in the morning we went to fly them. It was a perfect day for it too. After Daddy or I successfully had them flying in the air we allowed the boys to take over. Eventually it would make its way down and we would start over.
Preschool worksheets
When worksheets are mixed among activities, games, and hands-on activities they can be a benefit to a homeschool preschool environment. Make them work for you and they may just provide the quiet and rest your child needs while continuing to learn. To access the free handwriting Kite Tail Worksheet go to Kk is for Kite.
Kk is for Kite is a part of a free at home preschool curriculum. Activity ideas, book suggestions, coloring pages, printables, and more are included with each letter of the alphabet. Check it out at the button below. It’s Letter of the Week reimagined for homeschool.
A sample week at a glance.
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