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FINDING THE HIDDEN WORDS BY KINDER STUDENTS


In the whimsical world of early childhood education, learning often takes on a magical quality, where ordinary objects transform into tools for discovery and exploration. Such was the case in our kindergarten classrooms at Colegio Alemán del Istmo, where we embarked on a captivating journey to uncover the secrets of high-frequency words using nothing more than flashlights and a sense of wonder.

With each flicker of light, they embarked on a treasure hunt of sorts, scouring the room in search of hidden words concealed within the nooks and crannies of their surroundings.

As they combed through the room, our young learners embarked on a multisensory adventure, engaging their senses of sight and touch as they traced the shapes of letters and words with their fingers. With each word they uncovered, a sense of triumph and accomplishment filled the air, spurring them onward in their quest for knowledge and mastery.

In the end, our kinder students emerged from their flashlight-fueled expedition with a newfound appreciation for the magic of words and the power of literacy. As they returned their flashlights to their cubbies and bid farewell to their hidden word treasures, they carried with them not only a deeper understanding of high-frequency words but also a sense of wonder and possibility that will continue to light their path toward academic success and lifelong learning.

Academic Department