W.G. Mallett School
116 Middle St. 
Farmington, ME 04938
WELCOME TO KINDERGARTEN!
  • Kindergarten Teachers
    • Ms. Ball
    • Mrs. Bouchard
    • Miss Foss
    • Mrs. Meyer
    • Mrs. Plaisted
    • Miss Schanck
  • Resources
    • Home & School Connections
    • Parents and Guardians
    • Online Learning
    • STARS
    • Just for Kids!
  • Fundraising
  • Contact Information
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Math 

We use the math program Engage NY (sometimes known as Eureka Math). This website provides videos, tips, and support for parents and families for PreK-8th grade. 
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http://ycjusd.ridgeview.schoolfusion.us/modules/cms/pages.phtml?pageid=323862

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http://www.grayson.k12.va.us/departments/instruction/ elementary_education/math_resources/


Mrs. Cohen is the Math Specialist or "Head Mathematician," in our school. She has a website with up-to-date information on what your child is learning in their classroom each week. Check it out! 



Want to know how help your child develop mathematically at home? Easy, talk it. This website provides information on how "talk math." as it occurs naturally in your child's environment. 
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http://littlemindsatwork.blogspot.com/2014/11/getting-kinds-to-talk-math.html

Literacy

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http://maineanencyclopedia.com/farmington/


The Farmington Public Library has lots of activities for families. There are programs as well as opportunities to borrow books.



Reading Rockets has designed tips for Kindergarten parents in regard to reading and writing.
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http://jefferson.lib.co.us/kids/jcpl-kids-blog/reading-rockets-launches-good-readers

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http://www.tinystepsmommy.com/2012/05/10/childrensayamazingthings/

Talking and communicating are an important part of your child's literary development. One way to engage with your child is to talk to him/her about what they did at school. Here are some prompts that will engage your child more than the old stand by "So how was school today?"

Other Info / Links


Kindergarten has changed dramatically since you were in kindergarten and even in the last few years. Scholastic has put out a great article entitled What Kindergarten Teachers Wish Parents Knew. 
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http://www.babble.com/babble-voices/part-1-5-favorite-ways-to-engage-reluctant-writers-for-kids-of-all-ages/

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http://kelsoschoice.com/community/parent-page/
Mrs. Leso, our fabulous Guidance teacher and school counselor, uses the program Kelso's Choices in Guidances lessons. To learn more see our page STARS (under About) or visit Mrs. Leso's website. 

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View lunch prices, see school lunch menus or pay your child's lunch bill online.
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