Newspaper

As part of their writing curriculum, the 5-6s author a weekly newspaper, reporting on all the things happening in their classroom. They write about their choices during work time, their time in the park, artwork and other constructed creations, and the friends who accompany them in these activities. Each article includes a drawing and the child’s name, and as the weeks go by, they add more and more of their own writing. In addition to bolstering their writing and narration skills, the newspaper acts as a springboard for caregivers and children to talk about what goes on while they are at school, and to share the experiences of other students.