The 3rd Annual Spring Break Packet, presented by the Office of Early Childhood, is an exciting opportunity for students and families. This packet includes the book A Bad Case of Stripes by David Shannon and is designed to provide support and engagement for families over 5 days. The activities in the packet focus on Social Emotional Learning, Literacy, and Mathematics, and culminate in a project where students create a poster depicting their own bad case of stripes.
In addition to the daily activities, the packet also includes valuable information about the importance of reading with children, strategies for reading at home, introducing new vocabulary, and support for students with special needs. Families can also choose to participate in extension activities such as growing lima beans and making lima bean dip.
To further enhance the experience, QR codes are provided with videos that review the activities for each day. The packet is also available in Spanish, Portuguese, French, and Haitian Creole. Additionally, each day begins with videos of teachers and Office of Early Childhood staff conducting read-aloud sessions to support families.
This initiative aligns with the department's commitment to academic rigor, quality instruction, and oral language development. By providing developmentally appropriate resources and promoting family engagement, the Office of Early Childhood aims to ensure kindergarten readiness and support the holistic development of every child. Click here to view the 3rd Annual Spring Break Packet.