Print Rich Environment

(Descriptive)

I would describe my practicum classroom as a very print rich environment! There is literally literacy everywhere. The moment you walk in the door, you are thrown into a world of books, signs, student writings, and so much more. The classroom is very child centered with everything being at child eye level or within the children's reach. The white boards and smart board are hung at a lower level so it is more eye level for the students. Everyday their teacher writes out their schedule on the board and reads it to them. Another section of the white board is dedicated to hanging up student's writing for all to see and read. All the centers are labeled with rules printed next to them. Rules include what students are expected to do at the center and when they are allowed to use center. The teacher also has each students name printed on their desk, on the rug (for circle time), and along the wall. There are also books everywhere in the classroom in bins. The books are neatly organized into various bins and can easily be obtained by the students. The teacher also as a calendar on the wall which they read each and everyday. This includes reading the month, day of the week, and the days weather. I think the classroom is set up in a very "kid friendly" way and completely supports literacy. No matter where you look in the classroom, your eyes will be drawn to something to read!