This morning, after eating a hearty breakfast, Caleb began work by identifying the different attire looking at illustrations of people in different professions. He then moved onto a 'line trace,' in efforts to practice and develop his fine motor, dexterity, and coordination skills. His next activity tasked him with visual perceptual discrimination; he was tasked with finding and circling the letter 'X' amidst a series of differently-sized letters. Caleb required supportive prompts to help him with this task. He was a bit challenged by another visual perceptual/discrimination activity tasking him with counting pictures beginning with the letter 'X; Illustrations of X-rays and xylophones were pictured. Caleb was able to count the different pictures correctly but had difficulty discriminating the distinguishing features between them. It should be noted that this was not an easy task and that his performance facilitated with supportive prompts. Caleb then enjoyed an opportunity to play; he follows directions well and is very cooperative when it comes time to clean-up. Using directional cues, we practiced tracing and Caleb was responsive to positive reinforcement offered in the form of praise. His fine motor coordination and pencil grip will likely improve with age and growth as he develops. Caleb counted to twenty today without error. He finished his academic work counting items, attaining 100% on the 6 rows on which he was tasked. We enjoyed time outside in the playground with Sadee again today, and we observed a cardinal and a family of pretty Monarch butterflies. Caleb showed me how fast he runs, too - proudly exclaiming, "my daddy showed me!" Once indoors, we played 'Pop the Pig.' with Caleb counting the cookies as he fed the pig. We finished our session using different safety pattern scissors to cut out various shapes and turn them into puzzles. I snapped several pictures of Caleb with his two sisters before he left school. I will miss his joyous spirit, and wish him and the family all the very best life has to offer!

This morning, Caleb played an academic game using the green iPad as a fun interactive introduction to the letter of the week, 'X.' He then worked on a letter hunt and was tasked with identifying the letter 'X' out of 40 different letters. He found all but one, but was able to find the last one when prompted. Next, Caleb practiced his writing as he worked on tracing the letter using a pencil grip to facilitate control. He was asked to write his name and did well writing the first two letters of his name, the 'C' and 'a' legibly, using his right hand. We also assembled a 24-piece puzzle and I explained and demonstrated an effective strategy to begin assembly. Caleb exuded excitement when he got the pieces to fit. We collaboratively assembled a full size outer space puzzle, and Caleb demonstrated excellent fine-motor coordination and perceptual skills as he put together the various pieces. We also worked in some simple number skills while working on this activity, and Caleb was able to count to twenty, with one omission (the number 16). Next, he was allowed to select a book and chose an interactive Disney book about Shrek. Caleb turned the pages and followed with his eyes as I read the book to him. He also pushed the character buttons as we read and remained engaged throughout the reading. Caleb predicted what would happen from the pictures and made logical conjectures. When we went outside, we met Sadee and Caleb enjoyed playing on the playground equipment. We used chalk to write our name, practice the letter 'X,' draw pictures and blend colors. Caleb enjoyed this activity and did not hesitate to request help if needed. We ended our time together reading a book about animals, and Caleb identified the animals from their pictures. We enjoyed a fun and productive morning together - and Caleb asked to stay at school all day, which made me very happy!

Caleb was in Miami for his dad's game and therefore not in school.

Caleb was in Miami for his father's game. He was not in school.

Caleb was in Miami and absent from class.

Caleb was absent. He was in Miami with family for his father's game.