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The Institute for Educational Research and Innovation Studies (IERIS), University of Education, Winneba (UEW), is pleased to invite researchers, academics, policymakers, development partners, practitioners, students, and education stakeholders to submit abstracts for the 2nd International Conference on Education Research and Innovation Studies (ICERIS 2026).
Building on the success of the inaugural conference in 2025, ICERIS 2026 serves as a strategic intellectual platform dedicated to advancing evidence-based educational reforms, fostering innovation, and strengthening accountability across education systems. The conference aims to bridge the gap between research and policy while promoting collaborative solutions to contemporary educational challenges in Ghana and across Africa.
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ACTIVITIES FOR A KG FACILITATOR DURING THE 7TH WEEK OF THE TERM
The seventh week of the term is an important period for consolidating learning, identifying learners who need support, and strengthening children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Below is a suggested list of activities a Kindergarten (KG) facilitator can undertake.
1. Morning Circle Activities
Welcome learners and take attendance.
Conduct weather observation and discussion.
Sing action songs and rhymes.
Discuss the day, date, and classroom rules.
Encourage learners to share experiences from home.
2. Literacy Development Activities
Storytelling and story retelling.
Picture reading and discussion.
Letter recognition games.
Matching uppercase and lowercase letters.
Vocabulary-building activities using flashcards.
Listening and speaking exercises.
Shared reading sessions.
3. Numeracy Activities
Counting objects from 1–20 and beyond.
Number recognition games.
Sorting objects by colour, shape, or size.
Pattern-making activities.
Comparing quantities (more, less, equal).
Simple addition using concrete materials.
4. Creative Arts Activities
Colouring and painting.
Paper tearing and pasting.
Drawing familiar objects.
Singing and dancing.
Role-play and dramatic play activities.
Making simple craft items from local materials.
5. Environmental Awareness Activities
Nature walk around the school.
Identifying plants and animals.
Observing changes in weather.
Discussing personal and environmental cleanliness.
Caring for classroom plants.
6. Physical Development Activities
Outdoor play.
Running and hopping games.
Balancing activities.
Throwing and catching balls.
Obstacle courses.
Fine motor activities such as threading beads and moulding clay.
7. Social and Emotional Learning Activities
Cooperative group games.
Sharing and turn-taking exercises.
Conflict resolution discussions.
Expressing feelings through pictures and words.
Celebrating learners' achievements.
8. Assessment Activities
Observe learners during play and lessons.
Record anecdotal notes.
Conduct simple oral assessments.
Review learners' classwork and portfolios.
Identify learners requiring remediation or enrichment.
9. Remedial and Support Activities
Provide extra support for struggling learners.
Organize small-group instruction.
Reinforce difficult concepts through games and songs.
Offer additional practice in literacy and numeracy.
10. Health, Safety, and Hygiene Activities
Demonstrate proper handwashing.
Check classroom cleanliness.
Discuss healthy eating habits.
Teach safety rules for school and home.
11. Parent Engagement Activities
Communicate learners' progress to parents.
Share home-learning activities.
Encourage parents to read stories with children.
Discuss attendance and learner welfare.
12. Professional Responsibilities
Prepare lesson notes for the following week.
Update assessment records.
Organize teaching and learning materials.
Reflect on the week's teaching effectiveness.
Participate in professional learning discussions with colleagues.
Expected Outcomes for Week 7
By the end of Week 7, learners should:
Demonstrate improved communication skills.
Show progress in counting and number recognition.
Participate confidently in classroom activities.
Display positive social behaviours.
Develop greater independence in daily routines.
Strengthen fine and gross motor skills.
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