| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Scaffolding | The creation of a rough framework of prior knowledge, within and on top of which, new knowledge can be built; Scaffolding instruction is a way for facilitators and parents to provide support mechanisms to allow children to handle complex tasks, with the eventual goal of child’s independence. |
| Self Talk | The talk that a person does to oneself. This talk can be negative or positive and through Get Set Learn, we hope to incorporate positive self talk in the parents and children as a builder of self-esteem. |
| Semantic Memory |
Remembering things written or spoken. |
| Stream of Consciousness |
Verbalizing or writing down thoughts and feelings as they occur. |
| Story Stretcher | An activity that will add to the comprehension of and fun of a story being read (for example, having families hold matching coloured paper when reading “Brown Bear, Brown Bear”). |
| Syntax | How words are arranged in sentences according to the rules of grammar. |
| Teacher | One who lectures and shares knowledge. |
