These graphic organizers can be used with any theme or inquiry project. They are a means of recording information to help children consolidate their thinking and learning. Graphic organizers should be introduced to the whole group and completed together over a period of time.
This short article from Teaching Young Children (NAEYC), VOL. 5 NO.5 explains the benefits of using Graphic Organizers with Preschoolers, and has samples and suggestions for four common types.
Reminder, these writing moments are a good opportunity to engage in shared or interactive writing.
The teacher gets input from the students about what to write. Students may contribute spelling ideas but the teacher does all of the writing while talking about the writing process.
The teacher and students share the ideas and the pen. Students take turns writing letters or words on the collective piece. The teacher writes sound patterns that are unfamiliar to the students.