PRE-SCHOOL

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Religion

• Monthly Scripture
• Say prayers before meals
• Understand that when we pray we talk and listen to God
• Pray for ourselves and others
• Thank God for His gifts
• Daily Devotions
• Bible Stories
• Liturgical Seasons
• Faith-Based Centers

Language Arts

• Name Recognition at the check-in table on arrival & name letter formation by tracing name each day
• Letter of the Week (in alphabet order)
• Learn to write correctly (both uppercase and lowercase letters)
• Practice correct letter formation
  • working at the writing table center with pencils, markers, and paper available
  • writing in shaving cream/salt/playdough
  • practice proper pencil grip (big pencils available)
• Provide activities that promote the development of fine motor skills
  • Legos
  • Small blocks
  • Playdough
  • Lacing
  • Sorting with tongs
  • Dominoes
  • Sorting buttons
  • Scissor projects

Math

• Count and sort objects into groups
• Recognize shapes and patterns
• Make comparisons of size, shape, length, and weight
• Calendar & Attendance

Science

• Explore the natural environment
• Observe seasonal changes
• Communicate observations
• Use tools to measure
• Sensory Science Centers

Social Studies

• Culture-based dramatic play centers
• Flag Salute
• Patriotic Songs

Physical Education

• Move with balance and coordination
• Participate in indoor and outdoor physical activity

Art

• Express ideas and thoughts in creative ways
• Paint, draw, and sculpt
• Listen to music and sing songs
• Recognize colors in English and Sign Language

Health

• Play and work cooperatively
• Follow classroom rules
• Interact positively with other children
• Healthy eating habits
• Personal care

PRE-KINDERGARTEN

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Religion

• Sing Songs of Praise
• Say prayers before meals
• Understand that when we pray we talk and listen to God
• Pray for ourselves and others
• Thank God for His gifts
• Daily Devotions
• Bible Stories
• Liturgical Seasons

Language Arts

• Name Recognition at the check-in table on arrival
• Letter of the Week (emphasis on each letter of the alphabet)
• Learn to write correctly (first letter uppercase, lowercase to follow)
• Practice correct letter formation
  • working at the writing table center with pencils, markers, and paper available
  • writing in shaving cream
  • writing in cornstarch and water
  • writing in alphabet book (complete throughout the school year and take home at end of the year)
  • practice proper pencil grip (big pencils available)
• Provide activities that promote the development of fine motor skills
  • Legos
  • Small blocks
  • Playdough
  • Lacing
  • Sorting with tongs
  • Dominoes
  • Sorting buttons
  • Scissor projects

Math

• Count and sort objects into groups
• Recognize shapes and patterns
• Make comparisons of size, shape, length, and weight
• Calendar & Attendance
• Faith-Based Centers

Science

• Explore the natural environment
• Observe seasonal changes
• Communicate observations
• Use tools to measure
• Sensory Science Centers

Social Studies

• Culture-based dramatic play centers
• Flag Salute
• Patriotic Songs

Physical Education

• Move with balance and coordination
• Participate in indoor and outdoor physical activity

Art

• Express ideas and thoughts in creative ways
• Paint, draw, and sculpt
• Listen to music and sing songs
• Recognize colors

Health

• Play and work cooperatively
• Follow classroom rules
• Interact positively with other children
• Healthy eating habits
• Personal care