Pre-K+Curriculum

= Pre-K Curriculum = = “Children learn by doing and play is their work.” = Children in the Pre-K program at my school explore these concepts, but are not required to master them before entering Kindergarten. Children learn these concepts at their own pace. What is learned in Pre-K is considered a “bonus”. Children are taught with hands-on materials, songs, and games. They are assessed by observation and work samples.

Math

 * Numerals 1-10
 * Counting objects to 10 [[image:hug-club-clip-art-117.jpg width="339" height="303" align="right"]]
 * One-to-one correspondence of objects
 * Sorting by various attributes: color, shape, size
 * Patterns: AB, AABB, ABC
 * Sizes: small, medium, large
 * Shapes: square, rectangle, circle, triangle
 * Matching: symbols, shapes, patterns, etc.
 * Same and Different
 * More, Less, Same
 * Time: Day and Night
 * Money: Explore through games, songs, and pretend play

Literacy

 * Exposure to alphabet: letter names and sounds
 * Recognize, spell, write first name
 * Hold a pencil, marker, crayon correctly
 * Retell familiar stories
 * Draw pictures and dictate sentences about stories and experiences
 * Answer questions about stories
 * Repeat simple nursery rhymes and fingerplays
 * Concepts of print: left to right direction, holding a book right-side-up
 * Build new vocabulary
 * Build listening skills
 * Strengthen visual discrimination
 * Sequencing
 * Develop fine motor skills: play dough, scissors, writing utensils, Legos, etc.

Science

 * Explore science tools: magnets, prisms, magnifying glasses, etc.
 * Experience the world through nature walks, gardening, and other explorations
 * Observe insect life
 * Observe plant growth
 * Observe weather and plant life during each season
 * Measure and mix ingredients in cooking activities
 * Identify basic colors and explore color mixing
 * Make observational drawings and dictation
 * Explore the world with the five senses
 * Investigate animals, the homes they live in, the food they eat

Creative Arts

 * Explore a variety of art processes: painting, drawing, sculpture, weaving, collage, etc.
 * Use a variety of art materials: crayons, tempera paint, watercolor paint, colored pencils, markers, oil pastels, art chalk, clay
 * Experiment with mixing paint colors
 * Sing traditional songs and songs that enhance the curriculum
 * Participate in movement songs and dances
 * Use scarves, rhythm sticks, and bean bags to practice rhythms
 * Use a variety of children’s instruments
 * Participate in dramatic play
 * Dramatize familiar stories
 * Act out the movements and sounds of animals

Social Skills

 * Practice problem-solving skills in social situations
 * Work in groups or with a partner on a variety of projects
 * Share classroom materials with the group
 * Practice using manners: please, thank you, excuse me, table manners
 * Communicate his/her needs
 * Take care of his/her own basic needs: clean up, fasten clothing, use tissue as needed, etc.
 * State personal information: first and last name, age, school name, city, state, country
 * Explore types of work and workers
 * Explore modes of transportation
 * Participate in projects to help others in need

Technology

 * Use computer programs to create picture stories
 * Use a computer mouse: click, click and drag
 * Use the Internet to explore kid-friendly websites

Religion

 * Listen to Old and New Testament Bible stories
 * Recognize that plants, animals, and human beings are God’s creations
 * Recognize that God created families to love and take care of one another
 * Learn about God’s love
 * Listen to stories of the life of Jesus
 * Learn Jesus’ teachings to love God and love others