Language Arts

• Continued development in skills of recognition and writing of upper and lower case alphabet

• Learning the letter sounds (phonics)

• Developing the ability to read simple books phonetically

• Recognition of basic words on sight

• Writing one's name in upper and lower case
  Understanding the calendar

• Developing vocabulary, listening skills, attention span, and appreciation of books

• Developing the ability to translate personal thoughts, recall events, and articulate these into sentences

• Continued growth in understanding the concepts of likeness and difference, opposites, and "before and after"

 

Mathematics

• Recognition and writing of numerals l-100

• Developing basic math concepts such as patterning, sorting, matching, classifying, greater and less than, and setting of values

• Continued understanding of comparison of values of pennies, nickels and dimes

• Continued understanding of comparison of sizes, shapes and quantity

• Telling time on the hour

• Ability to perform simple additions and subtractions

 

Socio-emotional Development

• Developing a positive self image and creativity

• Developing the ability to assume responsibility and work independently

• Learning to interact, share, and cooperate with a peer group

• Learning to identify feelings in oneself and others

• Developing an awareness of oneself as a family member, as a part of a wider world, and one's important place in them

• Developing concepts of good citizenship and a value system

 

Fine Motor Development

• Developing small& muscle control and writing skills (through writing, coloring, cutting, manipulative play and puzzles)

• Increasing skills connected with daily practical experiences (such as dressing, buttoning, tying, and pouring liquid from small pitcher or cup)

 

Science

• Developing the curiosity necessary to wonder why, what, when, where, and how, through hands on projects

• Developing an awareness of basic scientific concepts, and facts related to nutrition and health

• Learning to measure solids and liquids. Observe changes in matter

• Fostering the understanding of ecology and our natural resources

• Learning about our bodies organs and functions

 

Art as a Means of Self Expression

• Working with art materials to:

1.  express feelings and ideas

2.  develop creativity and imagination

3.  foster an appreciation for the various art forms

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Music

• Developing a sense of rhythm, auditory memory and auditory sequence used in instruments and song

 

Gross Motor Development

• Fostering the ability to run, gallop, jump, hop, skip, and throw through participation in individual and group games, skills and playground activities

• Developing balance, coordination and self expression by involvement in musical exercises and games

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