Expanding Language Skills
* Identifying alphabet letters and some letter sounds and attempting to spell using his/her expanding knowledge* Initiating extended conversations with teachers and peers* Retelling simple events in sequence* Reading high-quality children’s books* Exploring print materials such as instructions, recipes, menus, classroom signs, and non-fiction books* Writing in journals
Early Math Matters
* Comparing and contrasting items by characteristics* Using segments of time such as an hour, minute, or second* Following complex directions in sequence* Solving simple number problems
Science! Notice, Wonder and Explore
* Participating in cooking projects* Testing the concept of gravity with small objects* Using an atlas or globe to study terrain differences* Participating in multi-skill experiments* Working with teachers to research questions and solve problems
Art & Creativity are Important
* Sculpting with clay and etching tools* Writing and illustrating books* Learning about musicians and playing instruments* Playing musical games that encouragement movement to different beats* Acting out an original story using costumes, props and masks
Way of Being in the World
* Making get well cards for peers, teachers, or community members* Cooking diverse, healthy foods and listening to cultural music* Playing cooperatively in dramatic play areas* Having class jobs that require care of materials, plants, and pets* Setting up a classroom recycling station
Learning Health and Wellness
* Planning and cooking a meal for a class event* Following personal care routines like handwashing* Engaging in conversation with peers at meal times
4's Schedule
* Half-Day 9:00-11:35 AM; MWF* Half-Day 9:00-11:35 AM; T-Th * Half-Day 9:00 AM – 11:40 AM M through F* Full-Day 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, M through F