This is a developmentally appropriate program that addresses all aspects of the child: social/emotional, physical, and academic. The curriculum focuses on language development and social responsibility. The goals of this program are to promote a positive attitude towards school, readiness for a pre-kindergarten program and a love of learning.

During Sharing Time the child learns to:

• listen quietly
• express curiosity
• build independence
• respect the rights and property of others
• develop basic communication skills
• make friends and share willingly

During Work Time the child learns to:

• follow directions
• complete a simple task
• use school materials safely
• explore various school & art materials
• enjoy school work
• classify, order and sequence
• count and compare
• exercise small muscles
• improve eye-hand coordination
• identify shapes, colors, opposites

During Story Time the child learns to:

• enjoy different kinds of stories & poems
• listen and ask questions
• discuss stories in meaningful ways
• develop a lifelong love of literature

During Music Time the child learns to:

• appreciate songs and rhythms
• explore gross motor movements with music
• participate in a large group activity
• express feelings with music & movement

During Physical Activity the child learns to:

• develop control of body movement
• improve strength and flexibility
• increase coordination
• explore ball skills, climbing, swinging
• practice balance skills
• build self-confidence

During Play Time the child learns to:

• get along with others
• practice some self-control
• use words to settle disagreements
• use words to express feelings
• make choices and develop a sense of fairness
• become a social being

Units Include:

• Me & My Family
• Nursery Rhymes
• Colors
• Numbers
• Health & Nutrition
• Transportation
• Community Helpers - Police & Traffic Safety, Mail Carriers, Fire Rescuers
• Nature
• Animals of the World
• Various Holiday Celebrations like Halloween, Thanksgiving, Chinese New Year, Lantern Festival, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day