Welcome To Preschool

Preschool Agenda
I. A. B. C. D. E. F. G. II. A. Basic Goal: Socialization Learning to get along with others To cooperate To be kind To help one and other To comfort To learn about sharing To follow directions Learning Through Play Social Development 1. cooperating 2. sharing Emotional Development 1. expressing feelings through play as language may not be fully developed Intellectual Development 1. enhance imagination through symbolic play Physical Development 1. large and small motor skills Language Development 1. using known and new vocabulary to communicate wants and needs 2. to describe make-believe experiences Technology 1. use of childrens computer programs to enhance visual discrimination and eye hand coordination using the mouse 2. language development

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Cognitive Development 1. upper and lowercase letters as well as beginning sounds will be introduced but may not be mastered at this level 2. number recognition and number value 1-10 will be introduced III. Centers A. Every center is set up to help the child develop the skills and concepts listed above. B. Center areas are: 1. blocks 2. art 3. manipulatives 4. science 5. math 6. dramatic play 7. sensory 8. listening 9. computer 10. letters 11. library 12. floor toys C. Centers are added to and changed on a regular basis to supplement the curriculum. IV. Additional Activities A. Physical Education Program a. meet twice a week with the p.e. teacher B. Music Program a. meet twice a week with the music teacher b. perform one concert a year C. Library Program a. one visit each week from the librarian

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Important Preschool Information A. Children must be potty trained by September. B. Please arrive at school between 8:15 and 8:30. This is our free choice time and it is a good opportunity for the children to make a smooth transition. Our school day begins at 8:30. It can be very disruptive to have children arriving during instructional time. C. Good-byes are sometimes difficult for both parent and child. A reassuring hug, a promise to see you later and a confident and swift exit is best. D. Birthday parties are after nap at 2:30. E. Parent involvement can make or break a days lesson plans. Please help your child gain the most from our program 1. send in items needed during the week 2. stuffed animals and books are always welcome 3. sign up to bring things for special events F. Classroom Management 1. we provide a stimulating environment with an abundance of materials for all children 2. we encourage the children to talk to each other about their disagreements and to come up with solutions 3. we redirect the children as needed 4. a special spot will be provided when a child needs to get away from the group and have some quiet time

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Circle 1. Circle time is an instructional time where the children are greeted while sitting together. The routine consists of going over the calendar, the weather, class helpers, and introducing the topic of the day with stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement Special Activity Days 1. The preschool classes break up into four rotating groups and explore a theme through math, language arts, art, cooking, manipulatives, games, dramatic play, music, stories, movement, etc.

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Colors Numbers Recognize colors Able to name colors Count to 10 Understand number value to 10 Recognize numbers 1-10 Recognize shapes Name 8 basic shapes Demonstrate understanding of spatial words Use spatial words accordingly Recognize name in print Recognize letters in name Recognize most uppercase letters Recognize some lowercase letters Recognize some beginning sounds Express thoughts, feelings and needs Use complete sentences Dictate stories Repeat parts of songs or fingerplays Give first and last name, gender and age Hold and use crayons, etc. appropriately Hold and use scissors appropriately Connect manipulatives Use computer mouse Establish hand dominance Draw a three part person Use playground equipment Run, jump and imitate motions Verbally communicate with other children Participate in daily routine Follow simple directions Work cooperatively with other children Participate in group activities

Shapes Spatial Words Letters

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Gross Motor Social Skills

Preschool Curriculum
Month
September

Theme
All About Me Family Pets Home Fire Safety How to Treat Our Friends Five Senses Through Halloween International Week Signs of Fall Pilgrims Thanksgiving

Objective
Learn about own physical attributes Recognize various types of families including own Recognize types of pets and how to care for them Recognize various types of homes and their contents Promote awareness of fire dangers and fire safety in the home Learn about school routines and getting along with our friends and explore ways to nurture friendships Learn about Halloween through the use of the 5 senses

October

November

December January

February

March

April

May

June

Experience a week long multicultural celebration Recognize changes in outside environment Become familiar with the story of the pilgrims and their friends Practice the sharing spirit of the holiday Prepare for and celebrate the holiday Celebrations of the Learn about the various cultural holidays of the season Season Celebrate the holiday spirit Night Explore the experiences of night Signs of Winter Recognize the changes in the outside environment Bundling Up Know appropriate clothing for winter Animals in Winter Learn about animal habits in the winter Community Helpers Recognize various community jobs through role playing Valentines Day Recognize and celebrate Valentines Day and different aspects of love play Cowpokes Explore cowpoke life through stories, props and play Wheels Experience hands on the benefits and fun of wheels and the Circus community helpers that use them Searching for Spring Experience the thrill of a circus through roll playing Special Spring Days Observe changes in the outside environment Explore Spring holidays New Life Learn about the new life of nature in the spring Plants and Gardening Explore seeds, plants and their growth Farm Learn about life on the farm Forest Life Explore the world of the forest animals through observation Pond Life Discover life in and around the pond Creepy Crawlies Explore the many wonders of insects Sea Life Learn about some of the types of animals that live in the sea and on the beach End of School Enjoy the last moments of a successful year