Academic Skills
• Recognition of Letters in one’s own name/Writing of name
• Identification of letters in alphabet/pre-writing activities
• Matching Sounds and Letters (Pre-reading games)
• Identifying, Counting & Grouping of #’s 1-10/1-20
• Tracing and writing numbers 1-10
Cognitive Awareness
• Classifying sizes, shapes & colors, then sorting and matching
• Enhance problem-solving skills through social interaction and games
• Educational computer software emphasizing: grouping, sequencing, matching, etc.
Fine Motor Development
• Cut shapes, strips and on-lines
• Pincher grasp- big red pencil & markers
• Strengthening hand muscles & control
• Stencil tracing and cutouts
• Drawing people, faces- illustrating stories
Large Motor Development
• To run, jump, hop and skip with ease and control
• Bounce balls/throwing balls & beanbags (Aiming for targets)
• Balance beam exercises
Social Awareness/Development
• Expressing feelings in a healthy way
• Develop friendships & understand kindness
• Fostering self-esteem
• Cooperative play-taking turns & following multi-step directions
• Manners & respecting peers
Science/Nature
• Begin to observe changes in nature & world around us
• Nature walks- “Explores”
• Hands-on science activities relating to changes in weather, temperature and textures
• Using science as a means to foster other areas of development (confidence, social skills, etc.)
Cooking
• Becoming familiar with common kitchen tools and appliances
• Gaining hands- on exposure to various food items
• Counting & measuring
Spiritual Development
• Hear Bible stories from God’s word
• Become familiar with Bible verses
• Recognize all God has provided for us through daily prayers
