Curriculum
Overview
Kindergarten
Language Arts
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Learn basic vocabulary concepts
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Orally relate experiences and ideas using appropriate vocabulary and sequencing
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Recall parts of a story
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Develop questioning skills
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Explore books independently
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Listen to a wide range of children’s literature
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Read big books
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Recognize upper and lower case letters
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Exposure to sound/symbol relationships
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Hear rhyming words
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Know consonant sounds
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Recognize beginning sight vocabulary words
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Understand concepts of print
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Follow one, two, and three step directions
Writing
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Develop left to right progression in writing
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Illustrate and/or write original stories
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Develop early writing skills, including production of pictures, scribble
writing, letters and words
Math
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Count with one to one correspondence
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Construct sets of 0-20 using concrete objects
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Rote count to 20
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Show more than, less than, and same as within a set of 20
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Recognize basic colors
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Recognize the four basic shapes
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Continue a simple pattern
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Sort and classify objects
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Identify and trace numerals 1-20
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Introduction to addition and subtraction
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Exposure to problem solving, estimation, graphing and critical thinking
skills
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Demonstrate knowledge of the concepts of whole, part, and half
Science
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Sort and classify by attributes
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Explore the five senses
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Identify and describe the four seasons
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Observe and identify weather characteristics of each season
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Describe how seasonal changes affect people, plants, and animals
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Observe, group, and classify objects, plants, and animals according to
observed similarities and differences
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Explore light and shadow
Social Studies
Our “All About Me” unit includes:
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Family
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Homes
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Holidays and celebrations
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Following rules
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Conflict resolution
Music
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Sing songs in tune
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Move to music
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Play selected classroom rhythm instruments
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Encourage creative expression musically
Art
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Use a variety of art materials
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Exposure to drawing, cutting, painting, weaving, clay, printing, design
and color theory
Physical Education
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Learn to play games cooperatively
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Develop an awareness of personal space
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Exposure to basic fine and gross motor skills
Health Education
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Awareness of body parts, personal hygiene, and the importance of developing
healthy habits
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Personal safety, fire safety, nutrition, and drug and alcohol awareness
Computer
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Introduction to computer use
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Introduction to reading, writing, and math programs
Library
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Locate books appropriate to interests
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Talk about books and what we like about them
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Use the words “author” and “illustrator” correctly
Social Skills
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Develop good listening skills
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Develop good work habits
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Show respect for others
Developmental Guidance
/ Mental Health
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Promote a positive self image
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Demonstrate self control
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Work cooperatively
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Explore appropriate ways to communicate and deal with feelings and emotions
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