[Goals and objectives - Pre Kindergarten]

Language Arts

Continued development in skills of recognition and writing of upper and lower case alphabet

Learning the letter sounds (phonics)

Developing the ability to read simple words phonetically

Recognition of basic words on sight

Writing one’s name in upper and lower case

Understanding the calendar

Developing vocabulary, listening skills, attention span, and appreciation of books

Developing the ability to translate personal thoughts, recall events, and articulate these into sentences

Continued growth in understanding the concepts of likeness and difference, opposites, and “before and after”

Socio-emotional Development

Developing a positive self image and creativity

Developing the ability to assume responsibility and work independently

Learning to interact, share, and cooperate with a peer group

Learning to identify feelings in oneself and others

Developing an awareness of oneself as a family member, as a part of a wider world, and one’s important place in them

Developing concepts of good citizenship and a value system

Mathematics

Recognition of numerals 1-100 and writing numerals 1 – 20

Developing basic math concepts such as patterning, sorting, matching, classifying, greater and less than, and setting of values

Continued understanding of comparison of values of pennies, nickels and dimes

Continued understanding of comparison of sizes, shapes and quantity

Geometry–closed paths, open paths
Telling time on the hour

Ability to perform simple additions and subtractions

Art as a Means of
Self Expression

Working with art materials to:
- express feelings and ideas
- develop creativity and imagination
- foster an appreciation for the various art forms

Computer

Create a basic understanding of the keyboard and function keys
Used for continuous math and phonics development

Music
Developing a sense of rhythm,
auditory memory and auditory
sequence used in instruments and
song

Science

Developing the curiosity necessary to wonder why, what, when, where, and how, through hands-on projects

Developing an awareness of basic scientific concepts, and facts related to nutrition and health

Learning to measure solids and liquids. Observe changes in matter

Fostering the understanding of ecology and our natural resources

Fine Motor Development

Developing small muscle control
and writing skills (through writing,
coloring, cutting, manipulative play
and puzzles)

Increasing skills connected with
daily practical experiences (such as
dressing, buttoning, tying, and
pouring liquid from small pitcher or
cup)

Gross Motor Development

Fostering the ability to run, gallop, jump, hop, skip, and throw through participation in individual and group games, skills and playground activities

Developing balance, coordination and self expression by involvement in musical exercises and games