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Pre-K 4
Our Four Year Old Program is
specially designed for children who are 48-60
months in age to develop and grow in each area
of development. An in-depth
and focused curriculum allows children to expand
their cognitive, physical, social and emotional
skills in preparation for kindergarten. Throughout
their day, children have opportunities to make
self-directed and guided choices, participate in
small groups and projects.
A Typical Day in our Four Year Old Program
Journal Writing
- The children write in a daily notebook
about things being discussed in the
classroom.
A.M. Snack
- Morning snack is set up as a center
activity. Children may choose to have snack
at any point during the allotted time.
Handwriting Without Tears - Children complete
developmentally appropriate activities that
teach about letters, body awareness,
numbers, sequencing, and sharing.
Outdoor time -
The playground is an extension to the
classroom. Teachers supervise and interact
with children as they explore the playground
environment and equipment. Some examples of
activities you will see on during outdoor
time include, rolling a ball, riding a
trike, blowing bubbles, painting with water,
swinging, etc. Teachers will also lead
children on walks to the park as weather
permits.
Morning Meeting -
Children participate in a teacher led group
time. They will also complete activities
daily, such as the calendar, the weather,
and jobs, and read books related to the
lesson plan's theme. The children also
participate in dancing, singing, and games.
This is also when the teacher introduces new
concepts and ideas to the class.
Self selected activities -
Teachers guide children in selecting what
they want to play with and how. The children
utilize the well developed learning centers
to guide their play as teachers observe and
interact to extend play and learning. The
teachers read, play, and sing with the
children individually or as a small group.
Large Group Time
- Children share their
Big News,
Show and Share,
and
Star Student
of the Week.
Lunch
- The children wash their hands and eat
lunch. The teachers sit with the children
and encourage conversation about the day’s
events, the meal itself, and other things of
interest to the children. In the Four Year
Old Program, the main focus of the meal is
sitting together and being social at
mealtimes.
Rest Time -
Children are to rest and refresh for the
afternoon activities.
P.M. Snack
- Morning snack is set up as a center.
Children may choose to have snack at any
point during the allotted time.
Outdoor Time
- The playground is an extension to the
classroom. Teachers supervise and interact
with children as they explore the playground
environment and equipment. Some examples of
activities you will see during outdoor time
include, rolling a ball, riding a trike,
blowing bubbles, painting with water,
swinging, etc. The children will also take
walks to the park as weather permits.
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