When children are respectful, kind, polite and honest — they develop character. We also provide a fun and rewarding Spanish curriculum that immerses four year olds in a second language through a combination of multi-sensory and technology components. Young minds are geared toward language development, and children in this age group have the greatest capacity to learn a new language. This age group also partakes in yoga daily to foster confidence, self-awareness, self-esteem and well-being.
Yoga with four year olds supports neuromuscular development and body awareness. It also teaches relaxation techniques, as well as stretching and other exercises that are age appropriate for a four year olds stage in development. Research shows that brain connections are built by engaging four year olds in interactive experiences that involve sensory, motor and social explorations. A weekly learning plan is posted outside the classroom detailing learning activities for each Pre-Kindergarten class every day at The PREP.
As weather permits, we have scheduled activities in our Outdoor Classroom where children get to experience the sounds, sights and smells of nature. This classroom — which is used daily and weekly for lessons and activities — is separated from the main lobby area by an operable garage door with multiple glass panels.
When opened, the indoor and outdoor environments merge… and children are invited to better understand the world we live in. We also have a dedicated Art Studio that allows fun and imagination to blossom among children. It gives our teachers the ability to encourage creativity with hands on painting projects and imaginative artwork. The children can also use this room for fun and interactive cooking projects — if they are learning how to bake cookies — they get to break the eggs… stir in the flour… and pour in the sugar.
Children engage in center-based activities with our qualified staff. They are introduced on how to use scissors. Learning letters, colors shapes and numbers is a primary focus. Fine Motors skills are further developed with the daily use of pegs, bristol-blocks, lacing and connectors. Children enjoy imagination play… dress up time and kitchen play.
Sample Month-long Learning Units. Week Sample Classes and Teaching Strategies. Class: Life Skills and Character Education — Helping Hands Teaching Strategies: Through games and activities, students learn to appreciate the uniqueness of individuals within the group, respect the feelings of others, and help others.
Class: Mathematical Practices and Problem Solving — Candy Store Teaching Strategies: Experience with a wide variety of real objects to develop mathematical understanding. Session Times and Tuition. Monday PM — Foreign Language.
Wednesday AM — Creative Arts. Friday AM — Happy Friday. Monday PM — Foreign Language pm — pm. Wednesday AM — Creative Arts am to pm. Friday AM — Happy Friday am to pm. Another common reaction as children take a big move forward is to actually move backward in other areas.
For example, if your child is fully potty trained, he may start have toileting accidents. He may ask that you feed or dress him even though he can do these things by himself. Remember that your child is facing—and managing—a big change in his life.
He may need more support, nurturing, and patience from you while he makes this transition. The last few weeks before starting preschool seem to fly by! As you begin the countdown to the first day, here are some things to keep in mind:. Staying for minutes on that first morning can help ease the transition.
Together, the two of you can explore the classroom, meet some other children, play with a few toys. When you see that your child is comfortable, it is time to leave. Children pick up on the reactions of the trusted adults in their lives. Say a quick, upbeat good-bye and reassure your child that all will be well.
Or, the two of you can sing a special song together before you leave. Good-bye routines are comforting to children and help them understand and prepare for what will happen next. Try not to run back in the classroom if you hear your child crying, as upsetting as this can be. This is a big change and your child may, quite understandably, feel sad and a little scared.
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