Prekindergarten Curriculum

Mathematics Language Arts Science Social Studies

SKILLS Patterning Graphing Geometry Estimation Grouping Number recognition Weights and measurements Sequence of events Counting Visual perception/spatial awareness

CONTENT Talking about math with sentences Understanding and solving simple math problems and symbols Using manipulatives, puzzles, blocks and other 2and 3- dimensional objects to understand how things work in relation to each other and in space Understanding how to portray and read information using a graph Recognizing patterns and numbers Developing a sense of time, and sequencing Using standard and non-standard units of measurement through cooking, estimation and predictions Using words to compare objects (i.e. bigger, smaller, over, under), length and capacity Matching, sorting and identifying shapes

SKILLS Continued development of literacy Verbal expression Listening comprehension Letter and word identification Writing process and applications

CONTENT Exposure to and enjoyment of books and stories Contextual understanding Recognizing the difference between fiction and nonfiction Developing research skills Retelling of stories Using language for selfexpression and negotiation Formulating questions and using descriptive language Mastering receptive language skills by following directions Developing phonemic awareness Recognizing the alphabet and high frequency words and names Understanding words are made up of letters Counting and understanding syllables Recognizing upper and lower case letters and beginning letter sounds Recognizing written symbols Understanding print has meaning Journaling Using writing instruments correctly and writing his or her name

SKILLS Hypothesizing and making predictions Sense of place Understanding cause and effect Environmental stewardship Experimentation

CONTENT Exploring the natural world and habitats Observation and documentation “Backyard” study, becoming familiar with native plants, animals and ecosystems Fostering curiosity Patterning and predictable sequencing Understanding lifetimes and life spans Studying hibernation and migration Understanding human and animal survival techniques Describing, observing and predicting the weather Developing stewardship and care of the earth and understanding what is healthy for various habitats Recycling, composting and conservation Gardening and using the greenhouse Learning about litter pickup and landfills Understanding the concept of linked ecosystems and cause and effect on each Making predictions, observations and hypotheses

SKILLS Understanding diversity Socialization Geography Understanding communities

CONTENT Developing an awareness of and respect for differences and commonalities among cultures Respecting others’ thoughts, ideas, likes, dislikes and abilities Mastering socialization and interpersonal skills Conflict management Negotiation of space, sharing and understanding the concept of being a friend Conquering separation from caregivers Developing independence, responsibility and selfhelp skills Understanding of maps and globe Learning street addresses Discussing neighborhoods, natural resources and habitats Understanding of community services, membership and roles within various smaller and larger communities