Pre-Kinder Class
Pre-Kindergarten
Ages 4 and 5
Our pre-kindergarten program for students entering kindergarten the following year is a 5 day a week all day program.
This class uses Funshine Express Bible curriculum, Zoo Phonics, and Abeka for math and handwriting. In addition we use Core Knowledge Preschool concepts and various hands-on activities in order to make sure that your child receives the best education possible to highly prepare him or her for kindergarten.
When your child graduates from Pre-Kindergarten, they will have been taught the following concepts:
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Counting to 20+
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Recognition of numbers 1-20+, in sequential order
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Classifying
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Comparing sets of more and less
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Basic graphing skills
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Comparing objects
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Cause and effect
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Introduction to addition and subtraction
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Opposites
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Parts of a book
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Recalling specific details about stories, poems, and songs
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Identifying and recognizing upper and lowercase letters of the alphabet
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Learning letter sounds and other phonemic blends
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Exposure to reading
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Self expression through art, song, dance, and play
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Fine motor skills, such as:
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Proper pencil grip
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Writing utensil control
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Writing letters and numbers
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Coordination
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Strengthening of small muscles in hands, wrists, and arms
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Gross motor skills, such as:
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Balancing
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Jumping
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Walking backwards
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Riding tricycle
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Catching a ball
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Strengthening of large muscles in arms, legs, and core
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We will also be learning:
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Conflict resolution
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Sharing
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Understanding and following rules
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Using feeling words when solving problems
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Interacting appropriate with others
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Acceptance of differences in self and others
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Taking turns through play, games, and class helpers
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Lining up for classroom transitions
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Personal hygiene and the importance thereof
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Acknowledgement and validation of feelings, likes, and dislikes
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Clear limits and simple class rules
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Interaction in small group activities
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Making choices of toys to play with and activities to do