Children in our Pre-K program explore these concepts, but are not required to master them before entering Kindergarten. Children learn these concepts at their own pace. Children are taught with hands-on materials, songs, and games. They are assessed by observation and work samples.
|
Math
|
-
Numerals
-
Counting objects
-
One-to-one correspondence of objects
-
Sorting by various attributes: color, shape, size
-
Patterns: AB, AABB, ABC
-
Sizes: small, medium, large
-
Shapes: square, rectangle, circle, triangle
-
Matching: symbols, shapes, patterns, etc.
-
Same and Different
-
More, Less, Same
-
Time: Day and Night
-
Money: Explore through games, songs, and pretend play
-
Estimating various theme related objects
|
Literacy |
-
Exposure to alphabet: letter names and sounds
-
Recognize, spell, write first name
-
Hold a pencil, marker, crayon correctly
-
Retell familiar stories
-
Draw pictures and dictate sentences about stories and experiences
-
Answer questions about stories
-
Repeat simple nursery rhymes and finger-plays
-
Concepts of print: left to right direction, holding a book right-side-up
-
Build new vocabulary
-
Build listening skills
-
Strengthen visual discrimination
-
Sequencing
-
Develop fine motor skills: play dough, scissors, writing utensils, lego, etc.
|
Science
|
-
Explore science tools: magnets, prisms, magnifying glasses, etc.
-
Experience the world through nature walks, gardening, and other explorations
-
Observe insect life
-
Observe plant growth
-
Observe weather and plant life during each season
-
Measure and mix ingredients in cooking activities
-
Identify basic colors and explore color mixing
-
Make observational drawings and dictation
-
Explore the world with the five senses
-
Investigate animals, the homes they live in, the food they eat
|
Creative Arts
|
-
Explore a variety of art processes: painting, drawing, sculpture, weaving, collage, etc.
-
Use a variety of art materials: crayons, tempera paint, watercolor paint, colored pencils, markers, oil pastels, art chalk, clay
-
Experiment with mixing paint colors
-
Sing traditional songs and songs that enhance the curriculum
-
Participate in movement songs and dances
-
Use scarves, rhythm sticks, and bean bags to practice rhythms
-
Use a variety of children's instruments
-
Participate in dramatic play
-
Dramatize familiar stories
-
Act out the movements and sounds of animals
|
Social Skills
|
-
Practice problem-solving skills in social situations
-
Work in groups or with a partner on a variety of projects
-
Share classroom materials with the group
-
Practice using manners: please, thank you, excuse me, table manners
-
Communicate his/her needs
-
Take care of his/her own basic needs: clean up, fasten clothing, use tissue as needed, etc.
-
State personal information: first and last name, age, school name, city, state, country
-
Explore types of work and workers
-
Explore modes of transportation
-
Participate in projects to help others in need
|
Jewish Traditions and Holidays |
-
Jewish values, customs and history made relevant and meaningful
-
Hebrew songs
-
Hebrew Alphabet
|
Health/Safety |
-
We promote hand washing on arrival, after toileting and before eating food.
-
We sanitize tables several times a day.
-
We have first aid kit on playground.
|