Develop motor skills (holding/using a pencil & crayon, climbing, putting on jackets)
Develop an understanding of number concepts, patterns, shapes, size and order
Development of letter and sound recognition, listening and language skills, following directions, recalling story elements and exposure to many forms of literature
Provide opportunities for sharing, taking turns and learning to get along with other
Develop motor skills (mature grasp on writing utensils, cutting, skipping, balance, zipping and snapping)
Further development of math concepts such as patterning, ordering, comparing groups of objects, simple computation and problem solving
Use of thematic units and literature to introduce concepts, increase vocabulary, letter and sound recognition, recall and retell information, and further develop reading and writing readiness skills
Encourage independent behaviors needed for Kindergarten
Science & Social Studies units are incorporated throughout the school year
