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3 Year Old Program Highlights

We will be working with your child on these skills during the year:

Personal and Social Development

Developing self-confidence.
Following simple classroom rules and routines.
Playing cooperatively.
Taking turns and sharing.
Helping clean up.

Language and Literacy Skills

Following simple directions.
Verbally communicating his/her ideas and needs.
Singing simple songs.
Naming objects in the environment.
Showing an appreciation for books.
Beginning writing skills.
Recognizing upper case letters.

Mathematical Thinking

Sorting by attribute - color, shape, size.
Recognizing and naming basic shapes.
Understanding big and little.
Understanding several positional words - in, on, under, next to, behind.
Measuring activities.
Rote counting.

Intellectual Development

Knowing 4 or more body parts.
Recognizing and naming the 8 basic colors.
Basic computer skills.

Scientific Thinking

Using his/her senses to observe and explore classroom materials and natural phenomena.

Social Studies

Understanding family structures and roles.
Describing some jobs that people do.

The Arts

Participating in group music experiences, creative movement, dance and drama.
Using a variety of art materials for tactile experience and exploration.

Physical Development and Health

Holding a crayon using a pencil grip.
Hopping on one foot.
Jumping on two feet.
Handling scissors and cutting paper.
Putting together puzzles.
Following basic health and safety rules.

Progress Reports are done three times a year. Teachers schedule conferences with you to discuss your child's progress.