Curriculum
Happily Ever After- Our reading readiness program is centered on classic literature. It is a comprehensive language arts program that keeps children engaged in speaking, listening, and writing. Students listen to stories and discuss them. New vocabulary, skills, and concepts are introduced in a concrete way through a game that relates them directly to the familiar, physical world. In this way, instruction always proceeds from the concrete to the abstract. Students make and use their own storybooks to learn book handling skills, and eventually, track print. Teachers use explicit instruction to break down and explain tasks. Other skills that are worked on include fine motor skills including cutting, folding, coloring, gluing, tracing, and drawing; direction-following skills; and listening skills. Children are motivated by beautifully illustrated stories, lively discussions; and a great variety of hands-on activities, group games, and art projects— all of which delight children.
Stories of God’s Love- This preschool Religious program uses age-appropriate Scripture stories to tell them of God’s love and connects these stories to their lives. It incorporates a simple “Teach and Supply” process and weaves prayer experiences into every lesson. Every week, a new chapter is introduced and these lessons are connected to the home by weekly family enrichment.
Thematic Units- Thematic units or topical units provide an integrated approach to teaching and learning. Integrated learning units center on a theme or topic, such as safety, seasons, animals, or food. Themes are chosen based on interest, time of the year, and learning experiences they will yield. All subject areas are covered and activities are multi-dimensional. Age-appropriate math concepts are taught and manipulatives are used for students to practice these skills. Students engage in music, art, and movement related to the subject so that learning is meaningful. Learning centers in the classroom have materials and resources related to the theme. For example, the library has subject-related books, the sensory table has related items, and the writing center has activities related to the theme. Hands-on learning and explorative play are integral to helping children be collaborative and self-motivated. Differentiated learning is also supported by the thematic unit approach because activities can be adapted to fit the learner.
Stories of God’s Love- This preschool Religious program uses age-appropriate Scripture stories to tell them of God’s love and connects these stories to their lives. It incorporates a simple “Teach and Supply” process and weaves prayer experiences into every lesson. Every week, a new chapter is introduced and these lessons are connected to the home by weekly family enrichment.
Thematic Units- Thematic units or topical units provide an integrated approach to teaching and learning. Integrated learning units center on a theme or topic, such as safety, seasons, animals, or food. Themes are chosen based on interest, time of the year, and learning experiences they will yield. All subject areas are covered and activities are multi-dimensional. Age-appropriate math concepts are taught and manipulatives are used for students to practice these skills. Students engage in music, art, and movement related to the subject so that learning is meaningful. Learning centers in the classroom have materials and resources related to the theme. For example, the library has subject-related books, the sensory table has related items, and the writing center has activities related to the theme. Hands-on learning and explorative play are integral to helping children be collaborative and self-motivated. Differentiated learning is also supported by the thematic unit approach because activities can be adapted to fit the learner.