Early Literacy
Preschoolers begin to learn about the alphabet and the concept that letters make sounds.
They’ll be exposed to both uppercase and lowercase letters, though they likely won’t be expected to identify them all at this age. Often, an emphasis is placed on the letters in their name.
As they’re playing fun games, they’ll be introduced to important literacy skills, such as letter identification, phonemic awareness, and vocabulary.
Beginning Math Skills
In preschool math, the focus is on helping children develop a strong foundation in numbers and counting by practicing math readiness skills.
They’ll practice counting through practical tasks, such as counting and sorting math manipulatives, such as unfix cubes.
Your child will also learn about shapes. In addition, colors are often taught in preschool through hands-on experiences.
Hands-On Science
At this age, curiosity is at an all-time high. Preschoolers want to know why the sky is blue and how flowers grow. They’re also very interested in exploring their environment.
All of this makes science a perfect subject to explore in preschool. And, since hands-on learning is often more effective with young kids, most preschool science curriculums are designed to be interactive.
Social Skills
In addition to the academic content areas, preschool also provides an opportunity for children to learn important social skills such as how to:
• Take turns
• Resolve conflicts
• Listen to and follow instructions
• Cooperate with others
Communication Skills
For your child to be successful in school (and in life), it’s vital for them to have strong communication skills. These skills include both speaking and listening.
At this age, your child will practice communication as they express their needs and wants, participate in group activities, and ask questions about what they’re learning. They’ll also have the opportunity to talk about their thoughts and feelings.
Motor Skills
Physical Education
During the preschool years, your child will continue to develop their fine and gross motor skills. These are the skills they use to move their bodies and manipulate objects.
As they complete different physical activities, they’ll strengthen their muscles and improve their coordination. While three-year-olds won’t play many organized sports, they will have plenty of opportunities to practice their motor skills.
Arts & Crafts
Art is an important part of the preschool curriculum. It’s not only a great way for children to express themselves, but it also helps them develop fine motor skills and learn about colors, shapes, and patterns.
During art time, your child will have the opportunity to try out a variety of materials and mediums, such as crayons, markers, paint, clay, and more.
They’ll experiment with different techniques, such as mixing colors and making patterns. And they’ll create masterpieces to take home and share with you
The preschool curriculum is designed to help children prepare for future academic experiences. By the end of the year, your child should have a good understanding of early academic concepts and be more comfortable in a classroom setting.
