Curriculum

The bottom line of my curriculum is that I use what works for each child, according to the level they are at in any given moment.  I do use some formal curriculum (see below), but I use a lot of play, books, and regular conversations and interactions as well.  Every activity we engage in at school has a purpose, even when it looks like "just play."  I want you to know that I am constantly planning and assessing, because your child is constantly  learning and growing!!

Here is an overview of our formal curriculum:

*Reading: All About Reading

http://www.allaboutlearningpress.com/all-about-reading/

*Math: Math-U-See/Get Set for School

Taken from the Math-U-See website:

A gentle introduction to mathematics.

In the Primer level your child will learn not only how to write numerals but also addition and subtraction, basic counting, skip counting, geometric shapes, telling time, and they will be introduced to the manipulative block system. It’s a gentle introduction to "doing math."

Major Concepts and Skills Include:

• Counting objects and developing numeracy
• Understanding place value
• Recognizing number names and symbols
• Reading and writing numerals
• Understanding addition and subtraction with concrete and representational models
• Understanding and writing the symbols +, – and =
• Addition and subtraction of select numbers

Additional concepts and skills:

• Telling and writing time by hours and minutes
• Recognizing & drawing rectangles, squares, and circles
• Measuring length by repeating units
• Introducing halves and fourths
• Counting by 2s, 5s, 10s, and 100s
• Reading, writing & interpreting word problems

*If a student is ready, we will move to the next level, which is called "Alpha."  

The award-winning Get Set for School® Pre-K curriculum uses lively music and playful activities to teach number concepts, geometry, sequencing, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, and concepts about print.

I also use various other math programs, games, etc., depending on what each child needs to work on.

*Writing: Handwriting Without Tears
By playing, singing, and building letters, students develop the important skills they need to print words, sentences, and paragraphs. They will learn grip, letter and number recognition, and capital and number formation.
The award-winning Get Set for School® Pre-K curriculum uses lively music and playful activities to teach number concepts, geometry, sequencing, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, and concepts about print.