Language Arts
• Letter recognition, upper & lower case
• Print and write the alphabet
• Learning end punctuation
• Sentence development
• Spelling
• Dictionary Skills
English/Literature
• Stories, poems
• Chapter books
• Basal Readers
Reading
• Vowels, consonants, short & long vowels
• Diphthongs, contractions, compound words
• Vowels affected by 'r'
Classical and Modern Language
• French or Spanish
• Communication skills - songs, simple conversational phrases and skits
• Reading, writing and pronunciation - recognition and basic formation of words
• Culture - age appropriate look at related culture
Math
• Addition and subtraction to 15
• Simple geometry
• Measurement
• Greater than and less than, place value
• Word problems
• Telling time
• Money
• Ordinal numbers
• Missing addends
• Addition/subtraction up to 3 digits
Science
• Plants, animals, senses
• Matter, simple machines
• Shape, composition, seasons
• Caring for yourself |
Technology
• Introduction to computer components, keyboard
• Use of software that reinforces math, reading, science
• Basics of computer processing
• Software-based drills of math facts
Social Studies/History
• Being a good citizen
• Different cultures and traditions
• Simple geographical terms
• Understanding events across time and place
• Neighborhoods and communities
• Topics: Massachusetts
Art
• Introduction of color wheel
• Family and self portraits
• Continued development of fine motor skills
• Self-expression through various mediums
Music
• Rote singing, movement, simple notes
• Music appreciation of classical composers
• Learning to play the recorder
• Preparation for winter/spring program
Physical Education
• Manipulative skills
• Flexibility
• Introduction to team games
• Basic sports skills instruction
Enrichment
• Habitat
• Berklee Performance Center
• Gerwick Puppets
• Food play |
