Literacy Skills
- Read their name
- Recite the alphabet
- Recognize some or all of the letters in the alphabet
- Correspond some or all of the letters with their correct sound
- Make rhymes
- Hold a book right side up with the spine on the left, front cover showing
- Recognize that the progression of text is left to right, top to bottom
- Echo simple text that is read to them
- Recognize that text holds meaning
- Re-tell a favorite story
Math Skills
- Count from 1 to 10 or higher.
- Recognize and identify numbers 0 to 10 or higher
- Practice writing numbers 0 to 10
- Recognize and name basic shapes (circles, squares, triangles, rectangles)
- Recognize, create and continue simple patterns using shapes, colors, or objects
- Sort objects based on attributes like size, shape, color, or type
- Use simple measurement vocabulary such as big/small, tall/short, long/short, heavy/light, etc.
- Explore spatial relationships using words like above, below, inside, outside, next to, and between
- Expose to basic addition and subtraction concepts (for example: understand that adding two objects to a group increases the total amount)
- Engage in problem-solving activities that involve basic mathematical thinking such as counting objects, finding missing pieces, or solving puzzles.
Social Skills
- Sharing and Cooperation: Teach children the importance of sharing toys, taking turns, and cooperating with their peers.
- Taking Turns and Waiting: Teach children the importance of taking turns during activities and waiting patiently for their turn.
- Empathy and Respect: Foster empathy by teaching children to understand and recognize emotions in others.
- Following Instructions: Help children practice following simple instructions and directions from adults.
- Problem Solving: Encourage children to find solutions to conflicts and problems in a peaceful and respectful manner.
- Communication: Encourage children to express themselves clearly, using age-appropriate vocabulary and complete sentences.
- Resilience and Problem-solving: Help children develop resilience by encouraging them to try again after experiencing setbacks or failures.
- Independence and Self-help Skills: Promote self-help skills like using the restroom independently, dressing and undressing, and opening lunch containers.
- Listening Skills: Help children develop active listening skills, such as maintaining eye contact, focusing on the speaker, and responding appropriately to questions or instructions.
- Good Manners: Promote basic manners like saying "please" and "thank you," using polite language, and taking care of personal hygiene, such as covering their mouth when coughing or sneezing.