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Here are the preschool standards that I will teach in my class. Refer to the syllabus for what to expect each week. If time remains in class, we will go over previous material and have time between lessons for games and songs.

Pre-K Math Curriculum
•	Matching: objects, symbols, shapes, patterns, etc.
•	Same and Different
•	Sorting by various attributes: color, shape, size
•	Patterns
•	Identify numerals 1-10 or more
•	Counting objects to 10 or more
•	Sizes: small, medium, large (3 – 5 sizes)
•	Shapes: square, rectangle, circle, triangle, oval, hexagon, rhombus (diamond)
•	More, Less, Same
•	Time: Day and Night

Pre-K Literacy Curriculum
•	Exposure to alphabet: letter names and sounds
•	Recognize, spell, write first name
•	Hold a pencil, marker, crayon correctly
•	Retell familiar stories
•	Draw pictures and dictate sentences about stories and experiences
•	Answer questions about stories
•	Repeat simple nursery rhymes 
•	Phonological Awareness: rhyming, syllables, alliteration
•	Concepts of print: left to right direction, holding a book right-side-up
•	Build new vocabulary
•	Build listening skills
•	Strengthen visual discrimination
•	Sequencing

Pre-K Science
•	Observe weather 
•	Identify basic colors
•	Make observational drawings and dictation
•	Explore the world with the five senses
•	Investigate animals, the homes they live in, the food they eat

Pre-K Creative Arts

•	Sing traditional songs and songs that enhance the curriculum
•	Participate in movement songs and dances
•	Dramatize familiar stories
•	Act out the movements and sounds of animals

Pre-K Social Skills
•	Practice problem-solving skills in social situations
•	Practice using manners: please, thank you, excuse me, table manners
•	Communicate his/her needs
•	Take care of his/her own basic needs: clean up, roll up nap pad, fasten clothing, use tissue as needed, etc.