How TK learns

• large group instruction
• small group instruction
• math and literacy centers
• hands on experience- including fine motor and sensory

Religion

• The Trinity,the Bible as the Word of God
• Stories from scripture
• Members of the Holy Family
• Prayers: Sign of the Cross, Hail Mary, Grace before meals, & TK Prayer
• Church Calendar: Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, Saints’ Holy Days

English Language Arts

• Letters and Letter Sounds
• Rhyming Words and Poems
• Features of Narrative and Informational Texts, Comprehension Strategies
• Vocabulary, Grammar, & Parts of Speech

Math

• Geometry: Shapes, Patterns, and Position
• Data Analysis: Sorting, Comparing, Measurement, Graphing, and Calendar Skills
• Number Skills: Counting, Writing Numbers, Comparing, and Analyzing Numbers
• Arithmetic: Addition & Subtraction

Social-Emotional

• being socially and emotionally prepared for Kindergarten and school career
• Follow social and classroom rules
• Make choices and communicate preferences
• follow one and two step directions
• Demonstrate a positive self image

Science

• Scientific Method: Asking Questions, Making Observations, Sorting & Classifying
• Earth Science: Weather, Seasons, The Solar System
• Physical Science: Identify Common Physical Properties of Objects (Size, Color & Texture),
• Explore Heat, Light, Sound, and Movement
• Life Science: Plants, Animals, and Life Cycles

Social Studies

• Characteristics and Models of Good Citizenship
• School and Community Jobs
• Time (Past, Present and Future)
• National and Religious Holidays
• Maps and Globes