Curriculum
The twos program is center based, allowing hands-on learning as children are introduced to colors, shapes and the alphabet. Quiet activities alternate with active activities. There are individual, small and large group times. Resources from High Reach may be used in addition to basic Level I Core knowledge activities and other teacher selected resources.
The three year old classrooms are also center based and incorporate many Level 1 Core Knowledge Preschool Activities, to provide a solid foundation for later learning. These activities are in the areas of movement, language, math, and science. Art activities are open ended, allowing children to learn through the process of creating. Centers include blocks, manipulatives, home life, dramatic play, sensory table and computer. There are individual, small and large group times.
The Pre Kindergarten program introduces Level II Core Knowledge activities in the areas of movement, language, math, and science to provide a solid foundation for Kindergarten. Math centers use ideas from Merry Making with Math to allow children hands on activities in counting, comparing, sorting and measuring. Daily activities to develop language and literacy include stories and classroom charts. D’Nealian handwriting is introduced and is consistent with the Lewisville Independent School District.
The Jr. Kindergarten program continues to reinforce Level II Core knowledge skills in the areas of movement, language, math, and science. Resources from Core Knowledge, A-Beka, Leapfrog, Scholastic, and Weekly Reader are used to provide a variety of early literacy opportunities. Mathematics Their Way resources are used in the math center. D’Nealian handwriting is introduced and is consistent with the Lewisville Independent School District. There are individual, small and large group times.