Typical Day:

Child-Directed Play:  The children may choose what they would like to do.  Some options may include painting, playdough, sandbox play, puppets, housekeeping area, blocks, toys, games, etc.

Circle Time:  Many special activities are presented during this time!  Circle incorporates specific pre-kindergarten skills and gives us the opportunity to discuss something from the various units we study (i.e. All About Me. Safety, Living/Non-Living Things, Animals Nutrition and Health, etc.)

Activity Tables:  Individual and small group learning takes place at the work tables.  We may do an organized art project, work sheets, hands-on math or science experiments, cooking activity, or learning games related to our thematic unit. 

Bible Time:  We have a Bible story, prayer time, sing songs and recite our Bible verses.  We often do a craft to reinforce the concept. 

Gym and/or Recess:  We play games, do exercises, work on gross motor skills and utilize the playground equipment.

Snack and Conversation:  Each week a different child is responsible for bringing a snack to share.  This child is also the “helper” for the week. 

Music:  We incorporate singing, rhythms and instruments.  We also enjoy learning several new finger plays.

Stories and Language Development:  At this time, we read stories and have dramatic play activities.  We also present “Show and Tell”. 

Extras:  These include field trips, special guests, reading buddies with older elementary students and participation in school programs.