SAMPLE CURRICULUM

Our Christ-centered curriculum is both teacher-directed and learner-directed.  Teachers will guide children in their play while allowing them the freedom to explore their environment and play with their friends.  We offer a variety of engaging, purposeful activities that will be both fun and educational.  


SEPTEMBER

BIBLE

Verse:  "In the beginning, God created the Heavens and the Earth".  Genesis 1:1


WEEK 1:  Introduction to God, Bible, and Prayer

WEEK 2:  Creation

WEEK 3:  Creation Continued

WEEK 4:  Adam and Eve


SOCIAL/LANGUAGE


"I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful. I know that full well" Psalm 139:14

  • God Made Me
  • First Name Recognition
  • Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes
  • What are feelings?

COGNITIVE

  • Letters:  A B C
  • Shape:  Circle
  • Math:  Number 1, Measurements, Days of the Week
  • Color:  Red

PHYSICAL

  • Gross Motor:  Walk on tippy toes.
  • Fine Motor:  Pinching & Pulling

EMOTIONAL

  • Self-Control

MONTHLY THEMES

  • First Day of School
  • Classroom/Playground Rules
  • Self-Portraits/Mini-Me Dolls
  • Apples
  • Pets
  • Season:  Autumn

DEVELOPMENTAL GOALS

  • First Name Recognition
  • Transitional Activities
  • Getting to Know My New Friends
  • Walking in Line


Daily Happenings


Welcome Circle!


  • Welcome Song/Prayer
  • Who's here today?
  • Helpers
  • Calendar/Weather
  • Bible Story and Verse
Classroom Exploration


  • Centers:  Puzzles, Science, Builders, Dramatic Play, Quiet Area, Sensory Table, Table Activities, Fine Motor Activities
  • Art Projects (Group and Individual)

Snack Time


Academic Circle

  • Letter, Number, Shape, and Color of the Week/Month
  • Story, Activity
  • Music and Movement

Outside Exploration (Weather permitting)

Gross Motor Activities

Music and Movement Time