Curriculum

Children will be able to investigate how sunlight affects different surfaces and use their observations to explain how sunlight impacts the natural world. They will make observations to determine the effect of sunlight on Earth's surface, focusing on surfaces like sand, soil, rocks, and water.

Children will learn to identify and name basic parts of the body (such as head, arms, legs, hands, and feet). They will also begin to understand simple functions of each body part (for example, hands are for holding, legs are for walking)

Children will understand that their actions have consequences for their own and others' well-being. They will develop the ability to make responsible and constructive choices for themselves and those around them by evaluating situations and considering ethical standards, safety concerns, and social norms.

Children will identify and express a sense of identity and belonging in different groups and settings, such as family or culture, where they feel safe, loved, and accepted. They will begin to communicate their connections to these groups in various ways, such as through personal stories.

Children will understand the importance of maintaining good posture and learn to avoid posture problems. They will demonstrate control of their body to support proper posture.

Children will improve their self-feeding skills using age-appropriate utensils, learn to communicate when they are hungry, thirsty, or full, and begin to express their food choices and preferences. They will also gain a basic understanding of the importance of nutrition for healthy development.

Children will identify and name the emotions they are feeling. They will describe and express their emotions.

Children will recognize other people’s emotions and demonstrate appropriate emotional responses.

Children will understand the benefits of sports for both physical and mental health, including staying healthy, strong, and energetic, reducing stress, and improving their mood. They will see sports as an opportunity for enjoyment, challenge, self-expression, and social interaction.

Children will name and describe the basic rules and equipment used in various sports.