Curriculum

Children will be introduced to the concept that Earth is one of the many planets in our solar system. They will learn the names of the planets and some distinguishing characteristics of each (e.g., Mars is red, Jupiter is large and has many moons, Saturn has rings). Children will understand that all these planets orbit the sun and that each planet has its unique position in the solar system.

Children will explore the concept of motion and use basic words to describe the speed of motion, such as "fast" and "slow." For example, they will observe and compare how different objects move at varying speeds, such as how a rolling ball can move fast or slow depending on the push it receives.

Children will learn about the different forms of land and water on Earth. They will identify and describe various landforms such as mountains, hills, valleys, and plains. Additionally, children will recognize bodies of water, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and ponds.

Children will understand that a force is a push or a pull, and it's what makes things around us move or stop.
Children will be able to explain that the strength or direction of a push or pull (force) can change the motion of an object (speed, direction, distance).

Children will explore the Law of Gravity by investigating how objects are pulled toward the ground unless something holds them up. They will observe and conduct simple experiments to see how gravity affects different objects. For example, children will drop various objects to see how they always fall down due to gravity.

Children will be able to identify and describe different types of motion, including straight line, zigzag, back-and-forth, round-and-round, fast, and slow. They will understand that the way an object moves depends on how it is pushed or pulled. Children will provide real-life examples of different kinds of motion and will plan and conduct investigations to compare the effects of different strengths or directions of pushes and pulls on the motion of an object.

Children will understand the concept of recycling and its importance for the environment. They will begin to identify the relationship between human decisions and their impact on the environment. For example, children will learn how recycling can reduce waste and conserve natural resources, and how water conservation can help maintain a healthy ecosystem.

Children will learn about the moon, including basic facts and its importance as Earth’s natural satellite. They will explore how the shape of the moon appears to change over time, understanding that these changes, known as phases, are the result of temporal changes in the moon's position relative to Earth and the sun

Children will learn to communicate solutions that reduce the impact of humans on the environment. They will understand how actions like cutting trees to produce paper and using resources to produce bottles affect the environment. Children will explore and communicate solutions such as reusing paper and recycling cans and bottles.

Children will experience, compare, and use time-related language to develop a basic understanding of the day and night cycle. They will learn to identify different times of the day, such as morning, afternoon, evening, and night, and use these terms to communicate their daily experiences. For example, children will describe activities they do in the morning, such as eating breakfast, and those they do in the afternoon, like playing outside