Curriculum

Children will learn to identify different family members and understand their roles within the family structure. Educators can use simple family tree diagrams and role-playing activities where children pretend to be different family members (like parents, siblings, or grandparents). Through storybooks and discussions about diverse family compositions, such as single-parent families, extended families, or families with step-siblings, children can also gain a broader understanding of what constitutes a family.

Children will learn to identify various family members and understand their roles, helping them grasp the concept of a family. Activities can include creating simple family trees, using dolls to represent family members, and discussing the different roles each person plays, such as cooking, working, or caring for others. Picture books that depict diverse family structures can also be shared to show that families can look different but always share bonds of love and care.

Children will learn to understand and respect the diverse situations of their peers. Through activities such as sharing circles, where they discuss personal interests and family traditions, and by reading books with diverse characters, children will appreciate the similarities and differences among themselves and others. Role-playing and collaborative art projects will also encourage discussions about diversity, teaching children that it's beneficial and enriching to talk about and celebrate each person’s unique background.

Children will learn to respect privacy and personal space through guided activities and discussions. Using scenarios or storybooks, teachers can illustrate appropriate behaviors in private spaces like reading corners and washrooms. Role-playing helps children practice asking for permission before entering someone’s space and responding politely if their own space is invaded, teaching them to respect boundaries and personal privacy.

Children will be able to understand and use question words (interrogatives) such as who, what, where, when, why, and how.

Children will form regular plural nouns orally by adding /s/ or /es/ (e.g., dog, dogs; wish, wishes).

Children will be able to use frequently occurring nouns and verbs.

Children will understand how to draw most of the upper- and lowercase letters.

Children will demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

Children will develop A-Z phonological awareness, visual recognition, and an understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes).