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 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 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 the significance of basic manners such as respect and dignity in both public places and personal interactions. Through simple activities, such as storytime or role-playing with puppets, educators can demonstrate polite behaviors like saying "please" and "thank you," taking turns, and being kind to others.

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 practice using appropriate greetings such as "good morning," "good night," "hello," and "how are you?" in real-life situations. Through role-playing exercises and interactive games, teachers can help them understand when and how to use these greetings in conversations, fostering polite communication skills and helping them develop social confidence. This practice enables children to engage respectfully and appropriately with others from a young age.

Children will enhance their understanding of social studies concepts through coloring activities. By using themed coloring pages related to historical events, cultural symbols, famous landmarks, and community helpers, children can visually connect with the subjects they are learning about.

Children will learn to use non-violent methods to protect their personal space. Teachers can introduce concepts like using words to express discomfort, such as saying, "Please stop, I need space," or finding a teacher for help. Role-playing scenarios can further reinforce these methods, showing children how to handle situations respectfully and effectively without using physical means. This education helps them understand and assert their boundaries safely.

Children will learn job-related vocabulary and how to use the phrase "What do you do?" to inquire about someone's occupation. Through interactive activities like role-playing with costumes representing different professions, or through simple picture books that depict various jobs, teachers can introduce these concepts. This helps 3-year-olds grasp different community roles and become familiar with basic conversational structures used to learn about someone's profession.

Children will learn about different jobs, the tools used in these jobs, and how each job contributes to the community. Educators can use toys, tools, or costumes related to various professions, such as a doctor's stethoscope, a chef's hat, or a firefighter's helmet, to help children identify these jobs. Through storytelling or simple discussions, teachers can explain the importance of each job in helping people and maintaining the community, like how doctors keep us healthy or how firefighters keep us safe. This helps children understand the value of work and its role in society.