THREE-YEAR OLD PROGRAM GUIDE

COGNITIVE GROWTH

Mathematics

Introduction to basic colors and basic shapes
Recognition of numbers 1 through 10
Understanding concept of numbers 1 through 10
Grouping of numbers 1 through 10

Language Arts

Recognition of letters in their own first name
How to print first name
Clear speech - enunciation
Show-n-tell
Language skills - follow directions, speaking in complete sentences.
Story time:
1) Sequence
2) Comprehension
3) Retelling
4) Cause & Effect
5) Outcome, prediction
Topics include
Bible Stories
Seasonal
Holidays
Social Studies
Mathematics
Science

Social Studies & Science

Introduction to the following:
Calendar
Our Country and patriotic songs
National Holidays
Assemblies with Community Helpers
Police officer
Fire fighter
Dentist
Nurse
Ident-a-Kid
Photographer
Families
Seasons
Environments/Habitats
Weather
Experiments
Kitchen cooking
Dinosaurs
Animals/Insects
Nutrition
Health

Art, Music, Gym, Computer

Songs
Instruments
Movements
Crafts
Paint
Paper
Manipulatives
Chalk
Clay
Stikki Wikki
Yarn
Educational software
Outdoor recreation

Spiritual Growth

"Discovering God's Child"
New Testament
Seasonal chapel visits with Pastor
Religious songs
Prayer
Grace before snack
Christian values
Honesty
Manners
Sharing
Freehold Area Open Door food collection

Social Growth

Asking for help
Helping
Sharing
Respect for others
Kindness
Loving
Responsibility for toys & supplies
Participates in group activities
Show-n-tell speaking
Independent thinking
Manners
Clean-up time
Interaction during play
Self-control
Listening
Following directions
Conflict resolution
Waiting for a turn

Emotional Growth

Identifying emotions
Dealing with emotions
Resolving conflict
Use of language
Self-esteem
Self-confidence
Self-discipline
Communication
Co-operation

Physical Growth

Fine motor skills
Cutting
Proper grip & usage of pencil, crayon,
scissors, chalk & paintbrush
Lacing/sewing
Hand/eye coordination
Use of chalk
Zippering
Snapping
Buttoning
Drawing picture of self