Pre-Kindergarten Curriculum Outline Wexford Christian Preschool This curriculum was created in accordance with the Pennsylvania Learning Standards for Early Childhood (2014). While a majority of the standards are not specifically listed in this curriculum, it is to be understood that all standards are to be addressed and developed as an integral part of daily classroom rounes and acvies. Those standards targeng more specific skill sets have been listed in the unit(s) to which they correspond. DAILY OVERVIEW Free Play (30 minutes) During this me, students will complete a daily sign-in acvity which will focus on prinng their names (first and last) as well as praccing tracing and handwring skills. Students will also focus on emergent reading using the daily sample. Once the student has completed their daily exercise, they will engage in student-led free play. This opportunity allows for the de- velopment of social skills, dramac play, and creave expression. Circle Time (15 Minutes) During this me, students will work with the instructor to pracce calendar concepts, weather recognion, and math skills such as sequenal counng, place values, counng by 2’s, 5’s, and 10’s, and paerns. Journal Time (15 minutes) During this me, students will pracce their handwring skills using the daily concepts covered during circle me. Students will also gain experience and comfort with daily rounes, and will begin to gain independence in finding the answers to daily quesons. This is also an opportunity for teachers to introduce pracce for any new skills covered, such as paerns, leer sound recognion, math skills, etc. Letter Time (15 minutes) During this me, students will engage with and pracce their phonemic awareness through various acvies, including leer songs and visual clues. Students will pracce recognizing both the uppercase and lowercase form of each week’s leer, and will idenfy the corresponding phoneme. Students will then use their knowledge to list words that begin with that parcular sound, allowing them to pracce speaking and hearing each sound. Sight Words (15 minutes) During this me, students will engage in acvies that allow them to become familiar with recognizing and using the sight words from the Dolch Pre-Primer list by both recognizing and reading them, as well as using them in wrien form. Acvies should be engaging and varied in an effort to integrate the new words into the student’s learning. Core Activities (90 Minutes) During this me, the students will engage in a variety of engagement acvies designed to acvate prior knowledge of the subject maer, and allow them to make connecons to new experiences. Each unit will integrate mulple disciplines, including ELA, Math, Science, and the Arts, allowing students to gain a global understanding of concepts. Each unit will include a wide range of acvies to appeal to all learning styles. In addion, students will be acve learners in a hands-on environment based on the use of the five senses as a method of gaining new informaon.
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Pre-Kindergarten Curriculum Outline
Wexford Christian Preschool
This curriculum was created in accordance with the Pennsylvania Learning Standards for Early Childhood (2014).
While a majority of the standards are not specifically listed in this curriculum, it is to be understood that all
standards are to be addressed and developed as an integral part of daily classroom routines and activities.
Those standards targeting more specific skill sets have been listed in the unit(s) to which they correspond.
DAILY OVERVIEW
Free Play (30 minutes)
During this time, students will complete a daily sign-in activity which will focus on printing their names (first and last)
as well as practicing tracing and handwriting skills. Students will also focus on emergent reading using the daily sample. Once
the student has completed their daily exercise, they will engage in student-led free play. This opportunity allows for the de-
velopment of social skills, dramatic play, and creative expression.
Circle Time (15 Minutes)
During this time, students will work with the instructor to practice calendar concepts, weather recognition, and math
skills such as sequential counting, place values, counting by 2’s, 5’s, and 10’s, and patterns.
Journal Time (15 minutes)
During this time, students will practice their handwriting skills using the daily concepts covered during circle time.
Students will also gain experience and comfort with daily routines, and will begin to gain independence in finding the answers
to daily questions. This is also an opportunity for teachers to introduce practice for any new skills covered, such as patterns,
letter sound recognition, math skills, etc.
Letter Time (15 minutes)
During this time, students will engage with and practice their phonemic awareness through various activities,
including letter songs and visual clues. Students will practice recognizing both the uppercase and lowercase form of each
week’s letter, and will identify the corresponding phoneme. Students will then use their knowledge to list words that begin
with that particular sound, allowing them to practice speaking and hearing each sound.
Sight Words (15 minutes)
During this time, students will engage in activities that allow them to become familiar with recognizing and using the
sight words from the Dolch Pre-Primer list by both recognizing and reading them, as well as using them in written form.
Activities should be engaging and varied in an effort to integrate the new words into the student’s learning.
Core Activities (90 Minutes)
During this time, the students will engage in a variety of engagement activities designed to activate prior knowledge
of the subject matter, and allow them to make connections to new experiences. Each unit will integrate multiple disciplines,
including ELA, Math, Science, and the Arts, allowing students to gain a global understanding of concepts. Each unit will
include a wide range of activities to appeal to all learning styles. In addition, students will be active learners in a hands-on
environment based on the use of the five senses as a method of gaining new information.
UNIT: Welcome Back to School
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is focused on introducing the students to classroom rules, routines, and expectations. This unit is integral to
building the foundation for a successful year. Students will become familiar with their environment, and will be
introduced to daily routines. This unit also focuses on engaging the students in the creation of classroom behavioral
guidelines. Students will participate in creating “Class Rules” as well as helping to determine appropriate
consequences under the guidance of the instructors. Students will be encouraged to develop a viewpoint of the
classroom as a positive and welcoming environment that is both fun and educational.
MATH STANDARDS:
ELA STANDARDS:
1.3 PK.B
1.3 PK.C
1.3 PK.K
1.4 PK.W
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
5.1 PK.A
5.2 PK.B
5.3 PK.F
8.1 PK.A
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.J
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
16.2 PK.D
16.3 PK.A
16.3 PK.B
16.3 PK.C
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
The Kissing Hand (Audrey Penn)
UNIT: All About Me!
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is focused on the celebration of each student’s unique qualities, and creating an atmosphere of acceptance
of each others’ differences and similarities. The primary goal of this unit is to allow the students to develop a sense
of Classroom Community and gain a sense of belonging to the group. Students will be given opportunities to share
about themselves and what they enjoy, while also learning these things about their classmates. The instructor will
design activities that guide the students to gain an understanding of how to function within a group as an individual,
and how individual characteristics can be used to make the group better as a whole.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.4 PK.A.4
2.4 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
1.4 PK.M
1.4 PK.O
1.5 PK.A
1.5 PK.B
1.5 PK.D
1.5 PKE
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
5.2 PK.A
5.2 PK.B
5.3 PK. F
6.1 PK.D
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.E
9.4 PK.B
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
16.1 PK.B
16.1 PK.D
16.2 PKB
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
UNIT: Eric Carle Week
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is centered around the works of the author Eric Carle. Each day, the teacher will introduce a new Eric Carle
story and create the daily learning activities to center around this text. Students will begin to associate these stories
with the author, and will begin to recognize the author’s artwork and will identify it as belonging to Eric Carle. This
unit will focus mainly on English Language Arts activities and Creative Arts activities, but will also include math skills
that can be connected to the daily text.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.3 PK.A.1
2.3 PK.A.2
2.4 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.1 PK.A.1
3.1 PK.A.3
3.1 PK.C.3
3.2 PK.A.1
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.V PK.A
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.E
9.3 PK.G
9.3 PK.B
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
1.1 PK.A
1.3 PK.A
1.3 PK.B
1.3 PK.C
1.3 PK.D
1.3 PK.G
1.4 PK.B
1.4 PK.D
1.4 PK.M
1.5 PK.A
1.5 PK.B
UNIT RESOURCES:
UNIT: Apples, Apples, Everywhere!
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is an introduction to a focus on Fall as well as looking at life cycles, with apples and apple trees as the
specific focus. Students will learn about the life cycle of apples, as well as explore the many uses of apples. The
teacher will integrate cooking projects, science projects, art projects, and creative arts activities along with the ELA
and Math activities. Students will also explore the history of the historical character Johnny Appleseed and his
significance to the history of our region. This unit will include the field trip to the farm, which will be considered an
integrative learning experience focusing on local products and businesses.
MATH STANDARDS: ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
6.3 PK.D
6.5 PK.C
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.3 PK.F
9.1.v PK.J
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
2.1 PK.A.1
2.1 PK.A.2
2.1 PK.A.3
2.1 PK.MP
2.4 PK.A.1
2.4 PK.A.4
2.4 PK.MP
1.1 PK.C
1.1 PK.B
1.2 PK.B
1.2 PK.J
1.2 PK.K
1.3 PK.G
1.3 PK.J
1.4 PK.A
3.1 PK.A.2
3.1 PK.A.3
3.1 PK.A.5
3.1 PK.A.9
3.1 PK.B.1
3.1 PK.B.6
3.2 PK.B.6
3.3 PK.A.5
4.1 PK.C
UNIT: Columbus Day & America’s History
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit will focus on the history of America as a country, and its origins with regards to explorer Christopher
Columbus. Students will become familiar with important people and concepts related to our country’s origin.
Students will also explore the concepts of maps and travel, as well as why explorers are motivated to find new
places. The teacher will provide learning activities that allow students to apply the idea of exploration and mapping
to their own surroundings.
MATH STANDARDS:
ELA STANDARDS:
1.2 PK.B
1.2 PK.F
1.3 PK.A
1.3 PK.B
1.3 PK.C
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
7.1 PK.A
8.1 PK.C
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
UNIT: Fire Safety Week
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is primarily intended to introduce students to the concept of fire safety, as well as expose them to safe
habits and routines in the event of an emergency. Students will get to meet Fireman Tim, and will learn good
practices to remain safe. The teacher will center the week’s learning activities around making good and safe choices
for oneself, as well as helping others remain safe.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.4 PK.MP
2.4 PK.A.4
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
5.2 PK.B
5.3 PK.C
6.5 PK.A
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.2 PK.B.5
3.3 PK.A.4
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.D PK.B
9.1.D PK.E
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
16.2 PK.A
16.3 PK.B
16.3 PK.C
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
10.2 PK.A
10.2 PK.E
10.3 PK.A
10.3 PK.B
UNIT RESOURCES:
Firefighter Ted (Andrea Beaty)
1.3 PK.J
1.3 PK.K
1.4 PK.A
1.4 PK.M
1.4 PK.V
1.4 PK.W
1.5 PK.B
1.5 PK.C
UNIT: Fall Fun
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit covers a broad spectrum of topics related to the Fall season. Students will explore the changes in the
natural environment and how to make good choices based on daily weather. In addition, students will explore how
the changes in the weather and natural environment effect the animals and plants within the area. Students will also
explore Fall holidays and traditions related to the season, including the history behind these holidays and traditions.
The teacher will create a variety of integrated learning experiences across all areas of learning that will allow
students to explore all aspects of the changing seasons.
MATH STANDARDS: ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
6.3 PK.D
6.5 PK.C
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.E
9.4 PK.B
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
16.3 PK.A
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
2.1 PK.A.1
2.1 PK.A.2
2.1 PK.A.3
2.1 PK.MP
2.2 PK.A.1
2.2 PK.A.MP
2.4 PK.A.1
2.4 PK.A.4
2.4 PK.MP
1.1 PK.C
1.1 PK.D
1.1 PK.E
1.2 PK.C
1.3 PK.G
1.4 PK.A
1.4 PK.B
1.4 PK.M
1.4 PK.P
3.1 PK.A.2
3.1 PK.A.3
3.1 PK.A.5
3.1 PK.A.9
3.1 PK.B.1
3.1 PK.B.6
3.2 PK.A.1
3.3 PK.A.5
4.1 PK.A
4.1 PK.C
4.1 PK.E
UNIT: Elections & Voting
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is focused on the process of voting and elections in the United States. Students will explore the process by
which the president is elected, and how the voting process is utilized. Students will begin to understand the concept
of voting and majority rules as a method for making decisions and resolving conflict, and will participate in their own
election in the classroom. Students will also be introduced to the idea that all individuals have preferences and
beliefs that affect their personal decisions.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.1 PK.A.3
2.1 PK.MP
2.2 PK.MP
2.4 PK.A.4
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
5.2 PK.A
6.1 PK.D
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
16.1 PK.B
16.2 PK.B
16.2 PK.D
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
Duck for President (Doreen Cronin)
1.2 PK.I
1.2 PK.B
1.2 PK.C
1.3 PK.J
1.5 PK.A
1.5 PK.C
1.5 PK.E
UNIT: Thanksgiving
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is centered around the history of the Thanksgiving holiday, and its significance in our lives. Students will
learn about the history of the first Thanksgiving, and will become familiar with important groups of people and
places related to the story. In addition, students will learn about traditional symbols of the holiday and their
significance (Cornucopia, etc.) and will be encouraged to list the many things that they are thankful for. The unit will
culminate in a Thanksgiving Feast celebration where students will enjoy a meal together.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.1 PK.A.1
2.1 PK.A.2
2.1 PK.A.3
2.1 PK.MP
2.2 PK.A.1
2.2 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
1.3 PK.A
1.3 PK.B
1.3 PK.C
1.3 PK.J
1.3 PK.K
1.4 PK.C
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
5.1 PK.F
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.2 PK.A.1
4.1 PK.E
4.3 PK.A
4.3 PK.B
4.5 PK.A
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS: SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
9.1.D PK.B
9.1.D PK.E
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.E
9.1.V PK.J
9.2 PK.D
UNIT: Veteran’s Day (Mini Unit)
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This mini unit is designed to introduce students to the concept of the Military and its branches. The students will
gain an understanding of the function of the military, and why people choose to serve in the military. Students will
gain an appreciation for those who serve in our armed forces.
MATH STANDARDS:
ELA STANDARDS:
1.2 PK.J
1.2 PK.L
1.4 PK.B
1.4 PK.C
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
5.1 PK.F
5.3 PK.C
6.5 PK.A
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.V PK.J
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
UNIT: Christmas
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is centered around the Christmas Program given by the students, and will focus on the Nativity Story and
the importance of the holiday in the Christian Faith. Students will focus most of their energy on the show, but will
also spend time making Christmas gifts for their parents, and celebrating the season together. Students will gain an
appreciation of Christmas traditions in different cultures and families.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.1 PK.A.1
2.4 PK.A.1
2.4 PK.A.4
2.4 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
6.1 PK.D
6.2 PK.D
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.2 PK.A.1
3.2 PK.A.6
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS: SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
The Crippled Lamb (Max Lucado)
1.1 PK.C
1.1 PK.D
1.3 PK.A
1.3 PK.B
1.3 PK.C
1.3 PK.K
1.4 PK.M
1.4 PK.P
1.5 PK.A
1.5 PK.B
9.1.M PK.A
9.1.M PK.E
9.1.M PK.J
9.1.D PK.B
9.1.D PK.E
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.E
9.1.V PK.J
UNIT: The Mitten
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit serves as a reintroduction to school routines and schedule after the Christmas break. Students will become
familiar with the author/illustrator Jan Brett, particularly the book The Mitten. The teacher will use this book as an
introductory unit to learning about Winter in the upcoming weeks. Learning activities will center around the story,
and will be focused on getting students re-acclimated to school after time off.
MATH STANDARDS:
ELA STANDARDS:
1.3 PK.A
1.3 PK.B
1.3 PK.C
1.3 PK.D
1.5 PK.A
1.5 PK.B
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.1 PK.C.3
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
10.2 PK.E
UNIT RESOURCES:
The Mitten (Jan Brett)
UNIT: Animals in Winter
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is an exploration of the effects of winter on animals (including people). The students will explore the
concepts of hibernation, migration, and adaptation, focusing particularly on animals living in the area, but also
looking at prime examples of each category (bears, artic hares, butterflies, etc.) The students will also explore how
the animals prepare in the months leading up to winter, and will draw connections between how winter affects us
as humans, and how it affects animals in different ways in terms of survival and necessities.
MATH STANDARDS:
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
10.2 PK.A
10.2 PK.E
UNIT RESOURCES:
1.2 PK.B
1.2 PK.J
1.2 PK.K
1.2 PK.L
1.4 PK.A
1.4 PK.B
1.4 PK.C
3.1 PK.A.2
3.1 PK.A.3
3.3 PK.A.5
3.3 PK.A.7
4.1 PK.D
4.1 PK.E
4.2 PK.C
4.4 PK.C
UNIT: Winter
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit broadens in focus to examine Winter as a season, including weather patterns, traditional seasonal
activities, and the many ways the season is unique (snow, winter foods, etc.). The teacher will utilize winter themes
for all learning activities,, such as winter math games and winter vocabulary words, and will incorporate appropriate
seasonal activities (with time outside if the weather permits).
MATH STANDARDS:
2.4 PK.A.4
2.4 PK.MP
2.2 PK.A.1
2.2 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
5.2 PK.B
8.1 PK.A
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
16.1 PK.D
16.2 PK.E
16.3 PK.A
16.3 PK.C
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
10.2 PK.A
10.2 PK.E
UNIT RESOURCES:
1.1 PK.C
1.1 PK.D
1.4 PK.B
1.4 PK.M
1.4 PK.O
1.4 PK.P
1.4 PK.W
3.2 PK.A.3
3.2 PK.A.5
3.2 PK.A.6
3.3 PK.A.5
4.1 PK.E
4.3 PK.B
4.5 PK.A
4.5 PK.B
UNIT: My Five Senses
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit serves as an in-depth learning experience where students are given the opportunity to use all five senses to
learn about the world around them. Students will learn how to gather information about their surroundings, and the
different ways they can experience stimulations. The teacher will provide a variety of situations and activities where
students can make use of their five senses to gather information and make predictions about events, and test their
predictions. Activities should primarily be hands-on and student-led explorations.
MATH STANDARDS:
ELA STANDARDS:
1.2 PK.C
1.2 PK.L
1.4 PK.T
1.5 PK.A
1.5 PK.B
1.5 PK.C
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.1 PK.A.9
3.2 PK.A.1
3.2 PK.A.6
3.2 PK.B.5
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1 M.PK.J
9.1.V PK.B
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
UNIT: Healthy Eating
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit serves to build a foundation for students making healthy choices for themselves. Students will explore the
different food groups, and will learn how to make good food choices to stay healthy and grow strong. Students will
discuss the consequences of poor eating habits, and how making healthy decisions can affect their physical health.
The teacher will provide different learning activities that allow students to make decisions and utilize learned
information in real-life (or simulated) situations.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.1 PK.A.2
2.1 PK.A.3
2.1 PK.MP
2.4 PK.A.1
2.4 PK.A.4
2.4 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
6.2 PK.D
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.1 PK.A.2
3.1 PK.A.3
4.5 PK.A
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
16.3 PK.A
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
10.1 PK.C
10.1 PK.E
10.2 PK.A
UNIT RESOURCES:
1.1 PK.D
1.2 PK.C
1.2 PK.G
1.2 PK.J
1.4 PK.B
1.4 PK.C
1.4 PK.D
1.5 PK.A
1.5 PK.B
1.5 PK.C
UNIT: Groundhog’s Day (1 Day Mini Unit)
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is a brief exploration of the Groundhog’s Day holiday, including traditions and local lore about the
groundhog. The unit will also serve as the beginning of the transition between the focus on winter and the upcoming
Spring season.
MATH STANDARDS:
ELA STANDARDS:
1.3 PK.C
1.3 PK.G
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.3 PK.A.5
3.3 PK.B.1
3.3 PK.B.3
4.1 PK.E
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
UNIT: My Amazing Body
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit focuses on the human body, specifically on the skeleton, muscles, and major organs. Students will explore
the functions of different body parts, and will learn about how the body parts work and allow us to move and
function. The teacher will provide many different learning activities for each body system that allows the students to
get a better idea of what is going on inside their own bodies. In addition, the unit will also cover what happens when
body parts get hurt or break, and how they can be treated to become healed.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.4 PK.A.1
2.4 PK.A.4
2.4 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.1 PK.A.5
3.1 PK.B.1
3.1 PK.B.6
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
1.2 PK.B
1.2 PK.C
1.2 PK.J
1.4 PK.A
1.4 PK.D
1.4 PK.W
1.5 PK.A
1.5 PK.B
1.5 PK.C
UNIT: Valentine’s Day & Love
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is centered around the Valentine’s Day holiday, and includes the holiday party. The students will explore
traditions associated with Valentine’s Day, as well as traditional holiday symbols. Students will also explore the con-
cept of love, focusing on how we can show love to others. Students will learn to distinguish between different kinds
of love (friendship, family, God’s love, etc.). The teacher will provide opportunities for students to come up with
ways to show love that can then be carried out in the classroom and in the school.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.3 PK.A.1
2.3 PK.A.2
2.3 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
1.1 PK.C
1.1 PK.D
1.3 PK.B
1.3 PK.C
1.4 PK.A
1.4 PK.B
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.V PK.A
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.E
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
16.1 PK.A
16.2 PK.A
16.2 PK.C
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
10.2 PK.A
UNIT RESOURCES:
UNIT: Dental Health Week
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit focuses on learning healthy habits and routines to (begin to) independently care for the teeth and mouth.
Students will learn about the different tools used to keep teeth healthy, and will also explore the connection
between making healthy food choices and dental health. Students will explore how food choices can positively or
negatively affect dental health, and will make connections between information learned during the previous units
on health.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.2 PK.A.1
2.2 PK.MP
2.4 PK.A.4
2.4 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.1 PK.A.5
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
16.3 PK.A
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
10.1 PK.B
10.1 PK.C
10.2 PK.A
10.2 PK.E
10.2 PK.C
UNIT RESOURCES:
1.2 PK.B
1.2 PK.C
1.2 PK.F
1.2 PK.G
1.2 PK.J
1.2 PK.L
UNIT: Dr. Seuss
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is a celebration of the life and works of Dr. Seuss, in honor of his birthday. Students will explore the life
history of Seuss, and will be exposed to several of his books throughout the week. Learning activities will center
around Dr. Seuss’ books. The students will become familiar with the rhymes and “silly” words that are particular to
Seuss’ writing style, and at the end of the week should be able to recognize the illustrations common to the Seuss
books.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.1 PK.A.1
2.1 PK.A.2
2.1 PK.A.3
2.1 PK.Mp
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.V PK.A
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.E
9.1.V PK.J
9.4 PK.B
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
1.3 PK.D
1.3 PK.E
1.3 PK.G
1.4 PK.B
1.4 PK.C
1.4 PK.D
1.4 PK.M
1.4 PK.P
1.4 PK.W
UNIT: Colors & Shapes
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit focuses on both the visual and mathematic concepts behind shapes and shape recognition, as well as the
visual and scientific aspects of color and color mixing. Students will learn to recognize a wide variety of shapes,
including several 3-D shapes. Students will also explore the concepts of primary colors, and color mixing through
hands on experiences. The learning activities provided will be hands-on and interactive, involving many different
materials, and will allow the students and opportunity to express themselves creatively through visual art projects.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.3 PK.A.1
2.3 PK.A.2
2.3 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.2 PK.A.1
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.V PK.A
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.E
9.1.V PK.J
9.2 PK.D
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
UNIT: St. Patrick’s Day
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is focused on the St. Patrick’s Day holiday, with particular emphasis on the Irish culture and holiday
traditions associated with the holiday. Students will explore traditional symbols and their meanings, and will learn
about Irish folklore (leprechauns, etc.) The teacher will provide opportunities to explore the culture and history
behind the holiday, as well as opportunity for creative expression and journaling. At the culmination of the unit,
students will be able to retell the origin story of St. Patrick in their own words.
MATH STANDARDS: ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
5.2 PK.A
5.2 PK.B
7.1 PK.A
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.D PK.E
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
2.1 PK.A.1
2.1 PK.A.2
2.1 PK.A.3
2.1 PK.MP
2.3 PK.A.1
2.3 PK.A.2 1.1 PK.C
1.1 PK.D
1.3 PK.B
1.3 PK.C
1.4 PK.B
1.4 PK.D
1.4 PK.M
1.4 PK.O
1.4 PK.P
UNIT: Under the Sea
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is taught in conjunction with the Spring Program. While the main focus will be on program preparation and
practice, this unit will also allow students to experience and introduction to sea life and explore the habitat and
animals that live there. At the culmination of the unit, students should be able to explain why the ocean habitat is
unique, and should be able to list several animal and plant species found there.
MATH STANDARDS:
ELA STANDARDS:
1.2 PK.J
1.2 PK.L
1.4 PK.W
1.5 PK.A
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.1 PK.A.1
3.1 PK.B.1
4.2 PK.C
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.M PK.A
9.1.M PK.B
9.1.M PK.E
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
16.1 PK.D
16.3 PK.B
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
10.4 PK.A
UNIT RESOURCES:
UNIT: Spring & Easter
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit serves the double purpose of exploring the Easter holiday, as well as the spring season and upcoming
changes in the weather. Students will explore the history and meaning behind the Easter story and traditions, and
should be able to explain the significance of the events in the Bible story. Students should also be able to explain the
changes in weather that are associated with the Spring season, and give examples of how those changes affect the
environment and the daily life of both animals and people in the local habitat.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.4 PK.A.1
2.4 PK.A.4
2.4 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.1 PK.A.3
3.1 PK.C.3
3.2 PK.A.1
4.1 PK.E
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.V PK.A
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.E
9.1.V PK.J
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
1.1 PK.C
1.1 PK.D
1.3 PK.A
1.3 PK.B
1.3 PK.C
1.3 PK.E
1.3 PK.H
1.3 PK.J
1.3 PK.K
UNIT: Earth Day & Conservation
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is centered around the Earth Day holiday. Students will explore the idea of conservation and the concepts
of reduce, reuse, recycle, and will brainstorm ways that they can impact the environment in a positive way. Students
will also explore the consequences of poor choices and how they affect the Earth and the environment. The teacher
will provide and introduction to the history of Earth Day, and will allow the students several opportunities to
connect their learning experiences to their own lives.
MATH STANDARDS:
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
5.2 PK.B
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
3.2 PK.B.6
3.3 PK.A.1
3.3 PK.A.4
4.5 PK.C
4.5 PK.D
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
10.2 PK.E
UNIT RESOURCES:
1.2 PK.A
1.2 PK.B
1.2 PK.C
1.2 PK.J
1.2 PK.L
1.4 PK.A
1.4 PK.B
1.4 PK.C
1.5 PK.A
UNIT: Seeds & Plants
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is a continuation of the focus on the Spring season, with particular emphasis on the importance of planting
seeds at this time of year. Students will explore the life cycle of different plants from seed to mature plant, and will
engage in hands-on gardening and planting activities to grow their own plants. At the culmination of the unit,
students should be able to explain the basic life cycle of a plant, and should be able to explain how seeds become
plants, particularly detailing what plants need to grow and survive. Students should also recognize that plants may
have a specific purpose or use, and should be able to describe different uses for plants.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.4 PK.A.1
2.4 PK.A.4
2.4 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
1.1 PK.D
1.2 PK.A
1.2 PK.B
1.2 PK.C
1.2 PK.G
1.2 PK.J
1.2 PK.K
1.2 PK.L
3.1 PK.A.2
3.1 PK.A.3
3.1 PK.A.5
3.1 PK.A.9
3.1 PK.B.1
3.1 PK.B.6
3.3 PK.A.1
3.3 PK.A.4
4.1 PK.A
4.1 PK.C
4.4 PK.D
UNIT: Butterflies
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit focuses on the life cycle of the butterfly, and will include the annual W.C.C tradition of raising butterflies
from caterpillars and releasing them once their metamorphosis has been completed. The students will explore the
butterfly life cycle through many different learning activities, including songs and art projects, in addition to the
actual butterflies that are being raised. At the end of the unit, students should be able to explain the life cycle of the
butterfly from beginning to end, including details of important events in each stage.
MATH STANDARDS:
2.4 PK.A.1
2.4 PK.A.4
2.4 PK.MP
ELA STANDARDS:
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.V PK.A
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.E
9.1.V PK.J
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
1.1 PK.D
1.2 PK.A
1.2 PK.B
1.2 PK.C
1.2 PK.G
1.2 PK.J
1.2 PK.K
1.2 PK.L
3.1 PK.A.3
3.1 PK.A.5
3.1 PK.A.9
3.1 PK.B.1
3.1 PK.C.3
3.1 PK.B.6
UNIT: Mother’s Day
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit is centered around the Mother’s Day holiday. A majority of the time will be spent making table decorations
and gifts for the Mother’s Day Tea held at the end of the unit. Students will explore the idea behind the holiday, and
should be able to brainstorm many different ways of showing their mothers their love and appreciation for all that
they do.
MATH STANDARDS:
ELA STANDARDS:
1.5 PK.A
1.5 PK.B
1.5 PK.C
1.5 PK.D
1.5 PK.E
1.5 PK.G
SOCIAL STUDIES STANDARDS:
5.2 PK.A
SCIENCE STANDARDS:
CREATIVE ARTS STANDARDS:
9.1.V PK.A
9.1.V PK.B
9.1.V PK.E
9.1.V PK.J
SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL STANDARDS:
16.2 PK.C
16.3 PK.C
HEALTH/WELLNESS STANDARDS:
UNIT RESOURCES:
UNIT: Graduation
BROAD OVERVIEW:
This unit serves to wrap up the school year and prepare the students for the Graduation ceremony, as well as
provide comfort and confidence in the idea of moving on to Kindergarten. This unit is meant to praise the hard work
the students have done during the year, and celebrate their completion of the important milestone of Preschool.
The teacher will focus on the individual achievements and efforts of each student and praise their successes, in an
effort to prepare them to move on to Kindergarten in the Fall.