Preschooler Curriculum
3 years - 4 years
For a 4-year-old preschooler, learning goals typically focus on developing foundational skills in several key areas.
1. Social and Emotional Development
• Sharing and Cooperation: Learn to share toys and work cooperatively with peers.
• Emotional Expression: Identify and express emotions in appropriate ways.
• Participation: Involve and stay in activities for longer periods of time.
• Confidence: Demonstrate confidence and pride in self through their work.
2. Language and Literacy
• Vocabulary Expansion: Understand and use new words.
• Listening Skills: Follow simple instructions and stories.
• Early Reading Skills: Recognize letters and sounds, and able to flip through a book page by page.
3. Mathematical Understanding
• Counting: Understand number concept, and count objects up to 20 or more.
• Shapes and Sizes: Recognize and name basic shapes, and understand concepts of size and position.
4. Cognitive Development
• Problem-Solving: Engage in activities that involve sorting, matching, and basic problem-solving.
• Concepts: Show an understanding of basic physical properties (size, color, texture, weight) by comparing, contrasting, and classifying
• Memory: Remember and follow simple patterns and routines.
5. Motor Skills
• Fine Motor Skills: Use scissors, crayons, and other tools with increasing control.
• Gross Motor Skills: Running, jumping, and climbing with improved coordination.
6. Creativity and Imagination
• Artistic Expression: Engage in drawing, painting, and other creative activities.
• Role-Playing: Participate in pretend play and using imagination.
These focuses help lay the groundwork for more advanced skills as children continue their education.