The Co-op's program goal is for each child to develop a frame of reference of ideas, knowledge, problem-solving, motor and social skills that will prepare them for a lifetime of learning. Curriculum objectives will include, but are not limited to:

 

Cognitive

• Develop an ability to match, group, and identify common properties/relationships

• Explore what comes next in a series of objects or events

• Experiment with creative process in use of materials, expression,          and movement

• Use the scientific process: observing, reasoning, test suggestions, observe results, and make conclusions

 

Physical

•  Build a positive image of their bodies

•  Practice large motor abilities: movement, balance, body/space  perception

•  Refine fine motor skills by manipulating and controlling objects

•  Develop methods to relax, relieve tension and expend energy  appropriately

 

Social Emotional

• Develop trust, autonomy, and initiative

• Gain confidence in abilities

• Express needs and feelings with appropriate words and actions

• Increase their understanding of and empathy for others

• Develop strategies to control impulses, join in play and resolved conflicts

• Share materials and take turns

 

Language

• Expand and extend their vocabularies and sentence structures

• Verbally express feelings and describe objects and events

• Make requests, ask questions and give directions

• Respond to requests, questions, and the directions of others

• Practice taking turns in conversations

• Increase awareness of picture and print symbols, including letters and numbers

• Develop understanding of, and appreciation for stories, poems and plays

 

Self-Help

• Practice toileting, dressing and hand washing

• Serving, eating and cleaning up at snack and lunch time

• Making choices and decisions

• Request assistance when needed

• Identify, observe and practice safety procedures

• Attempt new and/or challenging activities

• Develop a sense of responsibility for one’s belongings, environment, and self