Little Bear
Child Development Center
Koala Bears
Preschool Class: 3 - 5 Years Old
"I love that my children feel safe in the care of their teachers. They learn so much, from Bible stories to getting a solid foundation in math and reading. I appreciate that they children are encouraged to use their minds and imaginations to problem solve."
- Erica
Daily Activities
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Play-Based Learning
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Rug Time - Story, songs, charts, mini-lesson
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Small group table times (based on age and ability)
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Bible Time
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Art Activities
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Easel Painting
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Water Table
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Sand Bin
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Song Time
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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AM & PM Snack
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Nap Time
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Outside Play Time
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Building with Blocks
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Writing Center
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Play Dough
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Dancing and Music
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Math Centers
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Science Center
Curriculum
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The Comprehensive Preschool Curriculum
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Jolly Phonics
We choose our theme based on upcoming holidays/seasons and the interests of our students.
Communication
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ClassDojo Phone App (class messaging, personal messaging, pictures, reminders)
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Accident Reports sent home
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Phone calls to parents if necessary
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Face to face communication daily
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"Parent Communication Center"
(on classroom wall)
Classroom
Environment
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Play-based classroom, divided into separate play areas where students can:
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build with blocks
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engage in dramatic play
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explore different sensory objects
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be creative with art tools
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spend some quiet-time reading
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Loud and quiet areas are separate to meet each child's different needs
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We have pet fish
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Students have opportunity to play where they'd like for majority of the day
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Many hands-on, sensory activities