WHY SEND A CHILD TO PRESCHOOL?
COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT
Preschool curriculum is designed to promote curiosity and creativity by presenting themes that build on what the child already knows. New information
is presented through play situations and actual experiences that appeal to all the child's senses. They will develop reading, writing, verbal communications, problem solving, and logical thinking skills.
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
Outdoor play, movement with music, working with play dough, constructing with blocks, stringing beads, doing puzzles, sand and water play, exploring art
with crayons, markers and paint all contribute to large and fine motor development.
SOCIALIZATION
Many young children do not have the opportunity to play with other children their own age. Being together with peers increases the
child's ability to respect the rights of others, share toys and materials, work cooperatively with others on completing a task and resolve conflicts.
INDEPENDENCE
The growth of a child must include increasing self-responsibility. Preschool encourages a first step in this process. The child learns to spend time away from
home and the family in a classroom setting supervised by people who are trained in early childhood education, and in an atmosphere especially designed for
young children.
EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
A child's success as a person is determined by emotional development as well as mental capability. Lengthening attention span, learning to follow verbal directions
and developing a positive self concept have a great influence on "readiness" for school. Activities are planned to help develop these qualities.
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Last updated 1/29/2007.
