Creative Year's Programs
Each classroom instructor is committed to creating an environment that promotes the growth and development of each child. Children are encouraged to use and explore a variety of hands-on materials and activities throughout their day.
Our teachers follow a daily schedule, which enables children to feel more secure since they know what activities are going to happen and when. The schedule, however, is not rigid or unchangeable and there are days when it is adjusted to suit the needs and interests of the children.
Science
We provide opportunities for children to explore, observe, discover, solve problems and make connections. Science learning centers may include fossil study (digging for bones) and magnets as well as examining leaves, flowers and butterflies. Group activities and science experiments are also part of the curriculum.
Language Arts
In order to develop strong language skills, we engage children in meaningful conversations as well as working with printed materials. We also make use of puppets, imaginative play and story time. These activities eventually lead into reading and writing exercises
Mathematics
We begin by providing manipulative for children to explore and count. We understand that each child learns at his/her own pace so materials are regularly changed and modified to keep children interested and challenged. In the beginning, the curriculum focuses on sorting, patterning, number recognition and classifying.
Music & Movement
Gross motor skills are developed and enhanced through music and movement. By exploring various forms of dance, children improve rhythmic movement and coordination. Music is often used to begin and end our day. We also play music during transitional periods such as cleaning up or preparing for lunch. Additionally, music and musical instruments provide a way for children to learn about other cultures
Block Center
Blocks encourage imaginative play and also serve as excellent math manipulative. In many cases, block displays are allowed to remain standing for a few days since children often like to see their “structure” preserved. The block center serves as an excellent observation point as children are frequently engaged in conversation and creative play.
Outdoor Play
A vital and regular part of the curriculum, outdoor play provides fresh air and an opportunity for movement in larger areas. It also helps to develop gross motor skills as children use the climbing structure, jump rope and run around. Outdoor time is an important component of the science curriculum, allowing children to make discoveries about the environment.
Dramatic Play
Creative representations of real-life, everyday roles are expressed during dramatic play as children pretend to be firemen, teachers, parents, doctors and a variety of other figures in the community. Imaginary settings, such as a restaurant, bakery, doctor’s office or a campsite are often used. Children practice conversational skills and cooperation as well as math and writing enhancement.
Sensory Table
Children are invited to handle and explore sand, water, magnets and environmental items, such as leaves or acorns. The table contains measuring cups, spoons and other items that the children can use to dig, pour and scoop. They make discoveries and observe what happens when, for example, water and sand are mixed together.
Reading Corner
This is an area where children quietly look at and read a variety of books. All different category of books can be chosen from and all age groups. Encourages children to read and use their imagination to come up with their own stories. Reading stimulates the side of the brain that helps with mental imagery, understanding, and language processing.
Art
We use paint, glue, paper, beads, sequins, glitter, yarn, pipe cleaner and many other materials in our art classes. Children are naturally imaginative and creative beings. Art allows each child to develop and enhance these skills.
Multicultralism
To help children develop a sense of the world around them, we introduce multicultural experiences by learning about ethnic celebrations and festivals, listening to music, preparing and tasting food from other countries and reading multicultural literature.
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please contact us at
603-880-7304 or email us at creativeyears20@gmail.com
