Small Friends Kindergarten Curriculum:

"Is relevant, interesting and engaging for each child."

"Is educationally sound, based on the Oregon Department of Education’s Common Curriculum Goals for Kindergarten, NAEYC standards and current brain research."

"Meets each child where they are and moves them forward at a pace that empowers them and builds self-esteem."

"Encourages critical thinking, creativity and self-expression."

"Provides a solid foundation for success in elementary school."

 

Math Instruction Includes:

 Patterns

 Measurement

 Sorting & Classifying

 Creating and Interpreting Graphs

 Shapes

 Number Concepts:  Recognition, Counting, Place Value, Addition, Subtraction

 Telling Time

 Counting Money

 

 Literacy Instruction Includes:

 Phonics Instruction

 Whole and Small Group Reading Instruction/Practice

 One-on-One Reading Instruction/Practice

 Independent Reading

 Partner Reading

 Spelling Instruction/Practice

 Handwriting Instruction/Practice

 Journal Writing

 Word Work