CURRICULUM

Tiger Cubs (1 year olds turning 2) –  offering 5 half or full days

Our Tiger Cub program uses the Kindermusik Sing and Play Curriculum.  We provide our toddlers with loving care and positive experiences to grow in their confidence.

(All students must be of age by September 1st of that school year)

 

GOALS FOR TIGER CUBS

Spiritual Development
Jesus loves Me!!
Develop a love for self & others
Old & New Testament Stories
Jesus Time
Prayer

Language/ Social Development
Encourage verbalization
Express feelings, needs & wants
Participate in group activities
Manners- Please & Thank You’s
Dramatic Play
Listens to and enjoys stories
Plays and interacts with others
Adjusts to new situations
Form simple phrases
Imitate others

Emotional Development
Separation from parents
Recognize self in mirror
Encourage self-help skills- washing hands
Introduce circle time
Encourage clean-up
Exhibit greater independence
Explore new objects and people

Creative Development
Participates in art activities
Experiences with wide variety of mediums
Participates in music activities
Sings and repeats simple songs
Expresses self through play & dance

Academic Development
Introduce primary colors
Exploring shapes
Matching & Sorting objects
Knows first name when called

Fine Motor Skills
Pincer Grasp
Hold large crayons/ scribbles
Manipulate puzzles (5-8 pieces)

Gross Motor Skills 
Beginning hand-eye coordination
Beginning balance
Walking/ First Steps

Science & Social Studies
Introduce Senses
Know basic parts of the body
Seasons & Holidays
Nature and Animals
Community Helpers