"Play is the highest form of research."
– Albert Einstein
Rainbow Class
9:00am-11:30am
{Preferred class days are noted in the application}
9:00am Drop Off
Free Play
Art/Hands-on Activities
Circle Time
Snack
Gross Motor
11:30am Dismissal
RAINBOW CLASS:
We begin with a gentle transition from home life. Our class time slowly builds, starting with an initial one hour timeframe. Our priority is to help each child feel safe and comfortable being with someone outside of their family. Slowly, class time increases. As a child becomes more comfortable in the environment, we work on group play, taking turns, respecting personal space, and expressing feelings.
When you enter the classroom, you will find an active fun-filled environment where curiosity is evident and ongoing. Our teachers have outlined a daily routine in which theme-based learning is being done. New ideas and concepts are being presented in fun and playful ways where children become engaged while learning at the same time. Goals for your child at this stage will be to build on their developmental skills.
We accept students on a rolling basis when they turn two years old throughout the year.
Focuses include:
Social and Emotional Development
Separates from parent/caregiver
Accepts school routine
Plays/works well with others
Selects free-choice activity without teacher
Participates in group activities: music and circle time
Follows simple directions
Cognitive/ Language Development
Knows name when called
Sings ABC’s
Communicates with teacher
Names common objects
Shows interest in stories, fingerplays, and songs
Shows/names: hair, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, hands, feet, shoulders
Identifies colors
Explores and counts numbers 1-5
Knows age
Identifies simple shapes: circle, square, rectangle, triangle, heart, star
Physical Development Fine Motor
Enjoys and follows along with finger plays
Pounds, rolls, squeezes play dough
Colors with crayons and begins to explore writing utensils.
Explores scissors