Learning Box Preschool Curriculum Alignment with the Pennsylvania Learning Standards for Early Childhood Pre-Kindergarten (2014)
Approaches to Learning Through Play
AL.1 Constructing and Gathering Knowledge
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AL 3.2 Asks questions and problem solves
AL 3.1 Demonstrates a desire to seek out information
AL 1.2 Can visualize a solution
A. Curiosity and Initiative
AL.1.PK.A Explore and ask questions to seek meaningful information about a growing range of topics, ideas and tasks.
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AL 3.2 Asks questions and problem solves
AL 3.1 Demonstrates a desire to seek out information
B. Risk Taking
AL.1. PK.B Demonstrate a willingness to participate in new and challenging experiences.
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AL 4.2 Displays a positive attitude
AL 4.1 Accepts change and failures
AL 4.3 Freedom to explore ideas with others
C. Stages of Play
AL.1.PK.C Engage in complex play sequences with two or more children.
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AL 5.1 Initiates social interactions
AL 5.2 Participates in “shared thinking”
SE 2.2 Cooperates
AL 2.2 Communicates verbally or through body language
AL.2 Organizing and Understanding Information
A. Engagement and attention
AL.2. PK.A Work toward completing a task, even if challenging, and despite interruptions.
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AL 2.2 Ability to participate for longer periods of time
SE 3.5 Accepts responsibility
SE 3.1 Maintains focus
B. Task Analysis
AL.2. PK.B Independently break simple tasks into steps and complete them one at a time.
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AL 2.2 Ability to participate for longer periods of time
SE 3.1 Maintains focus
C. Persistence
AL.2. PK.C Attempt to accomplish challenging tasks by employing familiar and new strategies as needed.
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AL 2.2 Ability to participate for longer periods of time
SE 3.1 Maintains focus
AL 1.2 Can visualize a problem
AL 1.1 Uses imagination and creativity to create new ideas or extend understanding
D. Patterning
AL.2.PK.D Recognize and extend simple patterns.
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M 2.1 Follows and creates simple patterns
AL 1.1 Uses imagination and creativity to create new ideas or extend understanding
E. Memory
AL. 2.PK.E Retain and recall information presented over a short period of time.
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AL 2.2 Ability to participate for longer periods of time
SE 3.1 Maintains focus
AL.3 Applying Knowledge
AL.3.PK.A Use music, art and/or stories to express ideas, thoughts, and feelings.
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CE 1.1 Participates and enjoys music
CE 3.1 Communicates through visual art
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
A. Invention
AL.3. PK.B Produce and explain the purpose for a new creation.
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LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
AL 1.1 Uses imagination and creativity to create new ideas or extend understanding
B. Representation
AL.3.PK.C Use materials and objects to represent new concepts.
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CE 4.1 Participates in dramatic play
S 5.2 Investigates how things work
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
AL.4 Learning Through Experience
A. Making Connections
AL.4.PK.A Relate knowledge learned from one experience to a similar experience in a new setting.
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AL 1.1 Uses imagination and creativity to create new ideas or extend understanding
B. Resiliency
AL4.PK.B Recognize that everyone makes mistakes and that using positive coping skills can result in learning from the experience
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AL 4.1 Accepts change and failures
AL 4.2 Displays a positive attitude
SE 3.5 Manages emotions appropriately
C. Problem Solving
AL.4. PK.C Attempt problem solving activities to achieve a positive outcome.
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AL 4.2 Displays a positive attitude
SE 3.5 Manages emotions appropriately
AL 3.2 Ask questions and problem solves
AL 5.2 Participates in “shared thinking”
SE 2.2 Cooperates
Language and Literacy
1.1 Foundational Skills
A. Book Handling
1.1 PK.A Practice appropriate book handling skills.
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LL 2.1 Shows understanding of print conventions
B. Print Concepts
1.1 PK.B Identify basic features of print
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LL 2.1 Shows understanding of print conventions
C. Phonological Awareness
1.1 PK.C Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes)
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LL 1.1 Demonstrates understanding of sounds, rhyme, and patterns in letters and words
LL 3.1 Identifies letters and words
D. Phonics and Word Recognition
1.1. PK.D Develop beginning phonics and word skills.
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LL 1.1 Demonstrates understanding of sounds, rhyme, and patterns in letters and words
LL 3.1 Identifies letters and words
1.2 Reading Informational Text
1.2 Reading Informational Text
A. Key Ideas and Details Main Idea
1.3 PK.A With prompting and support, retell key details of text that support a provided main idea.
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LL 5.1 Responds to test
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
B. Key Ideas and Details Text Analysis
1.4 PK.B Answer questions about a text.
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LL 5.1 Responds to test
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
C. Key Ideas and Details
1.2 PK.C With prompting and support, make connections between information in a text and personal experience.
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LL 5.3 Compares and contrasts
LL 4.1 Builds meaning of words
LL 1.1 Demonstrates understanding of sounds, rhyme, and patterns in letters and words
LL 3.1 Identifies letters and words
D. Craft and Structure Text Structure
1.3 PK.E Identify the front cover, back cover and title page of a book.
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LL 2.1 Shows understanding of print concepts
F. Craft and Structure Vocabulary
1.2 PK.F With prompting and support, answer questions about unfamiliar words read aloud from a text.
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LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
LL 1.1 Demonstrates understanding of sounds, rhyme, and patterns in letters and words
LL 3.1 Identifies letters and words
LL 5.1 Responds to text
G. Integration of Knowledge and Ideas Diverse Media
1.2 PK.G With prompting and support, answer questions to connect illustrations to the written
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LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
I. Integration of Knowledge and Ideas Analysis Across Texts
1.2 PK.I With prompting and support, identify basic similarities and differences between two texts read aloud on the same topic.
3.1 Identifies letters and words
J. Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
1.2 PK.J Use new vocabulary and phrases acquired in conversations and being read to.
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LL 4.1 Builds meaning of words
LL 1.1 Demonstrates understanding of sounds, rhyme, and patterns in letters and words
LL 3.1 Identifies letters and words
K. Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
1.2 PK.K With prompting and support, clarify unknown words or phrases read aloud.
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LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
LL 4.1 Builds meaning of words
LL 1.1 Demonstrates understanding of sounds, rhyme, and patterns in letters and words
LL 3.1 Identifies letters and words
L. Range of Reading
1.2 PK.L With prompting and support, actively engage in group reading activities with purpose and understanding.
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SE 2.2 Cooperates
LL 5.1 Responds to text
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
1.3 Reading Literature
A. Key Ideas and Details Theme
1.3. PK.A With prompting and support, retell a familiar story in a sequence with picture support
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LL 5.1 Responds to text
B. Key Ideas and Details Text Analysis
1.3. PK.B Answer questions about a particular story (who, what, how, when, and where).
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LL 5.1 Responds to text
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
C. Key Ideas and Details Literary Elements
1.3.PK.C With prompting and support, answer questions to identify characters, settings, and major events in a story.
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LL 5.1 Responds to text
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
D. Craft and Structure Point of View
1.3. PK.D With prompting and support, name the author and illustrator of a story.
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LL 2.1 Shows understanding of print concepts
E. Craft and Structure Test Structure
1.3. PK.E With prompting and support, recognize common types of text.
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LL 5.1 Responds to test
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
F. Craft and Structure Vocabulary
1.2. PK.F Answer questions about unfamiliar words read aloud from a story.
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LL 5.1 Responds to test
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
G. Integration of Knowledge and Ideas Sources
1.3.PK.G Describe pictures in books using detail.
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LL 5.1 Responds to text
LL 4.1 Builds meaning of words
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
H. Integration of Knowledge and Ideas Text Analysis
1.3. PK.H Answer questions to compare and contrast the adventures and experiences of characters in familiar stories.
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LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
LL 5.1 Responds to text
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
I. Vocabulary Acquisition and Use Strategies
1.3. PK.I With prompting and support, clarify unknown words or phrases read aloud.
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LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
LL 5.1 Responds to text
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
J. Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
1.3. PK.J Use new vocabulary and phrases acquired in conversations and being read to.
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LL 4.1 Builds meaning of words
LL 1.1 Demonstrates understanding of sounds, rhyme, and patterns in letters and words
LL 3.1 Identifies letters and words
K. Range of Reading
1.3. PK.K With prompting and support, actively engage in group reading activities with purpose and understanding
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LL 4.1 Builds meaning of words
LL 1.1 Demonstrates understanding of sounds, rhyme, and patterns in letters and words
LL 3.1 Identifies letters and words
1.4 Writing
A. Informative/Explanatory
1.4. PK.A Draw/dictate to compose informative / explanatory texts examining a topic.
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LL 8.1 Writes letters, words, and names
LL 8.2 Aware that words and symbols can be written down and read
CE 3.1 Communicates through visual arts
LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
LL 5.1 Responds to text
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
B. Informative/Explanatory Focus
1.4. PK.B With prompting and support, draw/dictate about one specific topic.
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LL 3.2 Understands that letters and words have meaning
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
LL 8.2 Aware that words and symbols can be written down and read
CE 3.1 Communicates through visual arts
C. Informative/Explanatory Organization
1.4. PK.C With prompting and support, generate ideas to convey information.
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AL 3.2 Asks questions and problem solves
AL 3.1 Demonstrates a desire to seek out information
AL 1.2 Can visualize a solution
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
D. Informative/Explanatory Organization
1.4.PK.D With prompting and support, make logical connections between drawing and dictation.
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LL 4.1 Responds to text
LL 8.1 Writes letters, words, and names
LL 8.2 Aware that words and symbols can be written down and read
CE 3.1 Communicates through visual arts
M. Narrative
1.4. PK.M Draw/dictate to compose informative / explanatory texts examining a topic.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
LL 8.1 Writes letters, words, and names
LL 8.2 Aware that words and symbols can be written down and read
CE 3.1 Communicates through visual arts
N. Narrative Focus
1.4. PK.N Establish “who” and “what” the narrative will be about.
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AL 3.2 Asks questions and problem solves
AL 3.1 Demonstrates a desire to seek out information
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
O. Narrative Content
1.4. PK.O With prompting and support, describe experiences and events.
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LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
SS 5.2 Shows interest and shares past, current, and future events
P. Narrative Organization
1.4. PK.P Recount a single event and tell about the events in the order in which they occurred.
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LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
SS 5.2 Shows interest and shares past, current, and future events
LL 5.3 Compares and contrasts
M 2.1 Follows and creates simple patterns
T. Production and Distribution of Writing Process
1.4. PK.T With guidance and support from adults and peers, respond to questions and suggestions, add details as needed.
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LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
AL 5.2 Participates in “shared thinking”
V. Conducting Research
1.4. PK.V Ask questions about topics of personal interest to gain information; with teacher guidance and support, locate information on the chosen topic.
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LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
AL 3.2 Asks questions and problem solves
W. Credibility, Reliability, and Validity of Sources
1.4. PK.W With guidance and support, recall information from experiences or books.
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LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
LL 5.1 Responds to text
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
1.5 Speaking and Listening
A. Comprehension and Collaboration Collaborative Discussion
1.5.PK.A Participate in collaborative conversations with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
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LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
AL 5.2 Participates in “shared thinking”
AL 5.1 Initiates social interactions
SE 2.2 Cooperates
B. Comprehension and Collaboration Critical Listening
1.5. PK.B Answer questions about key details in a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media.
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LL 5.1 Responds to text
LL 5.2 Listens for understanding and responds appropriately
C. Comprehension and Collaboration Evaluation
1.5. PK.C Respond to what a speaker says in order to follow directions, seek help, or gather information.
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AL 5.3 Follows directions
AL 3.1 Demonstrates a desire to seek out information
D. Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas Purpose, Audience, and Task
1.5. PK.D Use simple sentences; share stories, familiar experiences, and interests, speaking clearly enough to be understood by most audiences.
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LL 6.3 Speaks in sentences
SS 5.2 Shows interest and shares past, current, and future events
E. Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas Context
1.5. PK.E Use simple sentences; express thoughts, feelings, and ideas, speaking clearly enough to be understood by most audiences.
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LL 6.3 Speaks in sentences
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
G. Conventions of Standard English
1.5. PK.G Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English when speaking based on prekindergarten level and content.
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LL 4.2 Uses age-appropriate grammar
LL 6.3 Speaks in sentences
Numbers and Operations and Mathematics
A.1. Counting and Cardinality: Cardinality
2.1 PK.A.1 Know number names and the count sequence.
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M 1.1 Understands and names numbers and quantities
A.2. Counting and Cardinality: Counting
2.1 PK.A.2 Count to tell the number of objects.
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M 1.1 Understands and identifies numbers and quantities
M 1.2 Identifies numbers and relationships
A.3. Counting and Cardinality: Comparing
2.1 PK.A.3 Compare numbers.
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M 1.1 Understands and identifies numbers and quantities
M 1.2 Identifies numbers and relationships
M 4.1 Compares and orders
MP Counting and Cardinality: Mathematical Processes
2.1.PK.MP Use mathematical processes when quantifying, comparing, representing, and modeling numbers
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M 5.1 Solves mathematical problems
M 1.1 Understands and identifies numbers and quantities
M 1.2 Identifies numbers and relationships
M 4.1 Compares and orders
2.2 Algebraic Operations
A.1. Operations and Algebraic Thinking
PK.A.1 Understand addition as putting together and adding to, and understand subtraction as taking apart and taking from.
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M 5.1 Solves mathematical problems
M 1.1 Understands and identifies numbers and quantities
M 1.2 Identifies numbers and relationships
MP Operations and Algebraic Thinking: Mathematical Processes
2.2. PK.MP Use mathematical processes when representing relationships.
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M 5.1 Solves mathematical problems
M 1.1 Understands and identifies numbers and quantities
M 1.2 Identifies numbers and relationships
2.3 Geometry
A.1. Geometry: Identification
2.3. PK.A.1 Identify and describe shapes.
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M 3.1 Identifies shapes
A.2. Geometry: Application
2.3. PK.A.2 Analyze, compare, create, and compose shapes.
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M 3.1 Identifies shapes
M 5.1 Solves mathematical problems
MP Geometry: Mathematical Processes
2.3.PK.MP Use mathematical processes when drawing, constructing, modeling, and representing shapes.
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M 3.1 Identifies shapes
M 5.1 Solves mathematical problems
CE 3.1 Communicates through visual art
2.4 Measurement, Data, and Probability
A.1. Measurement and Data: Measurement
2.4. PK.A.1 Describe and compare measurable attributes of length and weights of everyday objects.
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M 4.2 Measures and/or estimates
A.2. Measurement and Data: Data
2.4 PK.A.2 Classify objects and count the number of objects in each category.
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M 2.2 Classifies, sorts, and charts data
M 1.1 Understands and identifies numbers and quantities
M 1.2 Identifies numbers and relationships
MP Measurement and Data: Mathematical Processes
2.4.PK.MP Use mathematical processes when measuring; representing, organizing, and understanding data.
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M 2.2 Classifies, sorts, and charts data
M 4.2 Measures and/or estimates
M 5.1 Solves mathematical problems
M 1.1 Understands and identifies numbers and quantities
M 1.2 Identifies numbers and relationships
Scientific Thinking
3.1 Biological Sciences
A. Living and Non-Living Organisms
1. Common Characteristics of Life
3.1 PK.A.1 Recognize the difference between living and non-living things.
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LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
S 4.1 Recognizes physical properties of objects and materials
2. Energy Flow
3.1. PK.A.2 Identify basic needs of plants (water and light) and animals (food, water and light).
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S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
3. Life Cycles
3.1. PK.A.3 Recognize that plants and animals grow and change.
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S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
3.1. PK.A.5 Name basic parts of living things.
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S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
9. Science as Inquiry
3.1. PK.A.9 Participate in simple investigations about living and/or non-living things to answer a question or to test a prediction
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S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
B. Genetics
1. Heredity
3.1. PK.B.1 Recognize and compare physical characteristics of living things from same species.
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S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
6. Science as Inquiry
3.1. PK.B.6 Participate in simple investigations of physical characteristics of living things from same species to answer a question or to test a prediction.
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S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
C. Evolution
3. Unifying Themes
3.1. PK.C.3 Describe changes that occur in animals.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
4. Science as Inquiry
3.1. PK.C.4 Participate in simple investigations of changes in animals to answer a question or to test a prediction.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
3.2: Physical Sciences
A. Chemistry
1. Properties of Matter
3.2. PK.A.1 Sort and describe objects according to size, shape, color and texture.
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M 2.2 Classifies, sorts, and charts data
M 4.1 Compares and orders
S 4.1 Recognizes physical properties of objects and materials
3. Matter and Energy
3.2. PK.A.3 Notice change in matter.
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S 4.1 Recognizes physical properties of objects and materials
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
5. Unifying Themes
3.2. PK.A.5 Recognize that everything is made of matter.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 4.1 Recognizes physical properties of objects and materials
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
6. Science as Inquiry
3.2. PK.A.6 Participate in simple investigations of matter to answer a question or to test a prediction.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 4.1 Recognizes physical properties of objects and materials
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
B. Physics
1. Force & Motion of Practices and Rigid Bodies
3.2. PK.B.1 Explore and describe the motion of toys and objects.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 4.1 Recognizes physical properties of objects and materials
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
S 5.2 Investigates how things work
5. Nature of Waves (Sound and light Energy)
3.2. PK.B.5 Create and describe variations of sound.
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S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
6. Unifying themes Energy
3.2. PK.B.6 Recognize that light from the sun is an important source of energy for living and nonliving systems and some source of energy is needed for all organisms to stay alive and grow.
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LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
S 4.1 Recognizes physical properties of objects and materials
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
7. Science as Inquiry
3.2. PK.B.7 Participate in simple investigations of energy and motion to answer a question or to test a prediction
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S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
3.3 Earth and Space Sciences
A. Earth Structures, Processes and Cycles
1. Earth Features and the Processes that Change It
3.3. PK.A.1 Sort different types of earth materials.
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M 2.2 Classifies, sorts, and charts data
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
4. Water
3.3. PK.A.4 Identify a variety of uses for water.
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S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
5. Weather and Climate
3.3. PK.A.5 Identify seasons that correspond with observable conditions and identify how weather affects daily life.
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S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
7. Science as Inquiry
3.3. PK.A.7 Participate in simple investigations of earth structures, processes, and cycles to answer a question or to test a prediction.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
B. Origin and Evolution of the Universe
1. Comparisons and Structure
3.3. PK.B.1 Identify objects that can be found in the day or night sky.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
3. Science as Inquiry
3.3. PK.B.3 Participate in simple investigations of the objects found in the day or night sky to answer a question or to test a prediction.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
4.1 Environment and Ecology
A. The Environment
4.1 PK.A Identify living and non-living things in the immediate and surrounding environment.
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LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
S 4.1 Recognizes physical properties of objects and materials
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
C. Energy Flow
4.1. PK.C Identify that plants need the sun to grow
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
D. Biodiversity
4.1. PK.D Identify basic needs of living things
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
E. Succession
4.1. PK.E Identify the change of seasons in the environment.
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S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
4.2 Watersheds and Wetlands
A. Watersheds
4.2. PK.A Identify various types of moving water in Pennsylvania
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SS 4.1 Comprehends and compares characteristics of the local area
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 1.2 Makes predictions and describes outcomes
B. Wetlands
4.2. PK.B Identify a wetland as an ecosystem in Pennsylvania.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 4.1 Comprehends and compares characteristics of the local area
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
C. Aquatic Ecosystem
4.2. PK.C Describe an aquatic (water) and terrestrial (land) habitat.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 4.1 Comprehends and compares characteristics of the local area
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
4.3 Natural Resources
A. Use of Natural Resources
4.3. PK.A Identify how the environment provides for the needs of people in their daily lives.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
B. Availability of Natural Resources
4.3. PK.B Identify natural resources available to people in their daily life.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
4.4 Agriculture and Society
A. Food and Fiber Systems
4.4. PK.A Identify what plants and animals need to grow.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
C. Applying Sciences to Agriculture
4.4. PK.C Recognize that plants and animals grow and change.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
D. Technology Influences on Agriculture
4.4. PK.D Identify basic tools used in gardening at home and at school.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 5.2 Investigates how things work
LL 4.1 Builds meaning of words
4.5 Humans and the Environment
A. Sustainability
4.5. PK.A Identify what people need to survive.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
B. Integrated Pest Management
4.5.PK.B Communicate about insects and animals that can be harmful.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
C. Pollution
4.5.PK.B Communicate about insects and animals that can be harmful.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 4.3 Shows concern for the environment
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
D. Waste Management
4.5. PK.D Describe how everyday human activities generate waste.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 4.3 Shows concern for the environment
S 2.1 Identifies characteristics of Earth’s environment
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
S 3.1 Understands characteristics of living things
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
15.4: Computer and Information Technology
A. Influence of Emerging Technologies
15.4. PK.A Identify various technologies used in the classroom and at home.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 5.1 Explores technology
B. Digital Citizenship
15.4. PK.B Demonstrate responsible use of technology and equipment.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 5.1 Explores technology
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
SE 3.5 Accepts responsibility
C. Hardware
15.4. PK.C With prompting and support, identify peripheral devices of computer system including input and output devices.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 5.1 Explores technology
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
SE 3.5 Accepts responsibility
D. Input Technologies
15.4. PK.D Demonstrate the correct use of simple input technologies (e.g. mouse, touch screen, microphone, etc.).
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 5.1 Explores technology
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
SE 3.5 Accepts responsibility
G. Software/Applications
15.4. PK.G With help and support, select and use various software / applications for an intended purpose.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 5.1 Explores technology
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
SE 3.5 Accepts responsibility
K. Digital Media
15.4. PK.K With help and support, identify similarities and differences between text, graphics, audio, animation, and video.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 5.1 Explores technology
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
SE 3.5 Accepts responsibility
L. Technology Research
15.4. PK.L With help and support, use web browser to locate content-specific websites.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 5.1 Explores technology
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
SE 3.5 Accepts responsibility
Social Studies
Civics and Government - Principles and Documents of Government
A. Rule of Law
5.1 PK.A State rules and their consequences.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 2.1 Understands citizenship and responsibilities
F. Symbols
5.1.PK.F Identify basic American symbols (e.g., American Flag).
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 1.2 Examines diversity, culture, and traditions
Civics and Government - Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship
A. Civics Rights and Responsibilities
5.2. PK.A Identify self-membership of a group such as the class or family.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 2.1 Understands citizenship and responsibilities
SS 1.1 Identifies personal and family roles within their home and community
B. Conflict and Resolution
5.2. PK.B Identify a problem and discuss possible solutions with adult assistance.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
AL 3.1 Demonstrates a desire to seek out information
AL 3.2 Asks questions and problem solves
AL 5.1 Initiates social interactions
SE 2.1 Makes positive social connections
Civics and Government - How Government Works
C. Government Services
5.3. PK.C Identify community workers through their uniforms and equipment.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 3.1 Understands roles and occupations in society
F. Conflict and the Court System
5.3. PK.F Identify appropriate behaviors for responsible classroom citizens.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 2.1 Understands citizenship and responsibilities
SE 4.1 Manages emotions appropriately
SE 2.2 Cooperates
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
Economics - Scarcity and Choice Self-Concept
D Incentives and Choice
6.1. PK.D Identify a choice based on individual interest.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
Economics - Market and Economic Systems
D. Price Determination
6.2. PK.D Explain how money is used.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 3.2 Understands the role of money in society
Economics - Functions of Government
D. Government’s Role in International Trade
6.3. PK.D Identify products produced locally
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 2.1 Understands roles and occupations in society
SS 4.1 Comprehends and compares characteristics of the local area
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
Economics - Income, Profit and Wealth
A. Factors Influencing Wages
6.3.5. PK.A Differentiate between work and play
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
SS 2.1 Understands citizenship and responsibilities
SS 1.1 Identifies personal and family roles within their home and community
SS 2.1 Understands roles and occupations in society
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
C. Types of Business
6.5. PK.C Identify local businesses.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 2.1 Understands roles and occupations in society
SS 3.2 Understands the role of money in society
Geography - Basic Geography Literacy
A. Geographic Tools
7.1. PK.A Explain how a map is a representation of places.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 4.2 Develops mapping skills
SS 4.1 Comprehends and compares characteristics of the local area
Geography - Physical Characteristics of Places and Regions
A. Physical Characteristics
7.2. PK.A Describe the characteristics of home and frequently visited locations to gain an understanding of physical features.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 4.2 Develops mapping skills
SS 4.1 Comprehends and compares characteristics of the local area
History - Historical Analysis and Skills Development
A. Continuity and Change Over Time
8.1. PK.A Identify a sequence of events through a day.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 5.1 Shows interest in personal and family history
SS 5.2 Shows interest and shares past, current, and future events
M 2.1 Follows and/or creates simple patterns
M 4.2 Measures and/or estimates
C. Research
8.1. PK.C Understand that information comes from many sources such as books, computers, and newspapers.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
AL 3.1 Demonstrates a desire to seek out information
S 1.1 Engages in observation and investigation
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
Creative Thinking and Expression
Production and Performance: Music and Movement
A. Elements and Principles
9.1.M.PK.A Know and use basic elements and principles of music and movement.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
CE 1.1 Participates and enjoys music
CE 2.2 Participates in a variety of body movements
B. Demonstration
9.1.M.PK.B Respond to different types of music and dance through participation and discussion.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
CE 1.1 Participates and enjoys music
CE 2.1 Expresses self through dance
CE 2.2 Participates in a variety of body movements
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
Representation
9.1.M.PK.E Use imagination and creativity to express self through music and dance.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
AL 1.1 Uses imagination and creativity to create new ideas or extend understanding
CE 1.1 Participates and enjoys music
CE 2.1 Expresses self through dance
CE 2.2 Participates in a variety of body movements
J. Technologies
9.1.M.PK.J Use a variety of technologies for producing or performing works of art.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 5.1 Explores technology
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
CE 1.1 Participates and enjoys music
CE 2.1 Expresses self through dance
CE 2.2 Participates in a variety of body movements
Production and Performance: Dramatic and Performance Play
B. Demonstrations
9.1.D.PK.B Recreate a dramatic play experience for an audience.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
CE 4.1 Participates in dramatic play
SE 1.2 Demonstrates confidence
E. Representation
9.1.D.PK.B Recreate a dramatic play experience for an audience.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
CE 4.1 Participates in dramatic play
SE 1.2 Demonstrates confidence
Production and Performance: Visual Arts
A. Elements and Principles
9.1.V.PK.A Know and use basic elements of visual arts.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
CE 3.1 Communicates through visual art
B. Demonstration
9.1.V.PK.B Combine a variety of materials to create a work of art.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
CE 3.1 Communicates through visual art
SE 1.2 Demonstrates confidence
E. Representation
9.1.V.PK.E Use imagination and creativity to express self through visual arts.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
AL 1.1 Uses imagination and creativity to create new ideas or extend understanding
CE 3.1 Communicates through visual art
J. Technologies
9.1.V.PK.J Use a variety of technologies for producing works of art.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
S 5.1 Explores technology
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
CE 3.1 Communicates through visual art
Historical and Cultural Context of Works in the Arts
C. Perspective
9.2.PK.D Explain that instruments or art forms represent cultural perspectives.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 1.2 Examines diversity, culture, and traditions
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
Production and Performance: Critical Response to Works of Art
F. Identification
9.3.PK.F Recognize and name a variety of art forms.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 1.2 Examines diversity, culture, and traditions
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
G. Critical Response
9.3.PK.G Formulate and share an opinion about others’ art products.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SS 1.2 Examines diversity, culture, and traditions
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
Production and Performance: Aesthetic Response to Works in the Arts
B. Emotional Response
9.4.PK.B Demonstrate an emotional response to viewing or creating various art works.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
CE 3.1 Communicates through visual art
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
Health, Wellness and Physical Development
Concepts of Health
B. Interaction of Body Systems
10.1. PK.B Identify and locate body parts.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
C. Nutrition
10.1. PK.C Identify foods that keep our body healthy
D. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Chemical Substances
10.1.PK.D Identify and discuss the purposes of medicine.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
E. Health Problems and Disease Prevention
10.1.PK.E Identify and discuss common health problems
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
Healthful Living
A. Health Practices, Products, and Services
10.2.PK.A Identify fundamental practices for good health.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
PD 1.1 Practices daily self care
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
PD 1.3 Makes healthy food choices
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
E. Health and the Environment
10.2.PK.E Identify environmental factors that affect health.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
PD 1.1 Practices daily self care
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
PD 1.3 Makes healthy food choices
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
Safety and Injury Prevention
A. Safe and Unsafe Practices
10.3. PK.A Recognize safe and unsafe practices.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
PD 1.1 Practices daily self care
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
PD 1.3 Makes healthy food choices
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
B. Emergency Responses
10.3.PK.B Recognize emergency situations and discuss appropriate responses.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
PD 1.2 Comprehends and applies safety rules
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
Physical Activity: Gross Motor Coordination
A. Control and Coordination
10.4.PK.A Demonstrate coordination of body movements in active play.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
PD 2.1 Displays balance and coordination
PD 2.2 Uses locomotor skills
PD 4.1 Actively participates
B. Balance and Strength
10.4.PK.B Exhibit balance while moving on the ground or using equipment.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
PD 2.1 Displays balance and coordination
Concepts, Principles and Strategies of Movement: Fine Motor Development
A. Strength, Coordination, and Muscle Control
10.5.PK.A Use hands, fingers and wrists to manipulate objects.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
PD 3.1 Controls small muscle movement
PD 3.2 Manipulates varied objects
PD 3.3 Exhibits hand-eye coordination
B. Eye/Hand Coordination
10.5.PK.B Coordinate eye and hand movements to perform a task.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
PD 3.1 Controls small muscle movement
PD 3.2 Manipulates varied objects
PD 3.3 Exhibits hand-eye coordination
C. Use of Tools
10.5.PK.C Use tools that require use of fingers, hands, and/or wrists to accomplish a task.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
PD 3.1 Controls small muscle movement
PD 3.2 Manipulates varied objects
PD 3.3 Exhibits hand-eye coordination
Concepts, Principles and Strategies of Movement: Fine Motor Development
A. Strength, Coordination, and Muscle Control
10.5.PK.A Use hands, fingers and wrists to manipulate objects.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
PD 3.1 Controls small muscle movement
PD 3.2 Manipulates varied objects
PD 3.3 Exhibits hand-eye coordination
Social and Emotional Development
Self-Awareness and Self-Management
A. Manages Emotions and Behaviors
16.1. PK.A Distinguish between emotions and identify socially accepted ways to express them.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 4.1 Manages emotions appropriately
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
B. Influences of Personal Traits on Life
16.1. PK.B Recognize that everyone has personal traits which guide behavior and choices.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
C. Resiliency
16.1. PK.C Recognize that everyone makes mistakes and that using positive coping skills can result in learning from the experience.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
D. Goal Setting
16.1. PK.D Establish goals independently and recognize their influence on choices.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 3.4 Initiates learning
AL 3.2 Asks questions and problem solves
SE 3.5 Accepts responsibility
AL 3.1 Demonstrates a desire to seek out information
Establishing and Maintaining Relationships
A. Relationships: Trust and Attachment
16.2 PK.A Interact with peers and adults in a socially acceptable manner.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 2.3 Shows empathy for others
SE 2.2 Cooperates
SE 2.1 Makes positive social connections
B. Diversity
16.2. PK.B Identify similarities and differences between self and others.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
SS 1.2 Examines diversity, culture, and traditions
LL 5.3 Compare and contrast
AL 3.1 Demonstrates a desire to seek out information
C. Communication
16.2. PK.C Engage in reciprocal communication with adults and peers.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 2.1 Makes positive social connections
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
D. Managing Interpersonal Conflicts
16.2. PK.D Recognize that conflict occurs and distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate ways to resolve conflict.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 3.3 Cooperates within shared space
SE 2.1 Makes positive social connections
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
LL 6.2 Shares stories and/or information
E. Support: Asking for Help
16.2. PK.E Ask for and accept offers of help when needed or appropriate.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 2.1 Makes positive social connections
LL 6.1 Participates in conversations
AL 2.2 Communicates verbally or through body language
Decision Making and Responsible Behavior
A. Decision Making Skills
16.3 PK.A Interpret the consequences of choices.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
AL 4.1 Accepts change and failures
SE 3.5 Accepts responsibility
B. Understanding Social Norms
16.3. PK.B Recognize there are socially acceptable ways to behave in different places.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 4.1 Manages emotions appropriately
C. Responsible Active Engagement
16.3. PK.C Actively engage in assisting others when appropriate.
Learning Box Preschool Foundational Skills 3-5 Years Old
SE 1.1 Aware of thoughts, needs, and feelings of self and others
SE 2.3 Shows empathy for others
SE 2.1 Makes positive social connections
Source Cited: Pennsylvania Learning Standards for Early Childhood (Pre-Kindergarten 2014) Office of Child Development and Early Learning-Pennsylvania Department of Education