Activities

Routines and Initiatives

• develop basic self-help skills such as washroom skills
• develop respect for the property of others
• develop responsibility for their own belongings
• develop understanding of routines and classroom rules

Fine and Gross Motor Skills

• strengthen small muscles through stringing, peg boards, building cubes, puzzles and creative works
• develop pincer grips with chalk, pencils, tracing
• print first name
• listen and follow directions
• work co-operatively in a group

Social Development

• demonstrate enthusiastic attitude towards learning
• develop positive interactions with children and adults
• share with and care about others
• participate in classroom discussions and circle

Importance of Play

• solitary play and social interaction with peers
• modelling positive, acceptable behaviour
• role playing and problem solving
• cause and effect: consequences of one’s actions
• enhancing creativity and imagination