CORE KNOWLEDGE

The Core Knowledge Preschool Program is based on scientific research about how young children learn, as well as research into the best preschool practices around the world.  This program for 3 - 5 year olds is specifically designed to provide your child with the solid foundation he or she will need for later learning in kindergarten and beyond.

Core Knowledge Preschool at a Glance

Movement and Coordination
 Physical Attention and Relaxation
Gross Motor Skills
Eye-Hand and Eye-Foot Coordination
Group Games
Creative Movement and Expression

Autonomy and Social Skills
Sense of Self and Personal Responsibility
Working in a Group Setting

Work Habits
Memory Skills
Following Directions
Task Persistence and Completion

Language
Oral Language
Nursery Rhymes, Poems, Fingerplays, and Songs
Children's Literature; Read Alouds
Emerging Literacy Skills

Mathematics
Patterns and Classification
Geometry
Measurement
Numbers and Number Sense
Addition & Subtraction
Money

    Orientation in Time
    Vocabulary
    Measures of Time
    Passage of Time (Past, Present, and Future)

    Orientation in Space
    Vocabulary
    Actual and Represented Space
    Simple Maps
    Basic Geographical Concepts

    Science
    Human Characteristics, Needs and Development
    Animal Characteristics, Needs and Development
    Plant Characteristics, Needs and Development
    Physical Elements (Water, Air, Light)
    Tools

    Music
    Attention to Differences in Sound
    Imitate and Produce Sounds
    Listen and Sing
    Listen and Move

    Visual Arts
    Attention to Visual Detail
    Creating Art
    Looking at & Talking about Art

Core Knowledge

How is Core Knowledge different from other preschool programs?

Core Knowledge focuses on:
~ identifying specific goals in all areas of learning
~ setting high exceptions for all children
~ teaching specific content knowledge & skills that will allow children to be successful in kindergarten & later years.

Visit Core Knowledge's website for further information.
Core Knowledge Preschool Sequence

Core Knowledge Sequence K - 8


Peace of Mind is a preschool and daycare facility in Woodbury, MN.  Locally owned and operated we are proud to serve the parents of our community.  Our core service area includes:  Woodbury, MN, Lake Elmo, Stillwater, Maplewood, Oakdale, Afton, and Cottage Grove.