| Three-and four-year olds in the Panda class continue to develop social and self-help skills in a fun, structured environment. Pandas also begin to participate in games and exercises designed to develop math and reading readiness.
In Math, the focus is on number skills: recognition of numbers from 1-10, and concepts of quantity. Recognition of shapes, colors and patterns also form the framework for more advanced mathematical skills. Calendar exercises reinforce counting and number skills, and provide a link to science topics through discussions of weather and seasons. Three and four year olds receive an introduction to phonics in the Panda class through stories, poems, and simple exercises. Children learn correct, comfortable writing positions, and practice writing their names, a skill that makes them very proud! Throughout these academic activities, students are honing their motor skills, learning to follow directions, and to work independently. These older students learn responsibility for their space and belongings, and become increasingly self-sufficient. There are always many opportunities for creative and free play, individually and with others. Pandas love to visit the dress up area, or curl up with a favorite book in the library corner. Music continues to be a central focus in the Panda class during circle time, and in enrichment classes twice a week. 
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| September | October | November | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theme | Who am I? School Rules | Halloween | Thanksgiving |
| Language | Intro. to the Alphabet | Same and Different | Rhyming Words |
| Phonics | A, B, C | D, E, F | G, H, I |
| Math | 1, 2, 3 | 4, 5, 6, 7 | Size Comparisons, 8, 9, 10 |
| Science | Five Senses | Body Parts | Farm Animals |
| Social Studies | Manners | Different Cultures | Family & Community |
| Values | Honesty | Respect | Courage |
| Art | Painting Without Brushes | Color Mixing | Marble Painting |
| December | January | February | |
| Theme | Holiday Season | Winter | Valentine’s Day |
| Language | Story Telling | Letter Sound Review | Poetry |
| Phonics | J, K, L | M, N, O | P, Q, R |
| Math | Counting and Writing 1–5 | Number Recognition, 6-10 | Sequencing |
| Science | Hibernation & Migration | Jungle Animals | Dental Health |
| Social Studies | Holiday Festivals | Friendship | Helping Hands |
| Values | Understanding | Trust | Compassion |
| Art | Recycle | Modeling Clay | Sewing |
| March | April | May | |
| Theme | Spring | April Showers | Mothers |
| Language | Beginning Sounds | Fairy Tales | Creating a Book |
| Phonics | S, T, U | V, W, X | Y, Z |
| Math | Grouping, 6-10 | 1 to 1 Relationship | Counting and Writing 1-10 |
| Science | Sea Life | Plants and Seeds | Farm Animals |
| Social Studies | People with Special Needs | Emotions | Teamwork |
| Values | Right and Wrong | Sensitivity | Caring |
| Art | 3-D Art | Textures | Flowers |
| June | July | August | |
| Theme | Fathers | Summer Fun | Summer Fun |
| Language | Poems | Science Adventures | Science Adventures |
| Phonics | Alphabet Review | Performing Arts: Drama, Poetry & Fantasy | Performing Arts: Drama, Poetry & Fantasy |
| Math | Review 1-10 | Number Exploration | Number Exploration |
| Science | Insects | ||
| Social Studies | Cooperation | ||
| Values | Responsibility | ||
| Art | Patterns and Design |
Morning Schedule | |
| 7:30 a.m | School Opens Inside / Outside Play |
| 9:00 – 9:30 | Circle Time & Snack Time |
| 9:30 – 10:00 (Alternate Days) | Music/Japanese/Library Time |
| 10:00 – 10:30 | Inside / Outside Play |
| 10:30 – 11:00 | Academic Time/Science Time |
| 11:00 – 11:15 | Make Beds |
| 11:15 – 11:55 | Lunch Time |
| 12:00 – 1:00 | Outside Play |
Afternoon Schedule | |
| 1:00 – 3:00 | Bathroom & Nap Time |
| 3:00 – 3:45 | Wake up and Snack Time |
| 3:45 – 4:15 | Library & Story Time |
| 4:15 – 5:00 (Alternate Days) | P.E./Art/Puzzles/Projects |
| 5:00 – 6:00 | Outside Play & Go Home |