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Mother Goose Time
Curriculum Standards

Mother Goose Time Preschool Curriculum Standards outlines the content benchmarks we follow when writing our daily lesson plans and designing preschool activities. Mother Goose Time preschool curriculum supports the social, emotional and cognitive skill development in young children.

Framework Categories
Language Math Science Creative Development Social-Emotional Development Physical Development
Follow the links above to see what your kids will learn in each subject area.
The Mother Goose Time Monthly Lesson Plan Book clearly lists the skills learned from each activity.


Mother Goose Time Curriculum Content Standards and Benchmarks

 

Domain I Language (L)

L1 Standard: Listening
Listening L1.1 Child demonstrates an understanding of language by listening
L1.2 Child understands and follows directions
L1.3 Child demonstrates auditory discrimination
L1.4 Child demonstrates knowledge of conversations, stories, and songs
L2 Standard: Speaking
Speaking L2.1 Child uses oral language to convey needs and ideas
L2.2 Child uses conversational speech
L2.3 Child acquires and uses new words
L2.4 Child explores different languages and types of communication
L2.5 Child participates during group discussions
L2.6 Child uses language to explore and explain concepts and ideas
L3 Standard: Emergent Reading
Emergent Reading L3.1 Child demonstrates an interest in reading
L3.2 Child uses visual discrimination
L3.3 Child demonstrates an awareness of print
L3.4 Child develops phonemic awareness
L3.5 Child makes phonics connections
L3.6 Child identifies sight words
L4 Standard: Emergent Writing
Emergent Writting L4.1 Child exhibits an interest in writing
L4.2 Child understands that writing uses letters, words, and sentences
L4.3 Child understands concept of writing as a way of conveying ideas

Domain II Mathematics (M)

Standard M1 Numbers and Counting
Numbers M1.1 Child identifies numbers
M1.2 Child explores the relationship between numbers and quantities
M1.3 Child demonstrates knowledge of mathematical vocabulary
M1.4 Child experiences math as it relates to the world that surrounds them
Standard M2 Shapes and Geometry
Shapes M2.1 Child identifies shapes and design
M2.2 Child demonstrates an understanding of spatial awareness
M2.3 Child understands the relationship between parts and whole
Standard M3 Patterns and Measurement
Patterns M3.1 Child recognizes and uses patterns
M3.2 Child uses comparisons to gather information
M3.3 Child demonstrates understanding of seriating
M3.4 Child understands concepts of physical measurement
M3.5 Child begins to understand temporal relationships (measurement of non-physical objects)
Standard M4: Logic
Logic M4.1 Child develops problem-solving skills
M4.2 Child develops and uses planning skills
M4.3 Child develops and uses decision-making skills
M4.4 Child develops and uses analytical skills

 

Domain III Science (S)

Standard S1: Life Science
Life Science S1.1 Child identifies characteristics of living and non-living things
S1.2 Child demonstrates and understanding of the cycle of life
Standard S2: Environmental Science
Environmental Science S2.1 Child understands climate and changes
S2.2 Child begins to develop a sense of environmental responsibility
Standard S3: Physical Science
Physical Science S3.1 Child uses 5 senses to gather information
S3.2 Child manipulates matter and understands the properties of matter
S3.3 Child discovers and increases knowledge of technological tools
S3.4 Child explores the scientific process
Standard S4: Healthy and Safety
Healthy and Safety S4.1 Child demonstrates awareness of personal needs
S4.2 Child demonstrates knowledge of nutrition
S4.3 Child demonstrates awareness of physical health
S4.4 Child understands basic safety and exhibits safe behaviors

 

Domain V Creative Development (C)

Standard C1: Visual Art
Visual Art C1.1 Child identifies colors
C1.2 Child uses art for self-expression
Standard C2: Music
Music C2.1 Child responds and recalls familiar music or songs
C2.2 Child applies auditory discrimination skills when listening to music
C2.3 Child uses musical instruments to create rhythm patterns
C2.4 Child moves body creatively for expressive purposes
Standard C3: Dramatic Play
Darmatic Play C3.1 Child participates in dramatic play
C3.2 Child uses dramatic play props
C3.3 Child experiments with a variety of roles through dramatic play

 

Domain VI Socio-emotional Development (E)

Standard E1: Social Skills
Social Skills E1.1 Child demonstrates awareness of self
E1.2 Child demonstrates knowledge of self and other’s feelings
E1.3 Child exhibits a sense of pride
E1.4 Child demonstrates positive interactions and relationships
E1.5 Child connects and contributes to their community and environment
Standard E2: Approach to learning
Learning Approach E2.1 Child self-regulates
E2.2 Child follows routines
E2.3 Child self-directs
E2.4 Child exhibits a love for learning
E2.5 Child develops conflict resolution skills
Standard E3: Global Citizenship
Global Citizenship E3.1Child demonstrates awareness of diverse people and places

 

Domain IV Physical Development (P)

Standard P1: Gross Motor
Gross Motor P1.1 Child demonstrates ability to control body and balance
P1.2 Child uses arms and legs with control and dexterity
Standard P2: Fine Motor
Fine Motor P2.1 Child demonstrates strength, control, and dexterity of small muscles
P2.2 Child develops eye-hand coordination