PreK – August Curriculum Overview
Welcome to PreK! This month is all about joyful routines, exploring with our senses, and learning through play. August’s activities are hands-on, open-ended, and designed for both independent and family learning. Choose what fits your child and enjoy discovering together!
Weekly Subjects
- Language Arts (Mon–Thu)
- Week 1: Listen to and retell “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?” Act out the story with stuffed animals or puppets.
- Week 2: Family & Friends—Draw a family portrait, practice saying and recognizing names, and share favorite family stories.
- Week 3: Letter Exploration—Trace and build the letters F, L, and S with playdough, sand, or nature objects.
- Week 4: Story Creation—Make up your own story about a favorite animal or adventure and draw pictures to go with it.
- Math (Mon–Thu)
- Week 1: Counting—Count toys, snacks, or steps as you move around the house or yard.
- Week 2: Sorting—Sort objects by color, size, or shape (blocks, leaves, buttons).
- Week 3: Patterns—Make simple AB patterns with colored objects, snacks, or claps and stomps.
- Week 4: Measuring—Use hands, feet, or blocks to measure favorite toys or spaces.
- Science & Nature (Mon–Thu)
- Week 1: Five Senses—Go on a senses walk: What do you see, hear, smell, touch, and taste?
- Week 2: Nature Table—Collect leaves, rocks, pinecones, and display them at home.
- Week 3: Weather Watch—Observe and draw the sky each day; talk about sunny, cloudy, or rainy days.
- Week 4: Plant Care—Help water a plant and notice how it changes over time.
- Social-Emotional & Practical Life (Mon–Thu)
- Week 1: Routines—Practice hand washing, tidying toys, and greeting others with a smile.
- Week 2: Kindness—Role play sharing and taking turns with a favorite toy.
- Week 3: Feelings—Use simple faces or drawings to talk about happy, sad, and excited.
- Week 4: Helping—Set the table or help prepare a snack together.
- Art & Music (Mon–Thu)
- Week 1: Leaf rubbings and nature collage.
- Week 2: Finger painting with summer and fall colors.
- Week 3: Sing “If You’re Happy and You Know It” and play with rhythm instruments (pots, pans, shakers).
- Week 4: Dance and free movement to favorite music.
- Movement & Outdoor Play (Mon–Thu)
- Each Week: Daily outdoor play, “Simon Says,” animal walks (hop like a bunny, crawl like a bear), and nature walks.
Recommended Free Resources
- Storyline Online – Free video read-alouds by actors.
- PBS Kids – Educational games, shows, and activities.
- Starfall – Free early literacy and math activities.
- Cosmic Kids Yoga – Yoga and mindfulness videos for young children.
- Nature Scavenger Hunt Printables
August is a time for wonder, connection, and gentle routines. Choose the activities that fit your family, and celebrate each small discovery together!