PreK – November Curriculum Overview
Welcome to November in PreK! This month centers on heritage, giving thanks, and celebrating family traditions. Activities are hands-on, comforting, and designed to help children connect with their families and the world around them. Choose what fits your child and enjoy the warmth of the season together!
Weekly Subjects
- Language Arts (Mon–Thu)
- Week 13: Listen to and retell “Bear Says Thanks” or another gratitude story. Act out the story with toys or puppets.
- Week 14: Family Stories—Share a favorite family tradition or holiday memory; draw a picture of your family together.
- Week 15: Letter Exploration—Trace and build the letters H, T, and N using playdough, nature objects, or craft sticks.
- Week 16: Thankful Book—Make a simple “I am thankful for…” book with drawings or photos.
- Math (Mon–Thu)
- Week 13: Counting—Count family members, place settings, or leaves collected on a walk.
- Week 14: Sorting—Sort utensils, napkins, or food items by type or color while helping set the table.
- Week 15: Patterns—Create patterns with fall foods (cranberries, corn, beans) or colored beads.
- Week 16: Measuring—Help measure ingredients for a simple recipe or compare the sizes of fruits and vegetables.
- Science & Nature (Mon–Thu)
- Week 13: Nature Thankfulness—Go on a gratitude walk and name things in nature you are thankful for.
- Week 14: Animal Habits—Learn how animals get ready for winter; make a cozy nest or den for toy animals.
- Week 15: Weather Watch—Talk about chilly mornings, frost, or rain; draw what you see from your window.
- Week 16: Harvest Time—Explore fruits and vegetables; taste something new or visit a local market.
- Social-Emotional & Practical Life (Mon–Thu)
- Week 13: Gratitude Practice—Say “thank you” to family members and friends; make thank-you cards.
- Week 14: Family Helpers—Help with a household task like folding napkins, sweeping, or baking.
- Week 15: Feelings—Talk about feeling cozy, loved, or excited for special days; use drawings or stories.
- Week 16: Sharing—Practice sharing food or toys with others; talk about giving and kindness.
- Art & Music (Mon–Thu)
- Week 13: Handprint turkeys or gratitude trees with painted leaves.
- Week 14: Family collage—use photos or magazine cutouts to make a family tree or group portrait.
- Week 15: Sing “Over the River and Through the Wood” and play with rhythm instruments.
- Week 16: Cooking or pretend play kitchen—make a simple snack or play with food toys.
- Movement & Outdoor Play (Mon–Thu)
- Each Week: Daily outdoor play, raking and jumping in leaves, animal walks (waddle like a turkey, scamper like a squirrel), 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
November is a time for gratitude, family, and honoring traditions. Choose the activities that fit your family, and celebrate each moment of togetherness!