How will the Pine Lake Co-op prepare my child for kindergarten?
• Social skills essential to a smooth transition to kindergarten are emphasized throughout the preschool program to help children develop the abilities to play and work cooperatively in groups, share, and work out differences peacefully. • Creativity and intellectual curiosity are encouraged with activities, which allow children to learn through exploration and discovery. • Listening and appropriate group behavior skills are learned through participating in circle time and concept time. • Fine motor skills are practiced through various art and craft projects and creative play with sensory materials and toys, which emphasize manipulative skills. • Gross motor and cooperative play skills are practiced during outdoor playtime with access to climbing equipment, slides, swings, balls, and a sandbox.
