In our children’s centers we embrace the high reach
curriculum approach to early childhood education.
Each center area reflects the unique skills, interests and
experiences of the children and their families.
The high reach curriculum builds on the interests and natural learning styles of the children.
Children learn in warm nurturing program that provide positive, "hands on" learning
experiences. Children share their interests working collaboratively on projects that promote the development of the skills children need for later school and life success.
In the high reach curriculum:
- all children are viewed as resourceful and competent learners
- the program occurs within a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment
- "hands on" activities encourage problem solving and play based learning
- children participate actively with the teacher in planning and researching projects
- children are given opportunities for increased decision making, independence and
responsibility
- a sense of wonder and an appreciation of the beauty of nature is encouraged
- attractive learning centers are designed to encourage a variety of learning activities including: writing, reading, creative art, sensory, discovery, dramatic play, blocks / construction,
woodworking, computers.
The role of the teacher includes:
- carefully observing children to determine their interests, experiences and needs
- understanding child development
- promoting the development of skills necessary for school and life success (includes social,
emotional, physical and cognitive/intellectual skills)
- recognizing "teachable moments" in which the teacher engages the children in meaningful
problem solving, planning and learning facilitating the children’s in-depth investigation of a
project. A project may be any topic that intrigues the children and is worth researching
together and learning more about. (How are stain glass windows made? What is ice cream
made of?)
Our indoor and outdoor spaces provide high quality living, learning and work
environments.
The indoor play space is enriched with comfy furniture, creative lighting and an abundance of
plants and natural items. Well organized learning centers, effectively combine toys and
educational resources with real tools, utensils and household items. Attractive displays of
children’s paintings, sculptures and ongoing projects reflect the children’s learning experiences.
An Environment that is all about the Whole Child.
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Tumble Tots Child Care & Preschool
(916) 723 - 3586
(916) 723 - 3586
