Smart Junior - 3 yrs onwards, Mon to Fri(9.30 am to 12.30 pm)

1.Language and Literacy Development:

1. • Developing listening comprehension skills through stories, rhymes, and songs.

   • Encouraging verbal communication through conversations, show-and-tell activities, and group discussions.

   • Recognizing and naming letters of the alphabet A to Z

   • Practicing letter sounds and basic phonics.

   • Building vocabulary through picture books, flashcards, and word games.

   • Using context and visuals to understand the meanings of words.

   • Associating sounds with corresponding letters of the alphabet.

2. Pre-Writing Skills:

1. • Developing fine motor skills through activities like colouring, drawing, and tracing lines and shapes.

   • Learning to hold a pencil and practising basic writing strokes.

   • Encouraging hand-eye coordination through activities like cutting and pasting.

   • Introduction to simple writing exercises like tracing or copying letters or words.

3. Numeracy and Mathematics:

1. • Counting and recognizing numbers from 1 to 20 (and potentially higher).

   • Counting objects and developing one-to-one correspondence.

   • Recognizing and identifying numerals and their quantities.

   • Recognizing and extending simple patterns (e.g., ABAB, AABB).

   • Creating patterns using different objects or shapes.

   • Exploring concepts of more/less, big/small, tall/short, heavy/light, etc. 

4.Motor Skills:

1. • Enhancing fine motor skills through activities like drawing, coloring, cutting, and writing.

   • Engaging in gross motor activities to promote physical coordination, balance, and spatial awareness.

   • Providing opportunities for free play and outdoor activities to support overall physical development.

5. Creative Expression:

1. • Encouraging creativity through art, music, dance and yoga.

   • Allowing children to explore different art materials and techniques.

   • Supporting imaginative play and storytelling.

6.Nature and Science:

1. • Promoting an understanding of the natural world through exploration and observation.

   • Engaging in simple science experiments and nature-based activities.

   • Encouraging curiosity and a sense of wonder.

7.Music and Movement:

1. • Participating in music and movement activities to develop rhythm and coordination.

   • Singing songs, dancing, and playing simple musical instruments.

   • Exploring different sounds and beats.

8.Social and Emotional Development:

1. • Developing social skills, such as sharing, taking turns, and cooperating with peers.

   • Encouraging self-expression and emotional awareness.

   • Fostering a sense of belonging and inclusiveness in a diverse classroom.

9.Health and Well-being:

1. • Promoting a healthy lifestyle through activities that focus on nutrition, exercise, and personal hygiene.

   • Teaching basic self-care skills, such as dressing, eating and toilet training.

   • Creating a safe and nurturing environment for children's physical and emotional well-being.

10.Physical Development:

1. • Engaging in gross motor activities like running, jumping, hopping, and climbing.

   • Developing coordination and balance through SILAMBAM , games and exercises

11.Cultural and Social Awareness:

1. • Introducing cultural diversity and teaching respect for different traditions and backgrounds.

   • Celebrating national and international festivals and holidays.

   • Encouraging children to explore their own cultural heritage and that of others.