Practical Life
The Practical Life area teaches children self-help skills, care of their environment, coordination, fine
motor skills, attention span and a sense of order. These activities are the foundation for future
learning - especially reading, writing and math.
Sensorial
Sensorial Materials help the child to use her senses to learn concepts of size, color and shape, while
improving eye and hand coordination. The child compares heights, weights, colors, sounds, smells, shapes
and textures.
Math
Math is presented using tangible objects which represent quantities. Children move at their own pace from
these objects to symbols and functions. This process includes the introduction of numerals and association
of quantity and symbol, sequencing, addition and subtraction, and the decimal system.
Language
Language includes written and oral expression. This is initiated using patterns, association, rhymes and
opposites, and progresses through vocabulary enrichment, control of pencil, recognition of letter shapes,
names and sounds. The child works at her own pace to build reading and writing skills.
Culture
Culture area provides a basic knowledge of culture, science and geography, and builds an awareness of the
world in which we live.
