They seek to understand home expectations and to work with parents in the best interests of the child. No child may stay at the Center longer than nine hours per day. Preschool Program Preschoolers enjoy a greater variety of experiences and an increasing number of small-motor activities such as cutting, art, manipulatives, and cooking. They enjoy developing new knowledge with colors, shapes, and size, and working on basic math and science concepts and problem solving. The developmentally appropriate activities planned consider individual differences in abilities and interests, as well as learning styles.
Children work individually and in small groups.
Children are provided with concrete learning activities with materials and people. The environment is planned for children to learn through active exploration. The daily schedule enables children to be physically and mentally active while following a routine and making free choices throughout the day. The curriculum involves language interaction through books, storytelling, puppets, book-making, dramatic play, math, blocks, games, puzzles, computer activities, recordings, music, and art. Children have many opportunities to explore the Plymouth State College campus and enjoy the rich cultural and library facilities.