Then combine walking, jogging and running, experience space and level activities, and discover ways to move from one place to another. They hop jump, roll, turn and perform relaxation and extension activities. They also learn to respect game rules and individual capacities and abilities. Students integrate gross and fine motor activities through all the areas of the curriculum. Readiness for the writing process begins with pre-writing skills.
Students experience artistic expression through music , art and literature.
Students have a Music Movement specialist once a week who promotes learning through simple songs related to topics studied in the classroom. The program also explores body movements such as keeping time to a beat, acting out, dramatizing and performing with different types of music, and playing percussion instruments in ensemble. Students also explore their creativity through the integration of literature and percussion ensemble. Themes studied and vocabulary are reinforced with the art specialist. Students attend an art class once a week in which they experience creative activities that foster their fine motor skills and imagination.