Some people may assume preschool is just a time to babysit children before they go into kindergarten. However, when you place your little one in the right preschool environment, you're exposing them to early education. Here is how early education from pre-K on sets your child up for success.
Language Immersion
From birth until six years old is the 'sensitive period' in a child's life. This period is named as such because it's when children are soaking up everything around them, including language. That's why it's much easier for little onesren to learn a second language, compared to adults. According to the University of Georgia, most children understand what others say and can express themselves properly in a few short years. Placing them in a dual language environment at this point can be the start of your preschooler becoming a polyglot.
Creativity
This early period is vital for children to be able to express themselves creatively. Creativity through play, art, dance, and music presents the opportunity to express themselves before they have all the words to do so. It also provides the stepping stones for them to develop more innovative techniques later. When they're more creative, it's easier for them to think outside the box and find solutions inside and outside the classroom.
Teamwork
A private pre-K can expose your little one to teamwork. Children begin working in groups, whether it's using play to act out roles that help them understand the world around them. They work together with building blocks, which can help them understand spatial recognition or math beads to get the basics of counting down. They also understand how to take turns, share, and cooperate.
Nature Exploration
In addition to their structured classroom time in a pre-K setting, students have plenty of time to go outside and gain hands-on knowledge through field trips and general outdoor exploration. Children can learn the basics of life science. They may explore plants with gardening sessions and focus on the lifecycle of wildlife.
A solid pre-K sets your little one up for success by exposing them to valuable curricula. While they engage in playtime, they also have some structure to their Spanish language immersion, dance, music, art, teamwork, and outdoor field trips. If you're interested in getting your child's education off to a strong start, contact us at Bethesda Reggio today.
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