Pre-K Curriculum Outline (Words Only)

This is a parent-facing outline for planning and records. For the full scope & sequence, see: https://www.dbmlearningacademy.com/compliance/general/compliance/curriculum.php

Language & Literacy

Alphabet Exploration

• Recognize uppercase first; introduce lowercase gradually.
• Link letters to common sounds (A/a, B/b, M/m, S/s...).
• Identify letters in child’s name; name writing begins with capitals.

Early Reading Readiness

• Concepts of print: front/back of book, left-to-right tracking.
• Picture walks: predict, identify characters/settings, retell main idea.
• Rhyming and alliteration through songs, chants, and simple poems.

Speaking & Listening

• Use full sentences to share needs, ideas, and stories.
• Follow 1–2 step directions (e.g., “Pick up blocks, put in bin”).
• Take turns in conversation; ask and answer simple questions.

Emergent Writing

• Progression: scribbles → letter-like forms → recognizable letters.
• Grip development: short crayons, fat markers, vertical surfaces.
• Name writing practice; label drawings with initial sounds.

Early Math

Number Sense

• Rote count to 10–20; count objects with one-to-one matching.
• Recognize numerals 0–10; connect numerals to quantities.
• Use math words: more, fewer, same, none.

Geometry & Shapes

• Identify circle, square, triangle, rectangle; introduce oval, star, heart.
• Sort by shape, color, size; real-world shape hunt.
• Compose simple pictures with basic shapes.

Patterns & Sequencing

• Create/extend AB and ABC patterns using blocks or beads.
• Sequence 3-step picture stories (“first/next/last”).
• Clap/tap body-movement patterns.

Measurement & Comparison

• Compare length, height, weight (longer/shorter, taller/shorter, heavier/lighter).
• Order 3 objects by size (small → medium → large).
• Use non-standard tools (cubes, paperclips) to “measure.”

Science & Nature

Five Senses

• Observe with see/hear/smell/taste/touch; practice safe choices.
• Sort items by sound, smell, or texture.

Living Things

• Plants/animals have needs: water, food, air, shelter, light.
• Simple life cycles (seed → sprout; caterpillar → butterfly).

Weather & Seasons

• Daily weather check; match clothing to weather.
• Discuss seasonal changes and outdoor safety.

Earth & Environment

• Care for our world: gentle with plants/bugs, pick up after play.
• Basic sort: trash vs. recycle in the classroom/home.

Social & Emotional

Emotional Awareness

• Name common feelings (happy, sad, mad, scared, excited).
• Try calming choices: deep breaths, quiet corner, ask for help.

Social Relationships

• Practice sharing, turn-taking, and gentle hands.
• Use kind words; apologize and repair after mistakes.

Self-Care & Independence

• Routines: hand-washing, toileting, snack clean-up.
• Put on coat/shoes; tidy learning space after activities.

Motor Skills

Gross Motor

• Hop, jump, balance, crawl, roll; simple obstacle paths.
• Throw/roll/catch with soft balls and beanbags.

Fine Motor

• Pinch, thread, squeeze, snip with safety scissors.
• Dough play, tweezers, pegboards, large beads.

Sensory Exploration

• Rice/bean bins, water play, texture trays (smooth/rough/soft).
• Sound jars, mystery bags for descriptive language.

For DBM’s complete scope and samples across grades, visit: https://www.dbmlearningacademy.com/compliance/general/compliance/curriculum.php