Mother Goose Time
Curriculum Standards
Mother Goose Time Preschool Curriculum Standards outlines the content benchmarks we follow when writing our daily lesson plans and designing preschool activities. Mother Goose Time preschool curriculum supports the social, emotional and cognitive skill development in young children.
Mother Goose Time Curriculum Content Standards and Benchmarks
Domain I - Language Development
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LD 1.1 |
Shows progress in understanding and following a two- to three-step process |
| LD 1.2 |
Demonstrates an understanding of conversations, stories and songs |
| LD 1.3 |
Develops auditory discrimination |
| LD 1.4 |
Demonstrates attentive listening behaviors |
| LD 1.5 |
Responds to oral questions with coherent ideas |
| LD 1.6 |
Uses and interprets nonverbal cues in communication strategies |
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LD 2.1 |
Uses developmentally appropriate language to convey needs, ideas and emotions |
| LD 2.2 |
Progresses in abilities to respond appropriately in groups (taking turns, asking questions, active listening) |
| LD 2.3 |
Initiates conversations with peers and adults |
| LD 2.4 |
Progresses in pronunciation and speaking in sentences, connecting two or more ideas with increased length and complexity |
| LD 2.5 |
Uses language to describe objects, places and experiences |
| LD 2.6 |
Retells recent and past experiences |
| LD 2.7 |
Demonstrates acquisition of new words and attempts to use them in context throughout the day |
| LD 2.8 |
Begins to explore different languages and types of communication such as American Sign Language and Spanish |
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Domain II - Literacy
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L 1.1 |
Explores letter/sound connections |
| L 1.2 |
Participates in rhymes and explores word families |
| L 1.3 |
Shows growing awareness of beginning and ending sounds of words |
| L 1.4 |
Demonstrates auditory discrimination of separate syllables |
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L 2.1 |
Models reading behavior such as holding the book correctly and turning pages |
| L 2.2 |
Develops visual discrimination |
| L 2.3 |
Differentiates between letters, numbers and pictures |
| L 2.4 |
Demonstrates alphabetic knowledge |
| L 2.5 |
Makes sense of print/words, recognizing that a word is formed by a group of letters |
| L 2.6 |
Begins to understand that words combined together make a sentence |
| L 2.7 |
Recognizes varying forms of print |
| L 2.8 |
Uses left-to-right and top-to-bottom direction of text |
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L 3.1 |
Responds to literature with enjoyment and independently looks at books |
| L 3.2 |
Explores and participates in storytelling |
| L 3.3 |
Recalls information from stories in sequential order |
| L 3.4 |
Understands that a book has a title and an author and illustrator |
| L 3.5 |
Answers story-related questions and asks relevant questions |
| L 3.6 |
Uses picture cues to predict story events |
| L 3.7 |
Applies phonic strategies to sound out words and read phrases |
| L 3.8 |
Develops understanding that people read for a variety of purposes |
| L 3.9 |
Connects events from literature to real-life experiences |
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L 4.1 |
Observes and mimics the writing process |
| L 4.2 |
Uses scribbles, drawings, shapes and letter-like symbols to represent thoughts, stories and ideas |
| L 4.3 |
Manipulates writing utensils, strengthens fine motor skills and practices eye-hand coordination to form letters and numbers |
| L 4.4 |
Expresses ideas or stories through dictation |
| L 4.5 |
Develops understanding that writing is a way of communicating for a variety of purposes |
| L 4.6 |
Begins to match sounds with letters |
| L 4.7 |
Explores inventive spelling |
| L 4.8 |
Begins to copy, write and recognize own name |
| L 4.9 |
Attempts to read their sentences from their written work or use of word cards |
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Domain III - Mathematics
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M 1.1 |
Begins to identify numbers 1 through 10 and beyond |
| M 1.2 |
Begins to count in numerical order |
| M 1.3 |
Demonstrates one-to-one correspondence |
| M 1.4 |
Explores the relationships between numbers and quantities |
| M 1.5 |
Begins to use math vocabulary such as more, less, greater than, fewer, equal to, next to, first, last and other instructional vocabulary |
| M 1.6 |
Begins to understand simple addition and subtraction |
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M 2.1 |
Identifies, creates and copies a simple pattern |
| M 2.2 |
Develops basic sequencing skills |
| M 2.3 |
Sorts, matches and classifies common attributes |
| M 2.4 |
Begins to understand that objects can be used for comparison |
| M 2.5 |
Explores with and discusses graphing activities |
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M 3.1 |
Begins to recognize, identify and draw basic shapes |
| M 3.2 |
Recognizes shapes in the environment |
| M 3.3 |
Develops ability to put together and take apart shapes |
| M 3.4 |
Explores symmetry |
| M 3.5 |
Discovers and explores spatial relationships |
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M 4.1 |
Manipulates and explores measurement tools |
| M 4.2 |
Experiments with basic concepts of measurement |
| M 4.3 |
Develops an understanding that events can be ordered according to sequence (months, days of the week, seasons and vocabulary such as yesterday, today and tomorrow) |
| M 4.4 |
Makes predictions and estimations during measurement activities |
| M 4.5 |
Begins to develop concepts of time using tools such as calendars and clocks |
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M 5.1 |
Manipulates and begins to identify different types of money M 5.2 Begins to understand the concepts of earn, save, spend and give |
| M 5.3 |
Begins to understand concepts of needs and wants, making choices and setting simple goals |
| M 5.4 |
Explores the concept of fair trade |
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M 6.1 |
Recalls from memory |
| M 6.2 |
Uses reasoning strategies to solve problems |
| M 6.3 |
Creates independent solutions to a problem |
| M 6.4 |
Develops and applies critical thinking skills |
| M 6.5 |
Connects new concepts to concepts already known |
| M 6.6 |
Progresses in ability to set goals, and develop and complete plans |
| M 6.7 |
Attempts to put puzzles together |
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Domain IV - Science
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S 1.1 |
Recognizes and identifies the four seasons |
| S 1.2 |
Develops an awareness and knowledge of weather |
| S 1.3 |
Gains understanding of how weather affects people, plants and animals |
| S 1.4 |
Develops awareness of vocabulary associated with weather |
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S 2.1 |
Identifies living things and explains their basic needs |
| S 2.2 |
Observes and explores the concept of change in people, plants and animals, and their environments |
| S 2.3 |
Discriminates and classifies between living and nonliving things using appropriate vocabulary |
| S 2.4 |
Builds awareness of the life cycle |
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S 3.1 |
Develops an awareness and appreciation of the environment |
| S 3.2 |
Practices habits of recycling and reusing |
| S 3.3 |
Begins to explore cause and effect relationships with regards to the environment |
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S 4.1 |
Experiments with the structure and property of matter and its behavior |
| S 4.2 |
Explores the concept of change in nonliving things |
| S 4.3 |
Identifies a variety of forces such as gravity, push and pull |
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S 5.1 |
Asks questions, makes predictions and shares ideas about inferred and observed phenomena |
| S 5.2 |
Explores science using five senses to make educated guesses |
| S 5.3 |
Explores and manipulates basic science tools (magnifying glass, eyedropper) |
| S 5.4 |
Develops tactile discrimination by exploring a variety of textures |
| S 5.5 |
Uses the scientific process to investigate |
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S 6.1 |
Observes and classifies materials |
| S 6.2 |
Uses science vocabulary to describe findings |
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S 7.1 |
Understands that a keyboard types words, letters and numbers |
| S 7.2 |
Explores how simple machines work |
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Domain V - Physical Health
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PH 1.1 |
Practices healthy hygiene habits |
| PH 1.2 |
Develops an awareness of nutrition and healthy life choices |
| PH 1.3 |
Participates in food preparation |
| PH 1.4 |
Develops an appreciation of their body |
| PH 1.5 |
Develops in physical growth, strength and flexibility |
| PH 1.6 |
Engages in activities that encourage physical fitness |
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PH 2.1 |
Practices safety rules |
| PH 2.2 |
Communicates feelings about health and safety |
| PH 2.3 |
Develops ability to differentiate between safe and dangerous behavior |
| PH 2.4 |
Develops strategies for problem solving in emergency situations |
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PH 3.1 |
Develops hand muscle strength, control and dexterity |
| PH 3.2 |
Develops eye-hand coordination |
| PH 3.3 |
Explores and manipulates tools such as pencils, paintbrushes, scissors and crayons |
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PH 4.1 |
Develops balance and control when moving in ways such as jumping, running, walking and climbing |
| PH 4.2 |
Demonstrates coordination when throwing, catching, swinging and kicking |
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Domain VI - Creative Arts
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CA 1.1 |
Participates in a process of planning, creating and appreciating art |
| CA 1.2 |
Explores color, line, shape, form and texture |
| CA 1.3 |
Discovers an appreciation of the process of creating an artistic project |
| CA 1.4 |
Cultivates artistic abilities using various mediums |
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CA 2.1 |
Participates in songs, rhymes and poems |
| CA 2.2 |
Uses songs, rhymes and poems to enhance language development |
| CA 2.3 |
Develops critical thinking skills through music exploration |
| CA 2.4 |
Explores patterns of rhythm and beat |
| CA 2.5 |
Experiments with everyday objects to create sounds |
| CA 2.6 |
Explores expression of feelings through music and movement |
| CA 2.7 |
Discovers, compares and develops an appreciation of a variety of music genres |
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CA 3.1 |
Follows two- to three-step directions while participating in movement activities |
| CA 3.2 |
Participates in cross-lateral transfer activities |
| CA 3.3 |
Demonstrates body control by responding to tempo changes such as fast or slow and stop and go |
| CA 3.4 |
Demonstrates ability to move body parts in a rhythmic pattern |
| CA 3.5 |
Uses dance or movement to creatively interpret music or feelings |
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CA 4.1 |
Participates in dramatic play activities |
| CA 4.2 |
Utilizes a variety of objects in dramatic play, exhibiting growth in imagination and creativity |
| CA 4.3 |
Incorporates individual ideas in dramatic play |
| CA 4.4 |
Explores components of dramatic play |
| CA 4.5 |
Discriminates between reality and fantasy |
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Domain VII - Social and Emotional Development
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SE 1.1 |
Uses appropriate social behavior (self-regulation, interactions with peers and adults, follows rules, and respects the property of others and self) |
| SE 1.2 |
Demonstrates growing confidence in personal abilities and self-direction |
| SE 1.3 |
Demonstrates an ability to make independent choices and express personal preferences |
| SE 1.4 |
Demonstrates knowledge of self and others |
| SE 1.5 |
Discovers how personal actions affect others and begins to accept consequences |
| SE 1.6 |
Demonstrates ability to negotiate open-ended questions and tasks |
| SE 1.7 |
Negotiates transitions and routines with a developmentally appropriate attention span |
| SE 1.8 |
Displays satisfaction with completed tasks |
| SE 1.9 |
Utilizes conflict resolution and problem solving skills |
| SE 1.10 |
Initiates learning activities with a positive attitude |
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SE 2.1 |
Develops positive classroom relationships with peers and adults |
| SE 2.2 |
Demonstrates appropriate classroom behaviors (sharing, taking turns, cooperation) |
| SE 2.3 |
Participates in group activities |
| SE 2.4 |
Initiates interactions with peers and adults |
| SE 2.5 |
Communicates with others regarding personal feelings and experiences |
| SE 2.6 |
Politely asks and gives help to peers and adults |
| SE 2.7 |
Grows in eagerness to learn about and discuss a growing range of topics, ideas and tasks |
| SE 2.8 |
Identifies family members and develops awareness of individual roles in the family |
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Domain VIII - Social Studies
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SS 1.1 |
Begins to understand the relationship between places and locations |
| SS 1.2 |
Demonstrates appreciation and respect for the environment and world |
| SS 1.3 |
Develops an awareness of diverse cultures and traditions |
| SS 1.4 |
Begins to recognize that each person is unique in traits, abilities and personality |
| SS 1.5 |
Develops an awareness of the global world through maps and discussions |
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SS 2.1 |
Develops an awareness of roles and careers |
| SS 2.2 |
Creates simple representations of home, school and community environments by making maps or drawings |
| SS 2.3 |
Recognizes symbols found in their environment such as traffic signals and railroad crossing signs |
| SS 2.4 |
Begins to understand object positions and vocabulary such as up, down, around, behind, etc. |
| SS 2.5 |
Develops an understanding and awareness that history is about events, people and places from the past |
| SS 2.6 |
Uses behaviors of good citizenship to promote a positive sense of community |
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