Montana Content Standards (Pre-K)

Main Criteria: Montana Content Standards
Secondary Criteria: ReadyRosie
Subject: Early Childhood Education
Grade: Ages 3-5
Correlation Options: Show Correlated

Montana Content Standards
Early Childhood Education
Grade: Ages 3-5 - Adopted: 2014
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.1.Emotional and Social
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Culture, Family, and Community
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 1.1.Culture: Children develop an awareness of and appreciation for the similarities and differences between themselves and others.
EXPECTATION 1.1.a.Distinguish primary caregiver from others.

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Behavior is a form of communication
You are your child's first teacher
EXPECTATION 1.1.b.Notice others’ physical characteristics.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
EXPECTATION 1.1.c.Interact with diverse groups and individuals.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
EXPECTATION 1.1.d.Know poems, songs, and stories from a variety of cultures and people, including his or her own family.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why is storytelling important?
Why should we tell family stories?
EXPECTATION 1.1.f.Demonstrate awareness and appreciation for own cultural background and heritage.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Photos
Family Talent Show
How Many Feet?
Tips for storytelling: Story ideas
EXPECTATION 1.1.g.Ask questions about other children and adults.

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Color Word Sentences
Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Listening for Sounds
Phone Fun
Why should we tell family stories?
EXPECTATION 1.1.h.Demonstrate respect for similarities and differences.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
EXPECTATION 1.1.i.Describe differences between people in different ages and stages.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
EXPECTATION 1.1.j.Demonstrate knowledge as well as awareness and appreciation for own culture.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Photos
Family Talent Show
How Many Feet?
Tips for storytelling: Story ideas
EXPECTATION 1.1.k.Recognize stereotypes that are culturally or linguistically unfair as well as other biased behaviors.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Funny Faces
Grandparent Storytime
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
Why should we tell family stories?
EXPECTATION 1.1.l.Demonstrate awareness, knowledge, and appreciation for another culture.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.1.Emotional and Social
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Culture, Family, and Community
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 1.2.Family: Children develop an awareness of and appreciation for the functions, contributions, and diverse characteristics of families.
EXPECTATION 1.2.b.Show preference for and seek comfort from a familiar adult.

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Behavior is a form of communication
You are your child's first teacher
EXPECTATION 1.2.e.Respond when approached by an unfamiliar adult.

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My Address
EXPECTATION 1.2.f.Identify family members verbally and through gestures.

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Tips for storytelling: Story ideas
EXPECTATION 1.2.g.Describe family members’ roles and responsibilities and their contribution to the function of the family.

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My Address
EXPECTATION 1.2.i.Identify oneself as a member of a family and describe her family in a variety of ways.

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My Address
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.1.Emotional and Social
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Culture, Family, and Community
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 1.3Community: Children develop an understanding of the basic principles of how communities function, including work roles and commerce.
EXPECTATION 1.3.e.Play the role of different family or community members.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
EXPECTATION 1.3.f.Demonstrate a beginning awareness of the function of money and commerce.

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Making a Grocery List
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.1.Emotional and Social
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Emotional Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 1.4.Self-Concept: Children develop an awareness and appreciation of themselves as unique, competent, and capable individuals.
EXPECTATION 1.4.a.Explore hands and feet with fascination.

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Follow the Leader
Jump to It
Rock Toss
EXPECTATION 1.4.c.React to hearing his or her own name.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Talent Show
I Remember When
If You're Happy & You Know It
EXPECTATION 1.4.d.Recognize own body as belonging to self.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Talent Show
Follow the Leader
I Remember When
If You're Happy & You Know It
Jump to It
Rock Toss
EXPECTATION 1.4.e.Show pleasure or pride when achieving a skill.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Talent Show
I Remember When
If You're Happy & You Know It
EXPECTATION 1.4.f.Use the words, “me” and “mine” to claim his or her property.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
EXPECTATION 1.4.g.Name different body parts.

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Follow the Leader
Jump to It
Rock Toss
EXPECTATION 1.4.i.Describe personal preferences and interests.

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Book Selection
Selecting Books
Using a Menu to Order
What's for Dinner?
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.1.Emotional and Social
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Emotional Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 1.5.Self-Efficacy: Children demonstrate a belief in their abilities.
EXPECTATION 1.5.c.Show likes and dislikes.

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Book Selection
Selecting Books
Using a Menu to Order
What's for Dinner?
EXPECTATION 1.5.f.Accept and adjust when things do not go his way.

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How should I handle temper tantrums?
Talking About Your Feelings
EXPECTATION 1.5.g.Accept and adjust when things do not go his way.

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How should I handle temper tantrums?
Talking About Your Feelings
EXPECTATION 1.5.i.Exhibit independence.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.1.Emotional and Social
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Emotional Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 1.6.Self-Regulation: Children manage their internal states, feelings, and behavior, and develop the ability to adapt to diverse situations and environments.
EXPECTATION 1.6. a.Fuss or cry when hungry, tired, wet, or over-stimulated.

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Book Selection
Selecting Books
Using a Menu to Order
What's for Dinner?
EXPECTATION 1.6.b.Calm and relax when comforted.

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Behavior is a form of communication
You are your child's first teacher
EXPECTATION 1.6.c.Develop increasing consistency in sleeping, eating, and waking patterns.

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Grocery Store Conversations
Putting Away the Groceries
EXPECTATION 1.6.d.Follow a few consistently set rules and routines.

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How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
EXPECTATION 1.6.e.Rely on adults for reassurance and help in controlling feelings and behaviors.

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How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
Talking About Your Feelings
EXPECTATION 1.6.f.Strive for independence.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 1.6.g.Recognize own needs and take steps to fulfill them.

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All Done
Decorating Cupcakes
How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
Is my child overscheduled?
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 1.6.i.Show empathy for others when he or she sees the consequences of his or her actions.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
EXPECTATION 1.6.j.Participate in developing program rules and guidelines for group games and interactive play and pay attention when rules are not followed.

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How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.1.Emotional and Social
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Emotional Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 1.7.Expression of Emotions: Children express a wide and varied range of feelings through their facial expressions, gestures, behaviors, and words.
EXPECTATION 1.7.a.Release tension and get needs met by fussing, crying, babbling, yawning, laughing, or trembling.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
EXPECTATION 1.7.c.Shift attention away from a distressing event to manage emotions.

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All Done
Decorating Cupcakes
How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
Is my child overscheduled?
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 1.7.d.Use gestures, words, or facial expressions to communicate feelings and seek help in order to calm him or herself.

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Funny Faces
How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
EXPECTATION 1.7.e.Use words and dramatic play to describe, understand, and control impulses and feelings.

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All Done
Decorating Cupcakes
Funny Faces
How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
If You're Happy & You Know It
Is my child overscheduled?
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
Talking About Your Feelings
EXPECTATION 1.7.f.Respond to another’s emotional reactions.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
EXPECTATION 1.7.g.Seek adult assistance for help resolving strong emotions.

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Funny Faces
How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
EXPECTATION 1.7.h.Associate emotions with words and facial expressions and communicate his or her feelings.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
EXPECTATION 1.7.i.Express a deeper and wider range of emotions.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
EXPECTATION 1.7.j.Modify behaviors and emotions based on the environment and situation.

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All Done
Decorating Cupcakes
How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
Is my child overscheduled?
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.1.Emotional and Social
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Social Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 1.8.Interaction with Adults: Children show trust, develop emotional bonds, and interact comfortably with adults.
EXPECTATION 1.8.c.Demonstrate feeling safe with familiar adults.

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Behavior is a form of communication
You are your child's first teacher
EXPECTATION 1.8.d.Respond appropriately to familiar adults’ greetings.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 1.8.e.Respond to requests made by familiar adults.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 1.8.f.Use pretend play as a way of making sense of relationships.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Tips for helping your child love reading
Toy Stories
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.1.Emotional and Social
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Social Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 1.9.Interaction with Peers: Children interact and build relationships with peers as they expand their world beyond the family and develop skills in cooperation, negotiation, and showing empathy.
EXPECTATION 1.9.b.Respond to the emotions and actions of other children.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
EXPECTATION 1.9.c.Interact with familiar peers.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
EXPECTATION 1.9.d.Play side by side with another child.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
EXPECTATION 1.9.e.Participate in turn-taking when assisted by an adult.

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How can I stop my kids from fighting?
EXPECTATION 1.9.f.React to another child’s attempts to take away a toy, and look to an adult for assistance.

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How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
EXPECTATION 1.9.g.Prefer certain playmates and develop warm bonds with peers.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
EXPECTATION 1.9.h.Negotiate play with small groups of Children.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
EXPECTATION 1.9.i.Cooperate with others.

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How can I stop my kids from fighting?
EXPECTATION 1.9.j.Use problem-solving strategies when conflicts arise with peers.

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How can I stop my kids from fighting?
Talking About Your Feelings
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.2.Physical
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Physical Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 2.1.Fine Motor Skills: Children develop small muscle strength, coordination, and skills.
EXPECTATION 2.1.c.Exhibit a variety of small motor skills.

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Alphabet Clapping
Detailed Drawing of a Face
Drumming Sounds
Finger Shapes
Jump Rope Letters
Mirror, Mirror
Setting the Table
Shaving Cream Shapes
Silverware Alphabet
Thank You Note
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 2.1.d.Scribble with a crayon or marker.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
Thank You Note
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 2.1.f.Perform increasingly more sophisticated actions requiring eyehand coordination.

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Alphabet Clapping
Detailed Drawing of a Face
Drumming Sounds
Finger Shapes
Jump Rope Letters
Mirror, Mirror
Setting the Table
Shaving Cream Shapes
Silverware Alphabet
Thank You Note
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.2.Physical
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Physical Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 2.2.Gross Motor Skills: Children develop large muscle strength, coordination, and skills.
EXPECTATION 2.2.e.Demonstrate skills to move in the Environment.

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Follow the Leader
Jump to It
Rock Toss
EXPECTATION 2.2.g.Demonstrate increased ability to use skills requiring balance.

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Follow the Leader
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.2.Physical
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Physical Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 2.3.Sensorimotor Development: Children use all the senses to explore the environment and develop skills through sight, smell, touch, taste, and sound.
EXPECTATION 2.3.c.Calm with assistance.

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How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
EXPECTATION 2.3.f.Demonstrate an awareness of her body in space.

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Follow the Leader
Jump to It
Rock Toss
EXPECTATION 2.3.g.Practice sensory integration.

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Grocery Store Conversations
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.2.Physical
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Health, Safety, and Personal Care
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 2.4.Daily Living Skills: Children demonstrate personal health and hygiene skills as they develop and practice basic care routines.
EXPECTATION 2.4.a.React to participation in daily routines.

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How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
EXPECTATION 2.4.c.Indicate needs and wants.

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Behavior is a form of communication
EXPECTATION 2.4.f.Communicate with an adult when not feeling well.

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Behavior is a form of communication
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.2.Physical
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Health, Safety, and Personal Care
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 2.5.Nutrition: Children eat and enjoy a variety of nutritional foods and develop healthy eating practices.
EXPECTATION 2.5.a.Eat to satisfaction.

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Grocery Store Conversations
Putting Away the Groceries
EXPECTATION 2.5.b.Explore foods with fingers.

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Grocery Store Conversations
Putting Away the Groceries
EXPECTATION 2.5.d.Consume appropriate amounts of healthy beverages.

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Grocery Store Conversations
Putting Away the Groceries
EXPECTATION 2.5.e.Participate in meals.

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Grocery Store Conversations
Putting Away the Groceries
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.2.Physical
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Health, Safety, and Personal Care
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 2.6.Physical Fitness: Children demonstrate healthy behaviors that contribute to lifelong well-being through physical activity.
EXPECTATION 2.6.a.Attempt new large and small motor activities.

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Alphabet Clapping
Detailed Drawing of a Face
Drumming Sounds
Finger Shapes
Jump Rope Letters
Mirror, Mirror
Setting the Table
Shaving Cream Shapes
Silverware Alphabet
Thank You Note
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.2.Physical
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Health, Safety, and Personal Care
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 2.7.Safety Practices: Children develop an awareness and understanding of safety rules as they learn to make safe and appropriate choices.
EXPECTATION 2.7.a.Show a preference for familiar people and recognize the difference between familiar people and strangers recognize the positive feelings experienced during and after physical activity.

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Behavior is a form of communication
You are your child's first teacher
EXPECTATION 2.7.b.Respond to cues from a caregiver regarding obvious signs of danger or previous warnings.

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My Address
EXPECTATION 2.7.c.Respond to warnings and redirection for unsafe behaviors and situations, although not consistently.

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My Address
EXPECTATION 2.7.d.Recognize rules and follow basic safety instructions.

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How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
My Address
EXPECTATION 2.7.e.Identify who has hurt or made him or her feel bad.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
Thank You Note
EXPECTATION 2.7.f.Understand and anticipate potential consequences of disregarding rules.

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All Done
Decorating Cupcakes
How can I get my child to listen to me?
How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
Is my child overscheduled?
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 2.7.g.Recognize and describe the reasons for rules.

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How do I get my child to______?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
EXPECTATION 2.7.i.Control or appropriately express intense emotions most of the time.

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All Done
Decorating Cupcakes
Funny Faces
How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
If You're Happy & You Know It
Is my child overscheduled?
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
Talking About Your Feelings
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.3.Communication
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Communication and Language Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 3.1.Receptive Communication: Children use listening and observation skills to make sense of and respond to spoken language and other forms of communication. Children enter into the exchange of information around what they see, hear, and experience. They begin to acquire an understanding of the concepts of language that contribute to learning.
EXPECTATION 3.1.a.React to familiar voices, sounds, words, facial expressions, and gestures.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 3.1.b.React to simple, familiar words and actions.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 3.1.c.Respond to simple “where” questions with words, gestures, or actions.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 3.1.d.Follow simple one-step directions related to her immediate and visible context.

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Follow My Design
Follow the Leader
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Making Patterns
Making Trail Mix
Mirror, Mirror
Mystery Bag
Rhyming Purse
Sequences of Sounds
Shopping for Clothes
Sink or Swim
EXPECTATION 3.1.e.Use one or two words to respond to “what,” “who,” “whose,” and “where” questions in context.

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Finding the Groceries
How Many Can You Name?
I Spy an Animal
Mystery Bag
EXPECTATION 3.1.f.Respond to songs, rhymes, or stories.

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Finish the Rhyme
Hopping Rhyming
If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
EXPECTATION 3.1.g.Follow a two-step interrelated direction.

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Follow My Design
Follow the Leader
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Making Patterns
Making Trail Mix
Mirror, Mirror
Mystery Bag
Rhyming Purse
Sequences of Sounds
Shopping for Clothes
Sink or Swim
EXPECTATION 3.1.h.Demonstrate an understanding of words that describe spatial concepts.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 3.1.i.Use and respond to “how,” “why,” and “when” questions appropriately.

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Baby Photo Fun
Color Word Sentences
Why should we tell family stories?
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
EXPECTATION 3.1.j.Follow three and four-step directions.

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Follow My Design
Follow the Leader
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Making Patterns
Making Trail Mix
Mirror, Mirror
Mystery Bag
Rhyming Purse
Sequences of Sounds
Shopping for Clothes
Sink or Swim
EXPECTATION 3.1.k.Focus on the meaning of words to enhance understanding and build vocabulary.

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Comparing Vegetables
Following Directions
Grocery Store Conversations
How can I help my child learn new words?
I'm Thinking of an Animal
Kitchen Labeling
Pantry Talk Description
Predicting Vocabulary
Silent Opposites
Sink or Float
Take Away
Think About It
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.3.Communication
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Communication and Language Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 3.2.Expressive Communication: Children develop skills in using sounds, facial expressions, gestures, and words for a variety of purposes, such as to help adults and others understand their needs, ask questions, express feelings and ideas, and solve problems.
EXPECTATION 3.2.b.Make sounds or signs in response to people and the environment.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 3.2.d.Combine words and gestures.

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Finding the Groceries
How Many Can You Name?
I Spy an Animal
Mystery Bag
EXPECTATION 3.2.f.Respond to simple requests or comments with non-verbal or verbal answer.

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Baby Photo Fun
Color Word Sentences
Why should we tell family stories?
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
EXPECTATION 3.2.g.Use single words to communicate.

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Finding the Groceries
How Many Can You Name?
I Spy an Animal
Mystery Bag
EXPECTATION 3.2.h.Ask others to label unfamiliar objects.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Phone Fun
EXPECTATION 3.2.i.Produce two-word phrases.

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All Mixed Up
EXPECTATION 3.2.k.Use multi-word phrases and full sentences.

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Family Photos
Pantry Talk Description
Phone Fun
Who Should We Ask?
EXPECTATION 3.2.l.Express feelings with words.

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Finding the Groceries
Funny Faces
How Many Can You Name?
I Spy an Animal
If You're Happy & You Know It
Mystery Bag
Talking About Your Feelings
EXPECTATION 3.2.m.Initiate and participate in conversations with peers and adults.

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Color Word Sentences
If You're Happy & You Know It
Pantry Talk Description
Phone Fun
Taking Turns
Who Should We Ask?
EXPECTATION 3.2.n.Use increasingly longer sentences.

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All Mixed Up
Pantry Talk Description
EXPECTATION 3.2.o.Demonstrate correct grammar usage more consistently.

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All Mixed Up
EXPECTATION 3.2.p.Use new words.

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Finding the Groceries
How Many Can You Name?
I Spy an Animal
Mystery Bag
EXPECTATION 3.2.q.Relate a story or event with increasing detail and coherence.

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Putting Away the Groceries
Table Riddles
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.3.Communication
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Communication and Language Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 3.3.Social Communication: Children develop skills that help them interact and communicate with others in effective ways.
EXPECTATION 3.3.b.Respond when name is said.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 3.3.e.Respond to speech by attending to who is speaking.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Pantry Talk Description
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 3.3.h.Demonstrate turn-taking in play and conversation.

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Choosing the Right Voice
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 3.3.i.Use language appropriately with different audiences.

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Grocery Store Conversations
Pantry Talk Description
What's the Opposite?
Zoo in My Room
EXPECTATION 3.3.k.Adjust intonation and volume of speech for a variety of settings.

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Choosing the Right Voice
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.3.Communication
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Communication and Language Development
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 3.4.English Language Learners: Children develop competency in their home language while becoming proficient in English.
EXPECTATION 3.4.c.Follow simple directions in home language or in English.

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Follow My Design
Follow the Leader
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Making Patterns
Making Trail Mix
Mirror, Mirror
Mystery Bag
Pantry Talk Description
Rhyming Purse
Sequences of Sounds
Shopping for Clothes
Sink or Swim
EXPECTATION 3.4.d.Speak in short phrases in English.

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All Mixed Up
Pantry Talk Description
EXPECTATION 3.4.f.Adjust communication form for the audience.

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Choosing the Right Voice
Taking Turns
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.3.Communication
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Literacy
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 3.5.Early Reading and Book Appreciation: Children develop an understanding, skills, and interest in the symbols, sounds, and rhythms of written language as they also develop interest in reading, enjoyment from books, and awareness that the printed word can be used for various purposes.
EXPECTATION 3.5.b.React when being read a book.

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Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
EXPECTATION 3.5.c.Explore books with mouth and hands.

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Funny Reading
EXPECTATION 3.5.d.Maintain attention when being read a book.

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Grandparent Storytime
I Remember When
Making Trail Mix
My Favorite Part
Reading a Book for the Second Time
Why should we tell family stories?
EXPECTATION 3.5.e.Vocalize when being read a book.

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Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
EXPECTATION 3.5.f.Choose familiar books and repeat words or vocalizations in books.

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Getting Information from Pictures
Just the Facts
EXPECTATION 3.5.g.Point at or name objects, animals, or people in pictures, books or drawings.

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Picture Walk Predictions
Retelling the Story
EXPECTATION 3.5.i.Purposefully explore books with respect to proper position and use.

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Funny Reading
EXPECTATION 3.5.j.Demonstrate interest in books and reading.

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Getting Information from Pictures
EXPECTATION 3.5.k.Repeat simple songs, rhymes, or stories.

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Finish the Rhyme
Hopping Rhyming
If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
EXPECTATION 3.5.l.Use books, magazines, and other printed materials to enhance play.

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Tips for helping your child love reading
EXPECTATION 3.5.m.Recognize print or symbols in the neighborhood, community, and environment.

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Shopping for Clothes
EXPECTATION 3.5.n.Demonstrate an understanding that print progresses from left to right.

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Funny Reading
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Stuffed Animal Sentences
Stuffed Animal Stories
Words on the Page
EXPECTATION 3.5.o.Identify the title of a book.

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Funny Reading
EXPECTATION 3.5.p.Demonstrate an understanding that letters make up words, words make up sentences, and sentences make up stories.

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Color Word Sentences
Looking for Letters in Ads
Reading with Jack and Jill
Sentence Segmenting
Starting a Word Bank
Words on the Page
EXPECTATION 3.5.q.Sustain attention to increasingly longer books and stories.

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Getting Information from Pictures
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.3.Communication
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Literacy
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 3.6.Print Development/Writing: Children develop interest and skills in using symbols as a meaningful form of communication.
EXPECTATION 3.6.a.Experiment with grasp.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
Thank You Note
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 3.6.b.Watch others write and draw.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Thank You Note
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 3.6.c.Scribble on paper spontaneously.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
Thank You Note
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 3.6.f.Imitate others who are writing or drawing shapes.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Thank You Note
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 3.6.g.Demonstrate controlled linear scribbles.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
Thank You Note
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 3.6.h.Write letters, letter-like shapes, and inventive words.

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Jump Rope Letters
Making a Grocery List
Silverware Alphabet
Weekend News
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 3.6.i.Use print in play.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Making a Grocery List
Thank You Note
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 3.6.j.Demonstrate an understanding that print holds meaning and that thoughts and ideas can be written down.

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Kitchen Labeling
Morning Message
My Address
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Shopping for Clothes
Starting a Word Bank
Stuffed Animal Stories
Weekend News
EXPECTATION 3.6.k.Form letters to approximate conventional forms.

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Jump Rope Letters
Making a Grocery List
Silverware Alphabet
Weekend News
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 3.6.l.Write his or her own name.

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Making a Grocery List
Using a Menu to Order
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.3.Communication
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Literacy
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 3.7.Print Concepts: Children develop an understanding that print carries a message through symbols and words, and that there is a connection between sounds and letters (the alphabetic principle).
EXPECTATION 3.7.a.Show interest when stories are read.

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Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
EXPECTATION 3.7.b.Imitate sounds when looking at words in a book.

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Getting Information from Pictures
Just the Facts
EXPECTATION 3.7.c.Point to words in the book.

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Kitchen Labeling
Morning Message
My Address
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Shopping for Clothes
Starting a Word Bank
Stuffed Animal Stories
EXPECTATION 3.7.d.Demonstrate an understanding that print represents words.

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Chime In
Color Word Sentences
Kitchen Labeling
Morning Message
My Address
Reading the Grocery List
Reading with Jack and Jill
Shopping for Clothes
Starting a Word Bank
Stuffed Animal Stories
EXPECTATION 3.7.e.Respond to print in the environment.

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Shopping for Clothes
EXPECTATION 3.7.f.Demonstrate an awareness that letters of the alphabet can be individually named.

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Jump Rope Letters
Letter Hunt
Letter Sort
Magnetic Letter Mix Up
Making Letter Soup
Name Game
Point the ABC Song
Reading the Grocery List
Searching for Sounds at the Store
Shopping for Clothes
Silverware Alphabet
Stomp the Letter
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 3.7.g.Identify letters.

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Jump Rope Letters
Letter Hunt
Letter Sort
Magnetic Letter Mix Up
Making Letter Soup
Name Game
Point the ABC Song
Reading the Grocery List
Searching for Sounds at the Store
Shopping for Clothes
Silverware Alphabet
Stomp the Letter
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 3.7.h.Match letters and their sound.

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Frog Hopping
Listen My Children
Reading the Grocery List
Searching for Sounds at the Store
Shopping for Clothes
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.3.Communication
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Literacy
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 3.8.Phonological Awareness: Children develop an awareness of the sounds of letters and the combination of letters that make up words and use this awareness to manipulate syllables and sounds of speech.
EXPECTATION 3.8.a.Respond to the sound of spoken language.

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Color Word Sentences
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down
EXPECTATION 3.8.b.Imitate sounds in stories, songs, and rhymes.

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Finish the Rhyme
Hopping Rhyming
If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
EXPECTATION 3.8.d.Imitate rhyming patterns.

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Finish the Rhyme
Hopping Rhyming
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
EXPECTATION 3.8.e.Discriminate and identify sounds in spoken language.

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Color Word Sentences
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down
EXPECTATION 3.8.f.Demonstrate an increased awareness of beginning and ending sounds of words.

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Listen My Children
Making a Grocery List
Signaling for Sounds
Swinging to Sounds
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down
EXPECTATION 3.8.g.Demonstrate progress in rhyming words.

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Finish the Rhyme
Hopping Rhyming
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Reading with Jack and Jill
Rhyming Purse
Rhyming Toss
Rhyming with Jack and Jill
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Twinkle, Twinkle Rhymes
EXPECTATION 3.8.h.Hear and separate words into syllables.

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Frog Hopping
Grocery Sack Syllables
Sequences of Sounds
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Approaches to Learning
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.1.Curiosity: Children develop imagination, inventiveness, originality, and interest as they explore and experience new things.
EXPECTATION 4.1.a.Notice and imitate gestures.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 4.1.c.Attend to and examine small objects.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 4.1.d.Investigate how things move.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 4.1.e.Ask simple questions.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Phone Fun
EXPECTATION 4.1.f.Show interest in new activities.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 4.1.g.Study materials to find how they work.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 4.1.h.Ask more complex questions.

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Color Word Sentences
Listening for Sounds
Phone Fun
EXPECTATION 4.1.i.Develop personal interests.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Approaches to Learning
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.2.Initiative and Self-Direction: Children develop an eagerness to engage in new tasks and to take risks in learning new skills or information.
EXPECTATION 4.2.b.Engage familiar adults and children in interactions.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
EXPECTATION 4.2.c.Express a desire to take care of self.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
Family Talent Show
I Remember When
If You're Happy & You Know It
EXPECTATION 4.2.d.Approach tasks and activities with increased flexibility, imagination and inventiveness.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 4.2.h.Plan and achieve a goal.

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Celebrate Learning
Setting Summer Learning Goals
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Approaches to Learning
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.3.Persistence and Attentiveness: Children develop the ability to focus their attention and concentrate to complete tasks and increase their learning.
EXPECTATION 4.3.d.Explore objects by repeating and varying the approach.

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Lazy Letters
Little Bo Peep Substitutions
EXPECTATION 4.3.e.Exhibit increased attention span with chosen activities.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 4.3.g.Persist in meeting a challenge, despite distractions or frustrations.

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Celebrate Learning
Drumming Sounds
How should I handle temper tantrums?
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
Talking About Your Feelings
EXPECTATION 4.3.h.Sustain attention when peers or adults are the focus of the activity.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 4.3.i.Work on a task that extends over a period of time.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Approaches to Learning
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.4.Reflection and Interpretation: Children develop skills in thinking about their learning in order to inform future decisions.
EXPECTATION 4.4.d.Experiment with play materials using familiar approaches with new objects.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 4.4.e.Alter present behavior based on past results (or lack of results).

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All Done
Decorating Cupcakes
How can I get my child to listen to me?
How should I handle temper tantrums?
Is my child overscheduled?
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 4.4.i.Use a variety of methods to express thoughts and feelings.

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Funny Faces
If You're Happy & You Know It
Talking About Your Feelings
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Reasoning and Representational Thought
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.5.Reasoning and Representational Thought: Children develop skills in causation, critical and analytical thinking, problem solving, and representational thought.
EXPECTATION 4.5.g.Try several methods to solve a problem before asking for assistance.

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Celebrate Learning
My Age
Shape Changers
Sink or Swim
Taking Turns
EXPECTATION 4.5.h.Notice and describe how items are the same or different.

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Putting Away the Groceries
Table Riddles
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Creative Arts
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.6.Creative Movement and Dance: Children produce rhythmic movements spontaneously and in imitation, with growing technical and artistic abilities.
EXPECTATION 4.6.c.Use body for self-expression.

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Follow the Leader
Jump to It
Rock Toss
EXPECTATION 4.6.f.Move with balance and coordination.

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Follow the Leader
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Creative Arts
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.7.Drama: Children show appreciation and awareness of drama through observation and imitation, and by participating in simple dramatic plots, assuming roles related to their life experiences as well as their fantasies.
EXPECTATION 4.7.b.Imitate familiar actions.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
EXPECTATION 4.7.e.Imitate real life experiences in play.

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In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Pretending Together
Stuffed Animal Stories
Toy Stories
EXPECTATION 4.7.f.Role-play using stories from books, poems, or imaginary themes including the elements of drama, such as character, place, theme, and idea.

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Making Connections PreK
Text to Self Connections
EXPECTATION 4.7.g.Engage in cooperative peer play in which there is a shared purpose.

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Building Houses
Family Talent Show
Keep It Up
Taking Turns
Who has the Biggest Number?
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Creative Arts
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.8.Music: Children engage in a variety of musical or rhythmic activities with growing skills for a variety of purposes, including enjoyment, self-expression, and creativity.
EXPECTATION 4.8.c.Respond to rhythms, songs, and different elements of music.

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If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
EXPECTATION 4.8.f.Sing along to familiar songs.

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If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
EXPECTATION 4.8.g.Change vocalizations to accommodate the tempo (fast/slow) and dynamics (soft/loud) of music.

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If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
EXPECTATION 4.8.h.Experiment with musical words and sounds.

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If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
EXPECTATION 4.8.i.Imitate and produce rhythmic patterns to familiar songs.

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If You're Happy & You Know It
Itsy Bitsy Spider Illustrations
Sliding to Nursery Rhymes
Why should I sing to my baby?
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Creative Arts
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.9.Visual Arts: Children demonstrate a growing understanding and appreciation for the creative process as they use the visual arts to express personal interests, ideas, and feelings, and share opinions about artwork and artistic experiences.
EXPECTATION 4.9.d.Demonstrate interest in shapes, textures, and colors.

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Building Houses
Grocery Store Conversations
Pantry Sort 1
Pantry Sort 2
EXPECTATION 4.9.e.Mark paper with drawing tools.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 4.9.f.Experiment with a variety of art materials and develop increasing ability to use art media.

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Detailed Drawing of a Face
May I Take your Order?
Mirror, Mirror
Shaving Cream Shapes
Three Ways to Show a Number
Using a Menu to Order
Writing Names with Shaving Cream
EXPECTATION 4.9.g.Use different colors, surface textures, and shapes to create form and meaning.

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Building Houses
Grocery Store Conversations
Pantry Sort 1
Pantry Sort 2
EXPECTATION 4.9.j.Create and appreciate works of art representing cultural lifestyles.

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Family Photos
Family Talent Show
Grandparent Storytime
Why should we tell family stories?
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Mathematics and Numeracy
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.10.Number Sense and Operations: Children develop the ability to think and work with numbers to understand their uses, and describe numerical relationships through structured and everyday experiences.
EXPECTATION 4.10.a.Understand the concept of “more” in reference to food and play.

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Acorns and Pinecones
Cereal Challenge
Make a Tower of Ten
More than Ten
Slap One More
Who has the Biggest Number?
EXPECTATION 4.10.b.Use simple numerical concepts in everyday experiences.

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Find My Number
Lily Pad Hop
Magazine Number Hunt
May I Take your Order?
Numbers Everywhere
Special Day Countdown
Three Ways to Show a Number
EXPECTATION 4.10.c.Use names of a few numbers.

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Crazy Counting
Fruit Salad
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Old Are You?
Magazine Number Hunt
Numbers Everywhere
Rub a Dub Counting
EXPECTATION 4.10.e.Move from inventive counting to accurate rote counting.

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Block Tower
Domino Match-Up
Fruit Salad
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Keep It Up
More than Ten
Show Me
Taking Inventory
EXPECTATION 4.10.f.Count objects demonstrating one-to one correspondence and meaning.

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Apple Pie
Candy Sort and Graph
Counting Signs
Decorating Cupcakes
Fruit Salad
How Many Can I Grab?
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Lily Pad Hop
Measure your Steps
Penny Drop
The Number Stays the Same
Three Ways to Show a Number
Under the Cup
What's for Dinner?
EXPECTATION 4.10.g.Match numerals with the correct amount of objects.

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Acorns and Pinecones
Adding Ice
Block Tower
Domino Match-Up
Fruit Salad
How Many Feet?
How Many Steps to Bed?
How Many in the Car?
How Old Are You?
Keep It Up
More than Ten
Show Me
Taking Inventory
EXPECTATION 4.10.h.Set up simple addition and subtraction problems.

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All Done
Checkout Countdown
Decorating Cupcakes
How Many Feet?
In My Pond, Part 1
In My Pond, Part 2
Make a Tower of Ten
One Less
One More
Packing for Our Trip
Rock Toss
Three Little Animals
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Mathematics and Numeracy
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.11.Measurement: Children develop skills in using measurement instruments to explore and discover measurement relationships and characteristics, such as length, quantity, volume, distance, weight, area, and time.
EXPECTATION 4.11.a.Fill and empty containers.

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Fill Up the Cup
Making Trail Mix
Strawberries for a Picnic
EXPECTATION 4.11.b.Make simple comparisons.

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Bookcase Problem
Building Houses
Comparing Vegetables
Fill Up the Cup
Leap Frog Measure
Making Trail Mix
Measuring the Table
Near and Far
Strawberries for a Picnic
EXPECTATION 4.11.c.Arrange a few objects in order by size, with assistance.

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How Many Can I Grab?
EXPECTATION 4.11.f.Recognize time as a sequence of events that relates to the routines of daily life.

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All About My Day
Which Takes Longer?
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
EXPECTATION 4.11.g.Organize objects without assistance.

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Candy Sort and Graph
I Spy a Coin
I Spy an Animal
Letter Sort
Likely or Unlikely
Sort and Graph Leaves
Sorting Laundry
EXPECTATION 4.11.h.Estimate measurement characteristics of familiar objects or events.

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How Many Can I Grab?
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Mathematics and Numeracy
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.12.Data Analysis: Children apply mathematical skills in data analysis, such as counting, sorting, and comparing objects.
EXPECTATION 4.12.a.Group a few objects together by similarity.

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Candy Sort and Graph
I Spy a Coin
I Spy an Animal
Letter Sort
Likely or Unlikely
Sort and Graph Leaves
Sorting Laundry
EXPECTATION 4.12.b.Collect items that have common characteristics.

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Dino Dig
Sort and Graph Leaves
What's for Dinner?
EXPECTATION 4.12.c.Match, sort, put in order, and regroup objects using one or two attributes.

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Candy Sort and Graph
I Spy a Coin
I Spy an Animal
Letter Sort
Likely or Unlikely
Sort and Graph Leaves
Sorting Laundry
EXPECTATION 4.12.e.Identify how items in a group are similar.

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Cereal Challenge
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Mathematics and Numeracy
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.13.Algebraic Thinking: Children learn to identify, describe, produce, and create patterns using mathematical language and materials.
EXPECTATION 4.13.a.Imitate a series of simple actions with assistance.

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Making Patterns
My Age
Setting the Table
Sound Patterns
Speedometer Math
The Fence Problem
EXPECTATION 4.13.b.Classify, label, and sort familiar objects into a known group.

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Candy Sort and Graph
I Spy a Coin
I Spy an Animal
Letter Sort
Likely or Unlikely
Sort and Graph Leaves
Sorting Laundry
EXPECTATION 4.13.c.Recognize patterns using a variety of materials.

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My Age
Speedometer Math
EXPECTATION 4.13.d.Predict what comes next in a simple pattern.

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Making Patterns
My Age
Setting the Table
Sound Patterns
Speedometer Math
The Fence Problem
EXPECTATION 4.13.e.Reproduce simple patterns of concrete objects.

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Making Patterns
My Age
Setting the Table
Sound Patterns
Speedometer Math
The Fence Problem
EXPECTATION 4.13.g.Describe a sequence of events.

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All About My Day
Which Takes Longer?
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
CONTENT STANDARD / DOMAIN MT.4.Cognition
BENCHMARK / STANDARD Mathematics and Numeracy
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.14.Geometry and Spatial Reasoning: Children build the foundation for recognizing and describing shapes by manipulating, playing with, tracing, and making common shapes. Children learn spatial reasoning and directional words as they become aware of their bodies and personal space within the physical environment.
EXPECTATION 4.14.a.Develop an awareness of shapes.

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Building Houses
Pantry Sort 1
Pantry Sort 2
EXPECTATION 4.14.b.Move body and materials in space.

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Building Houses
Pantry Sort 1
Pantry Sort 2
EXPECTATION 4.14.c.Recognize and describe two-dimensional shapes.

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Finger Shapes
Guess My Shape
Mirror, Mirror
Shape Changers
Shape Hunt
Shaving Cream Shapes
Ways to Cut a Sandwich
EXPECTATION 4.14.d.Describe different two and three-dimensional shapes and name common characteristics.

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Building Houses
Finger Shapes
Guess My Shape
Mirror, Mirror
Pantry Sort 1
Pantry Sort 2
Shape Changers
Shape Hunt
Shaving Cream Shapes
Ways to Cut a Sandwich
EXPECTATION 4.14.e.Create geometric shapes.

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Building Houses
Pantry Sort 1
Pantry Sort 2
EXPECTATION 4.14.f.Use position words that indicate where objects are located in space.

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Bookcase Problem
Finding the Groceries
Follow My Design
Follow the Leader
Following Directions
Jump to It
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Mirror, Mirror
Near and Far
Race Car Transformations
Stuffed Animal Olympics
Treasure Map
EXPECTATION 4.14.g.Demonstrate an understanding of size and shape relationships.

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Finger Shapes
Guess My Shape
How Many Can I Grab?
Mirror, Mirror
Shape Changers
Shape Hunt
Shaving Cream Shapes
Ways to Cut a Sandwich
EXPECTATION 4.14.h.Experiment with mapping skills.

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Bookcase Problem
Finding the Groceries
Follow My Design
Follow the Leader
Following Directions
Jump to It
Little Miss Muffet Role Play
Mirror, Mirror
Near and Far
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Stuffed Animal Olympics
Treasure Map
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BENCHMARK / STANDARD Science
GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.15.Scientific Thinking and Use of the Scientific Method: As children seek to understand their environment and test new knowledge, they engage in scientific investigations using their senses to observe, manipulate objects, ask questions, make predictions, and develop conclusions and generalizations.
EXPECTATION 4.15.a.Observe objects and people in the environment.

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EXPECTATION 4.15.b.Use senses to examine objects in detail.

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EXPECTATION 4.15.c.Explore the features of materials, objects, and processes using all the senses.

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EXPECTATION 4.15.d.Identify similarities and differences among objects.

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EXPECTATION 4.15.e.Participate in simple teacher-initiated investigations to test observations, discuss and draw conclusions, and form generalizations.

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EXPECTATION 4.15.f.Collect, describe and record information through a variety of means.

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EXPECTATION 4.15.g.Develop procedures and thinking skills for investigating the world, solving problems, and making decisions.

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EXPECTATION 4.15.h.Formulate answers to own questions using the scientific method.

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GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.17.Physical Science: Children develop an understanding of the physical world (the nature and properties of energy, non-living matter, and the forces that give order to the natural world).
EXPECTATION 4.17.a.Use all of the senses to actively explore objects and their properties.

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EXPECTATION 4.17.f.Compare, contrast, and describe objects based upon their characteristics.

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GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.18.Earth and Space: Children develop an understanding of the earth and planets.
EXPECTATION 4.18.f.Demonstrate curiosity and ask questions about the earth, sun, or moon.

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EXPECTATION 4.18.g.Develop vocabulary for the natural features of the earth and sky.

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EXPECTATION 4.18.l.Make observations of the moon, sun, clouds, and sky, and record them over time.

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GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.19.Engineering: Children develop an understanding of the processes that assist people in designing and building.
EXPECTATION 4.19.g.Use a formalized design process of investigation, invention, implementation, and evaluation with guidance.

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EXPECTATION 4.19.h.Use a formalized design process of investigation, invention, implementation, and evaluation independently.

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GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.20.Time (History): Children develop an understanding of the concept of time, including past, present, and future as they are able to recognize recurring experiences that are part of the daily routine.
EXPECTATION 4.20.i.Use correct vocabulary for days of the week and names of the months, although not always correctly or in conventional order.

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GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.21.Places, Regions, and Spatial Awareness (Geography): Children develop an understanding that each place has its own unique characteristics. Children develop an understanding of how they are affected by—and the effect that they can have upon—the world around them.
EXPECTATION 4.21.f.Experiment with maps, compasses, globes, or navigational charts.

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EXPECTATION 4.21.h.Use a simple map.

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GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.22.The Physical World (Ecology): Children become mindful of their environment and their interdependence on the natural world; they learn how to care for the environment and why it is important.
EXPECTATION 4.22.a.Use all the senses to explore the environment.

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GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATION / BENCHMARK 4.23.Technology: Children become aware of technological tools and explore and learn to use these resources in a developmentally appropriate manner.
EXPECTATION 4.23.e.Use correct terms and vocabulary to describe technological tools and procedures.

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