Temple City, CA
Young People's Village

"Our school reflects the philosophy that early childhood years are for fun and for a great deal of learning and discovery. It recognizes that growth is a sequential and orderly process through predictable stages of development. Our responsibility is to understand these developmental stages and to offer a program that will nurture and facilitate the growth of each child to his/her highest potential. Childhood is a journey, not a race. Our academic/social approach promotes academic skills within the context of the child€™s everyday activities and experiences. We encourage active exploration and inquiry. We value creativity and diversity. We nurture and expand the skills your child will need to face the future"
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"Circle and Story Time, which provide time for: Expression of ideas in a group setting, developing listening skills and taking turns, increasing vocabulary, developing an interest in and respect for good children's literature, developing skills for using books, gaining information, developing language and pre-reading skills

Activity time, which is designed to: Encourage the child to interact with peers, provide the child with problem-solving, situations appropriate to his/her developmental stage, teach the child cooperation, teach the child responsibility, allow the child the opportunity to express his/her creativity, build self-esteem through the satisfaction of achievement, provide activities that meet the learning needs of children in all areas (social, emotional, intellectual and physical), provide play-oriented, hands-on activities that help children grow and learn in areas of initiative, problem solving, language, literacy, social relationships, large and small motor skills, logic and mathematics

Outside Play: Develop and improve his/her coordination, balance and physical fitness, Release energy, Enjoy being outdoors, Encourage social interaction and play.

Quiet Activities: Focus and gain a feeling of self control, gain an appreciation/understanding for specific activities

Snack Time/Lunch Time: Develop the ability to eat independently, practice informal conversation, associate eating with positive experiences, and be exposed to a variety of foods.

Music Time: Experience the joy of singing, learn diverse songs, express feelings, moods and thoughts through song, develop a feeling of rhythm and movement.

Creative Movement, which provides an opportunity for the child to: Develop coordination skills, follow directions, think and move creatively, work cooperatively with others

Small Group Experiences, which provide: Active learning in a small group setting with a balance of projects initiated by teachers and students that teach interaction, creativity and imagination
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