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  • EL Social-Emotional Learning

    Social-Emotional Learning (K–5)

    Grades K–5 Year‐Long
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    Course Overview

    Build self-awareness, empathy, self-regulation & responsible choices.

    Self-Awareness & Management

    Identifying Emotions

    Feelings faces & coping strategies.

    Social Awareness & Relationships

    Empathy Building

    Perspective taking & active listening.

    Responsible Decision-Making

    Ethical Choices

    Fairness, honesty & community service.

  • EL Social Studies

  • EL Science

    Science (K–5)

    Grades K–5 Year‐Long
    0% Complete

    Course Overview

    Hands‐on scientific inquiry across life, physical, earth & space sciences.

    Scientific Practices & Inquiry

    Asking Questions & Observations

    Form hypotheses & record observations.

    Life Sciences

    Living vs. Nonliving

    Needs & habitats of living things.

    Life Cycles

    Plants & animal development stages.

    Physical Sciences

    Properties of Matter

    Solids, liquids & gases.

    Forces & Motion

    Push, pull & simple machines.

    Earth & Space Sciences

    Weather & Seasons

    Observe weather patterns.

    Solar System

    Planets & moon phases.

  • EL Mathematics

    Mathematics (K–5)

    Grades K–5 Year‐Long
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    Course Overview

    Number sense, operations, geometry, measurement, data analysis, and problem‐solving from K to 5.

    Number Sense & Ops (K–2)

    Counting & Place Value

    Counting to 100, ones & tens.

    Addition & Subtraction

    Strategies: doubles, make ten.

    Fractions & Decimals (3–4)

    Understanding Fractions

    Parts of a whole & equivalent fractions.

    Decimals to Hundredths

    Decimal place value & operations.

    Advanced Ops (4–5)

    Multi‐Digit Multiplication

    Standard algorithm & partial products.

    Fraction × ÷ Whole

    Applying fraction operations.

    Geometry & Measurement

    2D & 3D Shapes

    Classify shapes & solids.

    Area, Perimeter & Volume

    Calculate with formulas.

    Data & Probability

    Graphing

    Bar graphs, line plots, pictographs.

    Mean, Median, Mode

    Analyzing data & basic probability.

  • EL Language Arts

    Language Arts (K–5)

    Grades K–5 Year‐Long
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    Course Overview

    Build reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and oral communication from kindergarten through grade 5.

    Foundations of Reading (K–1)

    Phonemic Awareness & Phonics

    Letter sounds, blending, decoding words.

    Sight Words

    High-frequency word recognition.

    Developing Fluent Readers (2–3)

    Vocabulary Building

    Context clues & word mapping.

    Genre Exploration

    Fiction & nonfiction reading strategies.

    Advanced Reading & Critical Thinking (4–5)

    Theme & Character Analysis

    Deep dive into story elements.

    Research Skills

    Note-taking, citing sources.

    Writing Process & Conventions

    Narrative Writing

    Personal and fictional stories.

    Grammar & Editing

    Punctuation, spelling, peer review.

    Speaking & Listening

    Oral Presentations

    Show & tell, book reports.

    Media Literacy

    Analyzing videos & podcasts.

  • PREK Family & Home Connections

    Family & Home Connections

    Beginner Ongoing
    0% Complete

    Course Overview

    Strengthen learning at home with family projects, printable kits, and parent‐teacher collaboration to support each child’s progress.

    Lessons

    1. Family “All About Me” Poster

    Incomplete

    Create a poster with family photos and child’s favorites; share in class.

    2. Home Learning Kits

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    3. Parent Workshops & Check‐Ins

    Locked

    Activities

    Family Tree Craft

    Create a family tree using handprints or photos; discuss at home.

    Take-Home Science Experiment

    Conduct a simple experiment (e.g., sink or float) and share results.

    Parent-Child Reading Log

    Track books read together, then discuss at a weekly check-in.

    Resources

    Printable Learning Packets

    Make-and-do worksheets for reading, math, and science.

    Parent-Teacher Communication Guide

    Tips for effective at-home support and sharing progress.

    Monthly Progress Form

    Template for parents to fill out observations and achievements.

    Congratulations!

    You’ve completed the Family & Home Connections course.

  • PREK Technology & Digital Literacy

    Technology & Digital Literacy

    Beginner Ongoing
    0% Complete

    Course Overview

    Introduce safe, age‐appropriate use of tablets/computers, basic digital etiquette, and creative digital play.

    Lessons

    1. Basic Device Use

    Incomplete

    Learn how to turn a tablet/computer on and off, and use a touchscreen or mouse.

    2. Digital Etiquette & Screen Time

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    Activities

    Drawing with a Digital Paint App

    Use a simple tablet app to draw shapes and color.

    Interactive Story App

    Explore a choose‐your‐own adventure story on a tablet.

    Virtual Shape Matching Game

    Match shapes on a tablet screen in a drag‐and‐drop game.

    Resources

    Interactive Puzzle Website

    Link to a safe, ad-free puzzle site for preschoolers.

    Printable Mouse Practice Sheet

    Practice clicking and dragging with printed mouse exercises.

    Kid’s Keyboard Practice Video

    Short clip introducing keys and typing basics.

    Congratulations!

    You’ve completed the Technology & Digital Literacy course.

  • PREK Health, Safety, & Self-Care

    Health, Safety & Self-Care

    Beginner Ongoing
    0% Complete

    Course Overview

    Teach children basic hygiene, nutrition, and safety rules so they build healthy habits and stay safe at home and outdoors.

    Lessons

    1. Personal Hygiene

    Incomplete

    Practice handwashing steps, toothbrushing routine, and face washing.

    2. Nutrition & Healthy Eating

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    3. Safety Rules

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    Activities

    Germ Hunt

    Use a safe UV light to “find germs” on hands, then wash and check again.

    “Build a Healthy Plate” Craft

    Use magazine cutouts to assemble pictures of fruits, veggies, grains, protein, and dairy on paper plates.

    Safety Role-Play

    Act out scenarios: crossing the street safely, calling for help, and wearing a helmet.

    Resources

    Handwashing Steps Video

    Short clip demonstrating proper handwashing technique.

    Healthy Snack Recipe Cards

    Simple, child-friendly snack recipes.

    Safety Signs Printable

    Print posters of stop signs, crosswalk symbols, and emergency numbers.

    Well Done!

    You’ve completed the Health, Safety & Self-Care course.

  • PREK Social Studies & Community

  • PREK Science, Nature, & Exploration

    Science & Nature Exploration

    Beginner Ongoing
    0% Complete

    Course Overview

    Introduce children to living vs. non-living things, weather, plant growth, and the five senses through simple experiments and observations.

    Lessons

    1. Living vs. Non‐Living

    Incomplete

    Identify animals and plants versus rocks and toys in a sorting activity.

    2. Weather & Seasons

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    3. Plant Life & Growth

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    4. Exploring the Five Senses

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    Activities

    Nature Scavenger Hunt

    Find leaves, rocks, and flowers in your backyard or local park.

    Weather Dance

    Move like the wind, rain, or sun in a fun dance routine.

    Plant Observation Journal

    Draw daily changes in your planted seed bag; compare week to week.

    Resources

    Simple Science Experiment Videos

    Short clips showing basic experiments for preschoolers.

    Printable Nature Coloring Pages

    Color pages of animals, plants, and weather icons.

    Five Senses Poster

    Visual aid to identify body parts used for each sense.

    Great Work!

    You’ve completed the Science & Nature Exploration course.