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Curriculum
Based on Gardners Multiple Intelligences theory
Intelligence is based on multiple facets, in essence all children learn in different ways. Bright Futures blends linguistic (language skills), kinesthetic (large movement), sensorial (senses~ see, touch, taste, smell are important to this learner) spacial, musical, Inter and Intrapersonal (social and anti-social skills), and Naturalistic (caring about natural surroundings) skills daily to engage all types of learners.
The Whole Child Approach
Bright Futures Early Learning Center focuses on the child as a whole, working to provide guidance, the materials, and the environment for the child to grow socially, emotionally, physically, academically, and creatively. We also work towards making sure every child is healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged in his/her individual growth and development.
Children must be HEALTHY
Research has shown that children that are healthy both physically and mentally are better learners. Providing a positive environment along with properly balanced meal, hygiene education, and physically active activities is Bright Futures way of creating healthy learners.
Children must be SAFE
Safety is important and therefore the environment the children are in is regularly inspected and kept clean and in good repair. Also, clear rules and expectations are developed with the parents and children. Daily schedules are routine as well as flexible and all staff is trained in CPR, Bloodbourne Pathogens, and has a criminal background check. As well as infant/toddler teachers trained in SIDS and Shaken Baby Syndrome.
Children must be ENGAGED
Engaged children are interested children and interest children are intelligent children. Activities that are provided are hand on and active learning. It is our goal to provide experience that will not only introduce the topic but allow the children to see it, tough it, and discovering it for themselves. Independent discovery, as well as teacher inspired is out goals at BrightFuturesEarlyLearningCenter.
Children must be SUPPORTED & CHALLENGED
Each child grows and learns at different levels and pace. At Bright Futures Early Learning Center learning is specific to each child needs. fostering their individual learning as they grow. Each child will have individual activities that will challenge and support them to reach their potential.
Supporting the whole child mean working forward in a child’s growth and moving towards…
§ Independence and problem solving
§ The enjoyment of learning
§ The development of order, concentration, and coordination
§ Skills in oral communication
§ Respect for oneself, other people, and the planet
§ Responsible group membership
Curriculum Products Used
Zoo-Phonics: http://zoo-phonics.com/parents.html
Handwriting Without Tears: http://www.hwtears.com/parents
Bright Futures Early Learning Center focuses on the child as a whole, working to provide guidance, the materials, and the environment for the child to grow socially, emotionally, physically, academically, and creatively. We also work towards making sure every child is healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged in his/her individual growth and development.
Children must be HEALTHY
Research has shown that children that are healthy both physically and mentally are better learners. Providing a positive environment along with properly balanced meal, hygiene education, and physically active activities is Bright Futures way of creating healthy learners.
Children must be SAFE
Safety is important and therefore the environment the children are in is regularly inspected and kept clean and in good repair. Also, clear rules and expectations are developed with the parents and children. Daily schedules are routine as well as flexible and all staff is trained in CPR, Bloodbourne Pathogens, and has a criminal background check. As well as infant/toddler teachers trained in SIDS and Shaken Baby Syndrome.
Children must be ENGAGED
Engaged children are interested children and interest children are intelligent children. Activities that are provided are hand on and active learning. It is our goal to provide experience that will not only introduce the topic but allow the children to see it, tough it, and discovering it for themselves. Independent discovery, as well as teacher inspired is out goals at BrightFuturesEarlyLearningCenter.
Children must be SUPPORTED & CHALLENGED
Each child grows and learns at different levels and pace. At Bright Futures Early Learning Center learning is specific to each child needs. fostering their individual learning as they grow. Each child will have individual activities that will challenge and support them to reach their potential.
Supporting the whole child mean working forward in a child’s growth and moving towards…
§ Independence and problem solving
§ The enjoyment of learning
§ The development of order, concentration, and coordination
§ Skills in oral communication
§ Respect for oneself, other people, and the planet
§ Responsible group membership
Curriculum Products Used
Zoo-Phonics: http://zoo-phonics.com/parents.html
Handwriting Without Tears: http://www.hwtears.com/parents
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