Math (core) – Qualities of numbers up to 100; introduction to the four operations of arithmetic- addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; counting, Roman numerals.
English Language Arts (core) – Formal introduction to letters, writing and reading through story, images and phonics; fairy tales from around the world; poetry recitation, speech, spelling, simple sentences.
History and Social Studies (core) – Multicultural stories, myths and legends.
Science – Nature stories, nature walks, observations, gardening, seasonal changes.
Environmental Stewardship (core) – Stories of nature teach students about their unique place in the ecosystem and their personal ability to affect change.
Music (core) – Singing, pentatonic flute (develops finger coordination, concentration, and breath control.)
Art (core) – Form drawing, painting (emphasizing an experience of working with color rather than creating formed pictures), beeswax modeling; crayon illustrations.
Performing Arts (core) – Class play that originates from the curriculum.
World Language(s) (core) – Japanese is taught through plays, songs, rhythms, and games.
Handwork (core) – Knitting (promotes eye-hand coordination, fine motor skills, visual tracking skills, and sequencing.)
Games/Movement/Health (core) – Gross motor movement such as skipping, hopping, galloping, starting and stopping are practiced; and matching these movements to pace and rhythm.