Our Curriculum
Learning Through Play
At Alphabet Soup Preschool, we believe children learn best when they are actively engaged. Our approach is rooted in active participatory learning, where children discover through hands-on exploration, guided play, and meaningful interactions with teachers and peers. Every day offers opportunities for creativity, problem-solving, and growth across all areas of development.
Teachers and children are partners in the learning process. Through “intentional teaching,” our educators guide children with strategies that:
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Encourage curiosity and exploration
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Support social skills and conflict resolution
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Balance teacher-led activities with child-initiated play
This shared approach helps each child feel confident and supported as they learn and grow.
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Our classrooms are carefully arranged into interest areas that inspire discovery:
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Block & Building Area – Develops problem-solving, math, and spatial skills
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Dramatic Play Area – Encourages imagination and social interaction
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Reading & Writing Area – Builds early literacy and communication
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Science & Discovery Area – Sparks curiosity and hands-on investigation
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Art & Music Area – Promotes creativity and self-expression
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Sand & Water Area – Enhances sensory exploration and fine motor skills
Each space is designed to be welcoming, child-centered, and full of opportunities for exploration.
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Consistency helps children feel secure, while flexibility encourages exploration. Our daily routine includes:
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Greeting and Circle Time
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Small and Large Group Activities
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Center Exploration (art, math, science, writing, dramatic play)
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Music, Drama, and Sharing
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Outdoor Play for large motor development
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Story Time and Rest Time
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Nutritious Snacks and Lunch
This balance of structure and play gives children confidence while keeping each day fun and engaging.
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Our curriculum is built around key developmental indicators that support every aspect of growth:
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Language, Literacy & Communication – Strengthening early reading and writing
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Social & Emotional Development – Building empathy, cooperation, and self-confidence
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Physical Development, Health & Well-Being – Supporting small and large motor skills
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Arts & Music – Inspiring creativity, rhythm, and imagination
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Sciences & Math – Exploring patterns, problem-solving, and discovery
By blending all areas of development, we ensure children are well-prepared for kindergarten and beyond.
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Children at Alphabet Soup are encouraged to:
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Explore Materials – Abundant, open-ended materials spark curiosity.
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Make Choices – Selecting activities and play partners fosters independence.
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Express Ideas – Using language, art, and play to communicate.
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Collaborate With Teachers – Teachers scaffold learning by supporting, guiding, and extending children’s ideas.
This approach ensures children are not just absorbing information but actively creating their own knowledge.
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