Wimbledon Park Montessori School
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Wimbledon Park Montessori School |
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WPMS Curriculum Communication, Language and Literacy
When the child is confident with the sounds and shapes of the letters they progress to building and reading words. The reading of prose and poetry to the children helps to develop their understanding and appreciation of literature, and acts as a source of inspiration. Regular discussions during Circle Time help develop verbal communication and listening skills.
The use of computers further develops language and literacy, as well as Maths and Knowledge of the World, through suitable CD-Rom applications, acquainting the children with what has become a vital tool in our communication habits. |
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In
order to
develop writing and reading skills we first introduce the phonetic sound and the shape
of each letter. Much of the early work draws on the sensorial aspect of
teaching using letters which can be experienced with senses other than just
sight (e.g. the use of sand-paper symbols allows the child to trace the shape of
the letter with their finger). .JPG)
Emphasis is given to the importance of pencil control,
and when a child is ready they begin to learn how to write, initially by tracing
dotted letters, progressing to copying, and eventually writing on their own.
Colouring and a variety of art activities further encourage this fine motor
control.