Programs
Educational Framework
Mary Bobb Learning Academy’s curriculum focuses on the following learning domains to ensure your child develops the 4Cs – Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, and Creativity. Developing these four skills will lead to learning independence and school readiness for your child.
The ‘Educational Framework’ is followed through the Foundation Skills of New York State Common Core, Early Learn NY, and Work Sampling of every child!
PERSONAL SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Self-Development:
Approaches to Learning, Self-Awareness, Personal Expression, and Confidence
Executive Function:
Working Memory, Planning & Organization, and Cognitive skills
Social Development:
Collaboration, Cooperation, Resolving Conflict, and Empathy
Home-School Connection:
Applying Knowledge, Understanding Progress & Development, and Communication & Connections
MATHEMATICAL THINKING
Operations & Algebraic Thinking:
Problem Solving, Equating, and Operations
Understanding Numbers:
Counting, Place Value, and Sequencing
Measurement & Data:
Rules of Measuring, Comparison, Time & Money, and Interpretation
Geometry:
Knowledge of Shapes and Reasoning with Shape & Attributes
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Inquiry:
Methods of Inquiry, Collection & Analysis, Reasoning
Scientific Thinking:
Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, and Predicting
Areas of Science:
Biology, Earth & Space, Natural Science, Environment, and Matter & Energy
Using Technology:
Purpose & Type, Creativity & Expression, Information & Communication, and Safe Use
LANGUAGE & LITERACY
Core Reading Skills:
Emergent Reading, Key Ideas & Details, and Integration of Knowledge
Language Development:
Vocabulary, Listening Skills, Verbal Expression, and Standards of English
Phonological Awareness:
Phonics, Print Knowledge, Word Recognition, and Fluency
Written Expression:
Text Type & Purpose, Production, Expression, and Presentation
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
Gross Motor Skills:
Movement & Direction, Speed & Balance, and Fitness & Exercise
Sportsmanship:
Following Directions, Understanding Consequences, Games & Sports Play
Healthy Habits:
Following Rules, Safety, Nutrition, Self-Help, and Hygiene
Fine Motor Skills:
Writing, Drawing & Painting, Manipulation, and Hand-Eye Coordination
CREATIVE EXPRESSION
Creative Development:
Types of Media, Colors & Shapes, Expression in Media, and Art & Artists
Music & Movement:
Dance, Songs & Singing, Instruments, Sounds & Symbols, and Music in Culture
Dramatic Expression:
Storytelling, Acting & Role Playing, and Performance & Media
Blocks & Sculpture:
Creative Sculpture, Design, and Building
SOCIAL STUDIES
Families & Community:
Relationships, Jobs & Community, and Economics
Government:
Citizenship, Rules & Responsibility, and Rights & Voting
History & Culture:
Traditions & Observances, History & Events, and Cultures & Languages
Geography:
Maps, Countries & Continents, Natural Resources, and Geographic Concepts
Learn more about our programs by visiting their individual pages:
Early Childhood
Elementary
