I read an article today about a study that was completed and determined that sending children to pre-school was in fact beneficial, but felt that more should be offered for those children. It was found that the teachers did a good job at teaching the children some aspects of literacy. However, it was also recommended that there be a stronger emphasis on "vocabulary and exercises that build self-control". The researchers found that those students who spent two years in a pre-K program did better in literacy. I have a 6-year-old niece that spent two years in a pre-K montessori program. I think that the program was beneficial in a couple of different reasons. First of alll, the teachers did work with the children in terms of literacy skills. This in itself is an important aspect of any educational program. However, one of the other major impacts that these programs have is the socialization. Children need to learn to cooperate with others and how to behave in social settings. By sending children to these pre-K programs, I feel that younger children can attain these skills, along with others, which will give them a jump start when they do hit kindergarten.
Article: Pre-School Benefits
My four year-old twins are in pre-school and it is amazing to see how much they have learned. There have been many things I have taught them, but sometimes it takes an outside source and other kids before they really take an interest in it. My son loves learning his letters and is constantly writing his name evrywhere and my daughter draws pictures and loves to sing the alphabet.
ReplyDeleteI believe preschool is so very important. Both of my sons spent two years in preschool.Students in the 3-year-old program went 2 days a week while 4-year-olds went 3 days a week. While some literacy skills were practiced, socialization was a huge component, like sharing and taking turns. Teaching in the district where my sons went to preschool, all of these students are at the top of their classes. Their academics are high and they are very nice, respectful youth.
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