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CLASSES SMALL WONDERS CLASSIC • Traditional 2.5 hour sessions for children ages 3–6 • Options for children 1 or 2 years before kindergarten • Choose from 2 to 4 days per week • Curriculum is a precursor to Lakeville ISD 194 kindergarten curriculum
Small Wonders Preschool offers age appropriate creative curriculum that captivates the children’s attention, creating a strong foundation for learning. The hands-on approach to preschool stimulates the learning process which encourages the children to imagine, discover, create, and learn. For students age 3-6 that are independently toilet trained. Small Wonders has many options to help families create a schedule that works with their busy life. Classes are offered at two convenient locations, The Crystal Lake Education Center (CLEC) located at 16250 Ipava Avenue and the Community Education Building (CEB) located at 8755 Upper 208th St. West.
Small Wonders
• Focuses on building social and motor skills, math readiness, communication, and reading/pre-reading skills
FIVE AND GROWING • An option for parents to give their child one more year of preschool before entering kindergarten • Focus is on developmental and intellectual needs of students who are age eligible for kindergarten
Hands-On Learning
Preschool views early childhood education as an essential foundation for the growth and development of children.
Preschool
ALL DAY ACADEMY • Full day preschool option for children 1 year before kindergarten • Classes meet Monday through Friday 9 am to 3 pm • Opportunities in language, math, art, science, dramatics, cooking, computers, music, movement and much more
WONDER ZONE • A collaborative program between Small Wonders and Wonder Zone (Crystal Lake Ed Center Only) • Part-Time or Full-Time child care options • Register with Small Wonders Preschool and Wonder Zone separately • Small Wonders registration info, call 952-232-3001. • Wonder Zone registration info, call 952-232-2157.
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Financial assistance is available for some early education programs. Contact Kim at 952-232-3009 for information.
Small Wonders Preschool 3’s Classic Preschool
(Two Years Before Kindergarten) Three and four year olds are naturally very curious about the world around them and they are capable of learning a great deal about its working. At Small Wonders, students will experience many developmentally appropriate activities. As cooperative play with friends emerges, teachers will help promote socialization and cooperation. Students will have plenty of hands-on opportunities to explore and learn from the world around them as teachers introduce kindergarten readiness skills in a fun, exciting, and developmentally appropriate way. For children 3 years old by Sept. 1, 2015. Register online or in person at CLEC, $100 non-refundable registration fee. Three’s Classic Preschool
Location
Monthly Payment
Yearly Tuition
Tu-Th am
9:00–11:30
CLEC or CEB
$145
$1305
Tu-Th pm
12:30–3:00
CLEC
$145
$1305
Mon-Wed am
9:00–11:30
CLEC
$145
$1305
Mon-Wed pm
12:30–3:00
CLEC
$145
$1305
Mon-Wed-Fri am
9:00–11:30
CLEC
$180
$1620
Mon-Wed-Fri pm
12:30–3:00
CLEC
$180
$1620
4’s & 5’s Classic Preschool (One Year Before Kindergarten)
Four & Five’s Classic Preschool
Location
Monthly Payment
Yearly Tuition
Tu–Th am
9:00–11:30
CLEC or CEB
$145
$1305
Tu-Th pm
12:30–3:00
CLEC
$145
$1305
Mon-Wed pm
12:30–3:00
CLEC
$145
$1305
Mon-Wed-Fri am
9:00–11:30
CLEC or CEB
$180
$1620
Mon-Wed-Fri pm
12:30–3:00
CLEC
$180
$1620
Tu-Wed-Th pm
12:30-3:00
CLEC
$180
$1620
Mon-Tu-Wed-Th am
9:00–11:30
CLEC
$235
$2115
Mon-Tu-Wed-Th pm
12:30-3:00
CLEC
$235
$2115
Preschool
Having already caught the passion for learning, four and five year old children are typically very excited and motivated to learn more. It will never again be this easy or this much fun to learn new concepts and skills. Each day the children have time to explore the classroom and cooperate with their classmates. In addition, learning centers, such as science, math, writing, process art and dramatic play, help the children to grow socially, emotionally and intellectually. Students will also capture knowledge through play and circle time. The hands-on-minds-on curriculum used at Small Wonders is a precursor to the curriculum being used for District 194 kindergarten students. It provides students with the foundational skills needed to be successful kindergartners and life long learners. For children 4 years old by Sept. 1, 2015.
Registration Fee, Tuition Fee and Refunds: The non-refundable $100 registration fee
and September 2015 tuition are due with registration. September tuition will be refunded if we receive notification to withdraw from Small Wonders on or before July 31, 2015. All tuition fees are non-refundable after July 31, 2015. Monthly tuition will be collected one month in advance. A $25 late fee will be assessed for late monthly payments received after the 10th of each month.
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Small Wonders Preschool Five and Growing This class focuses on the developmental and intellectual needs of students who are age eligible for kindergarten by emphasizing active learning experiences and self expression. Five and Growing is designed for self-discovery of information related to the different school subjects. It is for the older student who is ready to explore more in-depth cognitive learning and independent problem-solving skills. This program will provide the children with the curriculum, material, and experiences necessary to enter kindergarten, ready to meet new challenges. Five and Growing offers parents an option to give their child one more year of early learning before kindergarten. For children 5 years old by Sept. 1, 2015. 5 & Growing Preschool Mon-Tu-Wed-Th-Fri am
9:00–11:30
Location
Monthly Payment
Yearly Tuition
CLEC
$285
$2565
Preschool
Small Wonders All Day Academy Small Wonders All Day Academy is a full day preschool option for children one year before kindergarten. This class is offered Monday through Friday 9:00-3:00, with both mornings and afternoons consisting of 2.5 hours of kindergarten readiness curriculum. Small Wonders uses the Houghton Mifflin curriculum, a precursor to the curriculum used by Lakeville kindergarten teachers. This helps to ensure a smooth transition from preschool to kindergarten. Learning Centers include language, math, art, science, dramatics, cooking, computers, music, movement. Parents can provide a peanut free lunch for their child or a school lunch can be purchased for an additional fee. (More information regarding school lunches will be available at our fall open house.) For children 4 years old by Sept. 1, 2015. Register online or in person at CLEC, $100 non-refundable registration fee. All Day Academy Mon through Fri
Location
Monthly Payment
Yearly Tuition
CLEC
$745
$6705
9:00–3:00
Wonder Zone Provides part-time or full-time child care options with Small Wonders Preschool sessions for preschool children ages 3-6. We’ve upgraded for you!
Last March we upgraded to a new registration system called FeePay that offers you more access, more capabilities and more options. For information on how to set up your account profile and register for classes or programs, see page 67.
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Small Wonders Preschool Culvers Day: Second Monday of each month (Be sure to mention Small Wonders when ordering)
Small Wonders Preschool Lunch Bunch
A great way to make the FUN last longer! Monday, Wednesday or Friday only.
This program is offered for children participating in our morning Monday, Wednesday and Friday preschool classes and afternoon enrichment classes. Kids in the Kitchen will be held Monday’s 12:30-3:00 pm. LEAP (Literacy Enrichment at Preschool) will be held Wednesday’s 12:30-3:00 pm. School of Science will be held on Friday’s 12:30-3:00 pm. Lunch Bunch is a program designed to give your child an opportunity to build their social learning, develop self help skills, and build relationships with new friends. Lunch Bunch will only be available at the Crystal Lake Education center. Lunch Bunch will be available for $10 per day. This fee does not include lunch. Parents may send a peanut-free lunch or pre-purchase a school lunch.
Kids in the Kitchen
For students ages 3-6 that are independently toilet trained. Pre-registration is required. Call 952-232-3001 to register.
Sign up monthly for this hands-on class for 3-6 year olds! Each week the children help prepare the snack as well as explore new foods. All food is peanut-free. (Includes cooking supplies and snacks) Monday Afternoons from 12:30-3:00 pm at the Crystal Lake Education Center. This class includes: • Introduction to food safety • Lessons focusing on healthy choices • Practice using manners and table expectations • Helping name and prepare fresh and cooked foods • Explore and taste foods from countries around the world
Preschool
September: Apples
Join us as we celebrate apple season in Minnesota! We will cook up a variety of apple recipes and focus on apple themed stories. September 14, 21, 28 $55/3 sessions
October: Not-So-Spooky Snacks
Spiders, bats, monsters and mummies – join us to celebrate the silly side of the season. We’ll cook up snacks that will make you smile! October 5, 12, 19, 26 $70/4 sessions
November: Harvest Picks
This month we will learn about what it means to harvest our food. We’ll give thanks for the variety of healthy foods that our local farmers have worked so hard to grow and create healthy recipes! November 2, 16, 30 $55/3 sessions
December: Holiday Treats
This month we will discover the fun of baking and cooking during the holiday season. We’ll focus on the joy of sharing and giving to others as we prepare treats! December 7, 14, 21 $55/3 sessions
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NEW ENRICHMENT CLASS!! LEAP! “Literacy Enrichment At Preschool” Your preschooler is invited to join us as we learn about a new Author each month. We’ll read, sing and rhyme together as we discover a variety of stories that are sure to inspire continued reading beyond our classroom walls! This enrichment class will reinforce reading readiness skills, pre-writing skills and early mathematical concepts that will ignite your child’s love of learning! For students ages 3-6 that are independently toilet trained.
Wednesday Afternoons from 12:30-3:00 pm at the Crystal Lake Education Center:
Preschool
September
Eric Litwin stories Sept. 16, 23, 30 This month we’ll meet Pete, the groovy blue cat that likes movin’ and groovin’. We’ll sing along with his stories and allow positive messages to remind us to keep our cool, no matter what. $50/3 sessions
October
Eric Carle stories Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28 We’ll introduce preschoolers to the classic stories and illustrations of Eric Carle and connect his literature to our lives in ways that are meaningful and fun! $65/4 sessions
November
David Shannon stories Nov. 4, 11, 18 All kids can relate to David Shannon’s famous character, David, who is often making silly choices that get him into trouble! We’ll explore a variety of Shannon’s literature that children will want to read again and again! $50/3 sessions
Register online @ https://isd194.feepay.com
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December
Mo Willems stories Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 This award-winning author has written the familiar Don’t Let the Pigeon series, and relatable Knuffle Bunny stories that will allow readers to laugh, learn and be inspired to retell stories beyond our classroom setting. $65/4 sessions
Small Wonders Preschool Small Wonders School of Science
Young children are naturally curious explorers who are eager to discover information about the world around them. Children learn scientific concepts by exploring observing and investigating materials and ideas. These experiences provide the foundation for abstract and scientific thought. Science concepts are encompassed throughout the key areas of early learning; for example, children use pretend play to explore and manipulate materials, creative arts to discover a variety of ways to express their ideas, and literacy and language arts to research answers to questions. For
students ages 3-6 that are independently toilet trained.
Friday afternoons,12:30-3:00 pm at the Crystal Lake Education Center:
• Experiment with the properties of matter (hard, soft, float, sink, solid, liquid). • Use our five senses to observe, explore, and experiment with scientific phenomena (hands-on science). • Uses simple tools (eye droppers, magnifying glasses) to explore and gather information. • Investigate by collecting, describing, and recording information.
September
October
November
December
September 11, 18, 25 $50/3 sessions
October 2, 9, 23, 30 $65/4 sessions
November 13, 20 $35/2 sessions
December 4, 11, 18 $50/3 sessions
My Healthy Body
Fall Explorations
Ready for Winter
Minnesota Environment
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Preschool
Small Wonders Preschool has earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) - the nation’s leading organization of early childhood professionals. We’re proud to have earned the mark of quality from NAEYC, and to be recognized for our commitment to reaching the highest professional standards. NAEYC accreditation lets families in our community know that children in Small Wonders are getting the best early learning experiences possible. To earn NAEYC accreditation, Small Wonders went through an extensive self-study process, measuring the program and its services against the 10 NAEYC Early Childhood Program Standards and more than 400 related accreditation criteria. The program received NAEYC accreditation after an on-site visit by NAEYC assessors to ensure that the program meets each of the ten program standards, receiving 100 percent ratings in all of the standards. In the 30 years since NAEYC accreditation was established, it has become a widely recognized sign of high-quality early childhood education. More than 7,000 programs are currently accredited by NAEYC approximately 8 percent of all preschools and other early childhood programs. “It’s a lengthy and rigorous process to achieve NAEYC Accreditation, and Small Wonders should be commended for seeking high standards,” said Rhian Evans Allvin, executive director of NAEYC. “Teaching children is not ‘rocket science’ – it’s brain science. Studies prove that the brain connections made in the first few years of life set a child’s path for success in school and in life. That’s why quality educators are so crucial. For parents and caregivers of young children who are searching for a high-quality early learning experience, Small Wonders Preschool NAEYC Accreditation is a sign that it offers a high-quality education in a nurturing and stimulating environment.”
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