St. John's Early Literacy Preschool Ministry and Childcare

Practice time words: yesterday/today/tomorrow.

Use them during daily routines: “Yesterday we read this book. Tomorrow we’ll visit grandma.”

Explore early science outdoors.
Ask your child questions: “What do you think will happen?” “Why did that change?”

Help your child follow multi-step directions.

“Put the toy away → wash hands → choose a book.” This builds memory and readiness for kindergarten routines.

Learning how to stick with something that feels hard matters. When your child keeps trying, praise the effort — that persistence supports future learning.

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** Promote early science.**

Ask observation questions during outdoor play: “What do you notice?” “What changed since yesterday?”

Support your child’s communication.

Encourage them to explain how they completed a task or describe steps in a familiar routine.

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Explore shapes—flat and 3-D.

Encourage cognitive development and problem solving through activities where children try multiple approaches—like block building or puzzle work.

Fine motor practice supports writing readiness.

Encourage tracing, scissor cutting, beading, and playdough. Share a family-friendly activity idea.