Arrive Opening Activity
Hands-on activities
Fine motor skills (Examples: cutting, pasting, lacing, etc)
Imagination and Creative Building (Examples: dinosaur bones, tape, magnifying glass, etc.) |
8:30-8:45 |
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Quran Circle
Memorizing short surahs
Learning to recognize Arabic letters |
8:45-9:15 |
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Learning Centers
Arts and Craft
Colors, shapes, and numbers
Letter and sound recognition
Teachers assist children in developing social skills
Standing Centers(Blocks,Dramatic Play,Writing Center)
Teachers play with children and offer one-on-one assistance
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8:45-9:15 |
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Snack Time
Duas and etiquette
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10:15-10:30 |
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Outdoor Time, Yoga, and Nature Walk
Focus on Large Motor Skills
Outdoor hiking
Basketbal
Water play
Sand toys
Gardening
Free play in the mud with rocks and twigs
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10:30-11:30 |
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Group Story Time
The teacher …
Entertains students
Teaches students how to treat books and how to behave while being read to
Encourages students to fall in love with reading and with being read to
Helps students understand the different parts that make up a book and the different people who help create a book
Exposes students to age-appropriate, high quality, classic picture books written and illustrated by famous authors and artists
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11:30-12:00 |
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Lunch and Chores
Students help teachers set-up and prepare lunch
Learn dua for before and after eating
Learn Islamic etiquette of eating
Learn about the benefits of healthy and spiritual eating
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12:00-12:45 |
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Closing Circle
Reflections
Transition to dismissal
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12:45-12:55 |
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Pick Up for Half Day Students
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12:55 |
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Nap/Rest Time for Extended Care
Children do not have to sleep but must rest quietly
Children who awaken early may quietly read books
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1:00-3:00 |
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Rise and Shine Time
Children put away bedding with assistance from teachers
Bathroom Break
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3:00-3:15 |
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Snack Time
Duas and etiquette
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3:15-3:30 |
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Table Activities and Games
Printing, tracing, and cutting activities
Perceptual motor skills
Puzzles and playdough
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3:30-3:55 |
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Pickup
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4:00 |