{"id":12368,"date":"2022-06-20T16:52:10","date_gmt":"2022-06-20T11:22:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/?p=12368"},"modified":"2025-03-03T16:21:05","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T10:51:05","slug":"kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten\/","title":{"rendered":"What Kids Learn in Kindergarten: 10 Key Subjects and Skills"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-5d4e2c45-20b5-4218-bed0-a436b5ae8c6a\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\"\n                    data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\">\n                    <div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \"><ul><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten\/#1-1-reading-in-kindergarten->1. Reading in Kindergarten<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten\/#2-2-writing-in-kindergarten->2. Writing in Kindergarten<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten\/#3-3-language-development-communication-and-vocabulary-in-kindergarten->3. Language Development (Communication and Vocabulary) in Kindergarten<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten\/#4-4-math-in-kindergarten->4. Math in Kindergarten<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten\/#5-5-creative-arts-in-kindergarten->5. Creative Arts in Kindergarten<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten\/#6-6-physical-development-and-health->6. Physical Development and Health<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten\/#7-7-science-in-kindergarten->7. Science in Kindergarten<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten\/#8-8-social-studies-in-kindergarten->8. Social Studies in Kindergarten<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten\/#9-9-social-and-emotional-learning-in-kindergarten->9. Social and Emotional Learning in Kindergarten&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-curriculum-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten\/#10-10-extracurricular-activities-in-kindergarten->10. Extracurricular Activities in Kindergarten<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>In the United States, what kids learn in kindergarten differs by state, but key subjects typically include math, reading, writing, science, arts, and social studies. <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/extracurricular-activities-examples-for-kids-the-best-list\/\" title=\"\">Extracurricular activities<\/a> also play an important role in providing a well-rounded learning experience for kindergarteners.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"sllb-container\">\n    <!-- Left Part -->\n    <div class=\"sllb-left-part\">\n      <!-- Section 1 -->\n\t  <p class=\"sllb-h4\">Math & ELA | PreK To Grade 5<\/p>\n\n      <!-- Section 2 -->\n\t  \n      <p class=\"sllb-h2\">Kids see <span>fun<\/span>.<\/p>\n      <p class=\"sllb-h2\">You see real <span>learning outcomes<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n      <!-- Section 3 -->\n      <p>Watch your kids fall in love with math & reading through our scientifically designed curriculum.<\/p>\n\n      <!-- Section 4 -->\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/parents\/register\" class=\"sllb-cta-button sllb-cta1 sllb-blue\">Parents, try for free<\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/teachers\/register\" class=\"sllb-cta-button sllb-cta2 sllb-blue\">Teachers, use for free<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Right Part -->\n    <div class=\"sllb-right-part\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/web_ui\/assets\/images\/loggedout\/home\/mobile_image_banner-ada064cd2ffaa053213b.png\" alt=\"Banner Image\">\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A 2010 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsf.gov\/news\/news_summ.jsp?cntn_id=117493#:~:text=Taking%20into%20account%20all%20variation,to%20measure%20those%20effects%20well.%22\">study<\/a> found that a strong kindergarten education significantly impacts academic success and overall life achievements. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-age\/\">right age to start kindergarten<\/a> varies, but it typically welcomes kids between 4-6 years old\u2014some coming with a preschool experience, while for others, it&#8217;s their first time in a classroom setting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s another <a href=\"https:\/\/nces.ed.gov\/programs\/equity\/domain_a.asp#:~:text=%E2%80%9CThe%20first%205%20years%20of,from%20elementary%20to%20high%20school.\">report<\/a> that highlights the importance of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-readiness-checklist\/\">kindergarten readiness<\/a>. Children who enter kindergarten well-prepared have a clear advantage over those who aren\u2019t. So, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/first-day-of-kindergarten\/\">start your child\u2019s kindergarten journey<\/a> off right! Also, if your child didn\u2019t attend preschool, don\u2019t worry\u2014this blog can help them catch up and thrive: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/how-to-know-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-preschool\/\">What Do Kids Learn in Preschool: 7 Important Concepts &amp; Skills<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-what-is-taught-to-kids-in-kindergarten-\"><strong>What Is Taught to Kids in Kindergarten?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/how-to-teach-kindergarten\/\">Teaching kindergarten<\/a> involves careful preparation, lesson planning, and the right resources. The skills children learn in kindergarten can shape their entire educational journey. But what is taught in kindergarten? What are the crucial kindergarten topics? Let&#8217;s explore and take a closer look at essential things typically taught in kindergarten!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-1-reading-in-kindergarten-\"><strong>1. Reading in Kindergarten<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"444\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/reading-in-kindergarten.jpg\" alt=\"Reading and writing in kindergarten\" class=\"wp-image-36593\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/reading-in-kindergarten.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/reading-in-kindergarten-300x148.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/reading-in-kindergarten-768x379.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/reading-in-kindergarten-150x74.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/reading-in-kindergarten-696x343.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/reading-in-kindergarten-851x420.jpg 851w, https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/reading-in-kindergarten-324x160.jpg 324w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Kindergarteners develop reading skills at their own pace, and some may need extra time before formal reading instruction. It\u2019s important to make reading a fun, positive experience, not just an academic task. Kids should explore both stories and informational books to build a balanced foundation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-reading-level\/\">kindergarten reading level<\/a> is key to providing the right support. Make reading part of their daily routine with activities like reading aloud, sharing favorite books, partner reading, and simple literacy games. Engaging in lively discussions about stories also boosts their comprehension and keeps them excited about reading!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are essential topics that are typically covered in kindergarten reading instruction and fun learning activities you can use to kickstart your child\u2019s learning journey:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Learning the names of the letters of the alphabet.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) <strong>Alphabet Songs<\/strong>: Begin with fun alphabet songs (ABC rhymes).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) <strong>Alphabet Flashcards<\/strong>: Use letter flashcards and ask kids to name each one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) <strong>Interactive Alphabet Games:<\/strong> Play is a child&#8217;s natural way of learning. So, here are some interactive letter-matching games and memory games focusing on key skills, such as identifying letters, matching uppercase and lowercase letters, and mastering the alphabet sequence:<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-0\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Play and master the alphabet!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/can-you-find-the-uppercase-letter-a\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/case_carnival_1_2.png\" alt=\"Can You Find the Uppercase Letter A?\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Can You Find the Uppercase Letter A?<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/match-big-and-small-d\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/match_me_if_you_can_4.png\" alt=\"Match Big and Small D\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Match Big and Small D<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/find-the-letters-a-b-c-d\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/bubble_trouble_1.png\" alt=\"Find the Letters A, B, C &amp; D\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Find the Letters A, B, C &amp; D<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/time-to-match-l-m-n-o-p\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/match_me_if_you_can_30.png\" alt=\"Time to Match L M, N, O &amp; P\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Time to Match L M, N, O &amp; P<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/games\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-0\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const scrollRightArrow = container.querySelector(\".scroll-right-arrow\");\n\n            function adjustContainerStyles() {\n                const numCards = cards.length;\n\n                if (numCards === 1) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"30%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 2) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"50%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 3) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"75%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"\";\n                }\n            }\n\n            function checkScrollPosition() {\n                const maxScrollLeft = slidesContainer.scrollWidth - slidesContainer.clientWidth;\n                if ((slidesContainer.scrollLeft + 10) >= maxScrollLeft) {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"none\"; 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Use flashcards or sing songs emphasizing letter sounds, like &#8220;A is for apple, a-a-apple\u201d or &#8220;B says b, b, b as in ball.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) <strong>Phonics Games<\/strong>: Practice listening and repeating sounds with games that isolate phonemes. This helps kids hear and differentiate sounds before connecting them to letters. Kids will also explore words starting with a specific letter!<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-1\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Play and learn letter sounds!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/time-to-match-l-m-n-o-p\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/match_me_if_you_can_30.png\" alt=\"Time to Match L M, N, O &amp; P\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Time to Match L M, N, O &amp; P<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/words-beginning-with-the-letter-f\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/i_spy_18_19_20.png\" alt=\"Words Beginning With the Letter F\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Words Beginning With the Letter F<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/the-sound-of-f\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/sound_printer_25_26_27_28.png\" alt=\"The Sound of F\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">The Sound of F<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/practice-letter-q-and-its-sound\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/all_about_138_139.png\" alt=\"Practice Letter Q and Its Sound\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Practice Letter Q and Its Sound<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/games\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-1\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const scrollRightArrow = container.querySelector(\".scroll-right-arrow\");\n\n            function adjustContainerStyles() {\n                const numCards = cards.length;\n\n                if (numCards === 1) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"30%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 2) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"50%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 3) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"75%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"\";\n                }\n            }\n\n            function checkScrollPosition() {\n                const maxScrollLeft = slidesContainer.scrollWidth - slidesContainer.clientWidth;\n                if ((slidesContainer.scrollLeft + 10) >= maxScrollLeft) {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"none\"; \/\/ Hide the arrow if fully scrolled\n                } else {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"block\"; \/\/ Show the arrow if not fully scrolled\n                }\n            }\n\n            scrollRightArrow.addEventListener(\"click\", function() {\n                const scrollAmount = 300; \/\/ Adjust based on the container's width and your needs\n                slidesContainer.scrollLeft += scrollAmount;\n                setTimeout(checkScrollPosition, 100); \/\/ Delay to allow scroll update\n            });\n\n            adjustContainerStyles();\n            checkScrollPosition();\n            slidesContainer.addEventListener(\"scroll\", checkScrollPosition);\n        });\n    <\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) Play a matching game with pictures and their corresponding letter sounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Decoding short vowel sounds.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) <strong>CVC Word Flashcards<\/strong>: Use flashcards with CVC (consonant-vowel-consonant) words to highlight the short vowel sound. Practice identifying short vowel sounds in simple words like &#8220;cat&#8221; and &#8220;dog.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) <strong>Short Vowel Sound Games<\/strong>: Play games that help kids use both sound and sight to master short vowel sounds. In these games, kids will tackle challenges like filling in the correct vowel sound to build a given word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-2\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Explore short vowel sounds with fun games!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/the-ultimate-word-families-challenge-mat-sit-and-tip\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/string_and_bubble_61.png\" alt=\"The Ultimate Word Families Challenge: mat, sit and tip\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">The Ultimate Word Families Challenge: mat, sit and tip<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/explore-middle-sound-with-short-vowel-i\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/string_and_bubble_82.png\" alt=\"Explore Middle Sound With Short Vowel I\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Explore Middle Sound With Short Vowel I<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/pick-the-correct-short-vowel-sound-a-i-o\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/string_and_bubble_163.png\" alt=\"Pick the Correct Short Vowel Sound: A, I &amp; 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O<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/games\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-2\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const scrollRightArrow = container.querySelector(\".scroll-right-arrow\");\n\n            function adjustContainerStyles() {\n                const numCards = cards.length;\n\n                if (numCards === 1) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"30%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 2) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"50%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 3) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"75%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"\";\n                }\n            }\n\n            function checkScrollPosition() {\n                const maxScrollLeft = slidesContainer.scrollWidth - slidesContainer.clientWidth;\n                if ((slidesContainer.scrollLeft + 10) >= maxScrollLeft) {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"none\"; 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Blending and segmenting syllables, onsets, and rimes.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i)<strong> <\/strong>Introduce the concept of blending with simple two or three-letter words (e.g., CVC words like bat). Remember, short, frequent practice sessions are more effective. Sound out letters like \/c\/, \/a\/, and \/t\/, then blend them together to say &#8220;cat.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Clap to break words into syllables, like &#8220;ta-ble&#8221; for &#8220;table.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) Incorporate fun games that focus on blending sounds. In these games, kids learn how two letters can work together and make a single sound\u2014digraphs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-3\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Blend sounds to form words!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/pick-the-correct-short-vowel-sound-a-e-i-o\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/string_and_bubble_231.png\" alt=\"Pick the Correct Short Vowel Sound: 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<\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Learn Beginning Digraphs With WH and TH<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/make-words-with-double-letters-cuff-and-fizz\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/string_and_bubble_319.png\" alt=\"Make Words With Double Letters: cuff and fizz\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Make Words With Double Letters: cuff and fizz<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/from-sounds-to-words-hill-and-less\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/string_and_bubble_307.png\" alt=\"From Sounds to Words: hill and less\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">From Sounds to Words: hill and less<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/the-ultimate-onset-blending-challenge-with-mat-tip-and-sit\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/string_and_bubble_71.png\" alt=\"The Ultimate Onset Blending Challenge With: mat, tip and sit\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">The Ultimate Onset Blending Challenge With: mat, tip and sit<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/games\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-3\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const 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class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Recognizing common sight words.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/how-to-teach-sight-words-to-kindergarten\/\">Teach sight words to kindergarteners<\/a> using flashcards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Read simple books and ask kids to point out sight words they recognize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) Make sight word learning fun and effective with engaging games and sensory activities. Kids hear and read a sight word, spot it in a group of mixed words, and drag it into a minecart for a playful experience. 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class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Learn the Sight Word: and<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/sound-of-the-sight-word-one\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/sound_pops_91_92.png\" alt=\"Sound of the Sight Word: one\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Sound of the Sight Word: one<\/div>\n                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Kids will replace the missing letter with &#8220;m,&#8221; &#8220;p,&#8221; or &#8220;b&#8221; to make rhyming words &#8220;match,&#8221; &#8220;patch,&#8221; and &#8220;batch.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-5\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Let\u2019s learn to create rhyming words!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/rhyming-words-with-word-families-at-ap\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/rhyming_game_1.png\" alt=\"Rhyming Words With Word Families AT &amp; AP\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Rhyming Words With Word Families AT &amp; AP<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela\/listen-and-master-rhyming-words-word-families-am-im\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/rhyming_game_2.png\" alt=\"Listen and Master Rhyming Words: Word Families AM &amp; IM\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Listen and Master Rhyming Words: Word Families AM &amp; 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INFORMATIONAL TEXTS: picture books, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/popular-nonfiction-books-for-kids-to-read-cherish\/\"><em>non-fiction<\/em><\/a><em>, biographies, autobiographies, books and articles about science, art, history, social studies, and information displayed in charts, graphs, or maps.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>i) Read a story or a short article together and ask if it&#8217;s a literature or informational text.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Discuss why a particular piece of text is considered to be literature or informational text.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Retell stories or share key details from a text.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) After reading a story, create or print out picture cards representing key events. Ask your child to arrange the cards in the correct order and retell the story using the cards as prompts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Ask your child to draw three pictures: one for the beginning, one for the middle, and one for the end of the story. Then, have them use the pictures to summarize the story in their own words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) Try these engaging worksheets. Here, kids will observe a picture and list key details, match pictures with the main idea, and practice sequencing steps to make a meaningful story or recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-6\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Identify the main idea and key details!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/list-the-details-in-the-picture\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/list-the-details-in-the-picture.jpeg\" alt=\"List the Details in the Picture Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/central-message-identification\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/central-message-identification.jpeg\" alt=\"Central Message Identification - 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This helps them recall and understand the story elements in a fun, interactive way. <em>For example, if the story is The Three Little Pigs, ask your child to pick their favorite character (e.g., the Big Bad Wolf), setting (e.g., the brick house), and event (e.g., when the wolf tries to blow down the house).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) Give your child a reading advantage with our printable worksheets. In these exercises, kids will enjoy illustrating their favorite characters, creating their own stories using given prompts, filling in details about characters and settings, and more such fun activities!<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-7\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Identify story elements!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/lets-illustrate-my-favorite-character\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/lets-illustrate-my-favorite-character.jpeg\" alt=\"Lets Illustrate my Favorite Character Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/the-picnic-by-carrie-finison\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/the-picnic-by-carrie-finison.jpeg\" alt=\"The Picnic by Carrie Finison Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/share-your-own-story\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/share-your-own-story.jpeg\" alt=\"Share Your Own Story! Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/find-the-story-elements\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/find-the-story-elements.jpeg\" alt=\"Find The Story Elements - Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/worksheets\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-7\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const scrollRightArrow = container.querySelector(\".scroll-right-arrow\");\n\n            function adjustContainerStyles() {\n                const numCards = cards.length;\n\n                if (numCards === 1) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"30%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 2) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"50%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 3) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"75%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"\";\n                }\n            }\n\n            function checkScrollPosition() {\n                const maxScrollLeft = slidesContainer.scrollWidth - slidesContainer.clientWidth;\n                if ((slidesContainer.scrollLeft + 10) >= maxScrollLeft) {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"none\"; \/\/ Hide the arrow if fully scrolled\n                } else {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"block\"; \/\/ Show the arrow if not fully scrolled\n                }\n            }\n\n            scrollRightArrow.addEventListener(\"click\", function() {\n                const scrollAmount = 300; \/\/ Adjust based on the container's width and your needs\n                slidesContainer.scrollLeft += scrollAmount;\n                setTimeout(checkScrollPosition, 100); \/\/ Delay to allow scroll update\n            });\n\n            adjustContainerStyles();\n            checkScrollPosition();\n            slidesContainer.addEventListener(\"scroll\", checkScrollPosition);\n        });\n    <\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>To explore excellent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/types-of-reading-materials-for-kids\/\">reading material<\/a> for kindergarten kids, check out this curated list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-kindergarten-books-to-read\/\">best kindergarten books<\/a>\u2014perfect for reading to your little ones!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><strong><em>Related Reading: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/reading-activities-for-kids\/\"><em>Best Reading Activities That Turn Kids into Book Lovers<\/em><\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-2-writing-in-kindergarten-\"><strong>2. Writing in Kindergarten<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Writing is another fundamental skill that children learn in kindergarten. Instead of perfecting techniques, focus on encouraging children to express their thoughts and ideas on paper through engaging <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/amazing-writing-prompt-for-kids-to-improve-confidence\/\">writing prompts<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the most essential topics covered in kindergarten writing instruction:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Learning how to hold a pencil correctly. Practicing tracing and writing the letters of the alphabet.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) Show them how to grip the pencil and hold it properly. Use pencil grips or crayons to guide their finger placement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Provide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/ela\/letter-tracing-worksheets\">tracing worksheets<\/a> where kids can follow dotted lines to form uppercase and lowercase letters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-8\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Trace uppercase and lowercase letters!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/trace-lowercase-and-uppercase-letters\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/trace-lowercase-and-uppercase-letters.jpeg\" alt=\"Trace Lowercase and Uppercase Letters Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/tracing-uppercase-letters\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/tracing-uppercase-letters.jpeg\" alt=\"Tracing Uppercase Letters Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/tracing-fun-with-lowercase-letters\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/tracing-fun-with-lowercase-letters.jpeg\" alt=\"Tracing Fun with Lowercase Letters Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/worksheets\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-8\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const scrollRightArrow = container.querySelector(\".scroll-right-arrow\");\n\n            function adjustContainerStyles() {\n                const numCards = cards.length;\n\n                if (numCards === 1) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"30%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 2) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"50%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 3) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"75%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"\";\n                }\n            }\n\n            function checkScrollPosition() {\n                const maxScrollLeft = slidesContainer.scrollWidth - slidesContainer.clientWidth;\n                if ((slidesContainer.scrollLeft + 10) >= maxScrollLeft) {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"none\"; 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Composing short sentences.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i)<strong> <\/strong>Once kids feel confident writing the alphabet, inspire them to trace and write simple, everyday words\u2014number names, their first name, sight words, etc., using large paper or a whiteboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Ask them to write a sentence describing their day, like &#8220;I saw a dog.&#8221; Provide sentence starters like &#8220;I like&#8230;&#8221; or &#8220;The cat is&#8230;&#8221; and let them complete it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) Try these printables to strengthen your child\u2019s handwriting and expand their vocabulary! Kids will trace various words\u2014number names, sight words, flower names, food items, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-10\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Let\u2019s write simple words!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/trace-and-write-the-word-four\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/trace-and-write-the-word-four.jpeg\" alt=\"Trace and write the word &#039;four&#039; 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This helps them express their opinions visually and verbally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Here\u2019s a fun worksheet to encourage your child to express their opinions through writing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-11\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Think, collect your thoughts, and write!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/you-have-a-friend-in-me\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/you-have-a-friend-in-me.jpeg\" alt=\"You Have a Friend in Me! Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/worksheets\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-11\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const scrollRightArrow = container.querySelector(\".scroll-right-arrow\");\n\n            function adjustContainerStyles() {\n                const numCards = cards.length;\n\n                if (numCards === 1) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"30%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 2) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"50%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 3) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"75%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"\";\n                }\n            }\n\n            function checkScrollPosition() {\n                const maxScrollLeft = slidesContainer.scrollWidth - slidesContainer.clientWidth;\n                if ((slidesContainer.scrollLeft + 10) >= maxScrollLeft) {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"none\"; \/\/ Hide the arrow if fully scrolled\n                } else {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"block\"; \/\/ Show the arrow if not fully scrolled\n                }\n            }\n\n            scrollRightArrow.addEventListener(\"click\", function() {\n                const scrollAmount = 300; \/\/ Adjust based on the container's width and your needs\n                slidesContainer.scrollLeft += scrollAmount;\n                setTimeout(checkScrollPosition, 100); \/\/ Delay to allow scroll update\n            });\n\n            adjustContainerStyles();\n            checkScrollPosition();\n            slidesContainer.addEventListener(\"scroll\", checkScrollPosition);\n        });\n    <\/script>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Responding to stories, books, or their own experiences by acting them out, drawing pictures, or writing poems.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) Encourage them to tell a story out loud or write a few words about something they did in school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Have them act out a favorite scene from a book or a real-life experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) Creative writing helps kids use their imagination to tell stories and write fun things. You will be surprised by your child&#8217;s unique and exciting ideas! Consider using these printables that engage kids in fun activities like writing to-do lists, poems, and thank-you notes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-12\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Watch your child\u2019s imagination flow!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/time-to-thank-everyone\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/time-to-thank-everyone.jpeg\" alt=\"Time To Thank Everyone - 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Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/bunny-s-rhyming-adventure\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/bunny-s-rhyming-adventure.jpeg\" alt=\"Bunny S Rhyming Adventure - Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/worksheets\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-12\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const scrollRightArrow = container.querySelector(\".scroll-right-arrow\");\n\n            function adjustContainerStyles() {\n                const numCards = cards.length;\n\n                if (numCards === 1) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"30%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 2) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"50%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 3) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"75%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"\";\n                }\n            }\n\n            function checkScrollPosition() {\n                const maxScrollLeft = slidesContainer.scrollWidth - 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Language Development (Communication and Vocabulary) in Kindergarten<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids need to talk with parents, teachers, and friends to improve communication skills. Talking helps kids express feelings, follow rules, and connect with others. Encourage them to share their thoughts, ideas, and experiences. Communication is part of kids\u2019 everyday lives!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are essential communication skills and vocabulary concepts taught in Kindergarten and simple activities to support your child\u2019s learning:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Communicate by trying new words, joining conversations, asking questions, listening closely, starting conversations, and choosing how they want to express themselves.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) Encourage kids to use new words by asking them to describe objects or actions around them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Play a game where they must listen closely and respond to simple instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) Let them initiate conversations by asking what they want to talk about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iv)<strong> <\/strong>Use fun resources that encourage kids to think and express themselves. Here are engaging printables designed to boost kids\u2019 listening and speaking skills through activities like following directions or talking about self-traits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-13\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Boost communication skills with ease!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/whole-body-listening\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/whole-body-listening.jpeg\" alt=\"Whole Body Listening Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/follow-directions-and-illustrate-the-room\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/follow-directions-and-illustrate-the-room.jpeg\" alt=\"Follow Directions and Illustrate the Room Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/all-about-me\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/all-about-me.jpeg\" alt=\"All About Me\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/walk-to-the-grocery-store\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/walk-to-the-grocery-store.jpeg\" alt=\"Walk to the Grocery Store Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/worksheets\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        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to allow scroll update\n            });\n\n            adjustContainerStyles();\n            checkScrollPosition();\n            slidesContainer.addEventListener(\"scroll\", checkScrollPosition);\n        });\n    <\/script>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Building vocabulary by following instructions, matching words to pictures, and exploring new words in stories, conversations, and everyday descriptions.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) <strong>Picture-Word Match<\/strong>: Provide your child with a set of pictures and corresponding words. Ask them to match each picture with the correct word, reinforcing their understanding of the new vocabulary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) The more kids hear and use words in different situations, the more quickly they learn new words. Try these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/ela\/vocabulary-worksheets\">vocabulary worksheets<\/a> and help kids explore synonyms, antonyms, crosswords, puzzles, and more!<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-14\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Let\u2019s learn new words!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/cut-and-paste-images-farm-animals\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/cut-and-paste-images-farm-animals.jpeg\" alt=\"Cut and Paste Images: Farm Animals - Worksheet\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/complete-the-crossword\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/complete-the-crossword.jpeg\" alt=\"Reading Worksheet \u2013 Vocabulary Boost: Crossword Puzzles\">\n                    <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner\" >\n                    <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/ela-worksheets\/match-antonyms-away\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"worksheets_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"worksheet-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/cms_assets\/s\/ela-worksheets\/match-antonyms-away.jpeg\" alt=\"Match Antonyms Away! 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Encourage them to use hand gestures while telling a story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Play charades to help them express ideas through gestures and actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Learning new things by asking questions, understanding words in stories and conversations, trying to use new words, and comparing things they already know.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) Encourage them to ask \u201cwhy\u201d questions about their surroundings or daily activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) During conversations, prompt them to use new words they hear to reinforce learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) Ask them to guess the meaning of a new word by comparing it to something they know. For example, &#8220;Gigantic means really, really big. Can you think of something that&#8217;s gigantic?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-4-math-in-kindergarten-\"><strong>4. Math in Kindergarten<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-for-kindergarteners\">Kindergarten math<\/a> is much more than learning numbers and counting! This grade also introduces key math concepts like teen numbers, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/addition\/addition\">addition<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/subtraction\/subtract\">subtraction<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/measurements\/measurement\">measurement<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/hechingerreport.org\/kindergarten-math-is-often-too-basic-heres-why-thats-a-problem\/#:~:text=The%20second%20student%20then%20opened,other%2C%20experts%20and%20researchers%20say.&amp;text=But%20too%20often%20teachers%20spend,successful%20in%20math%20later%20on.\">article by Hechinger\u2019s report<\/a> discusses the importance of kindergarten math education and the need for more comprehensive instruction beyond basic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/counting-and-comparison\/count'\">counting<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math-vocabulary\/geometry\/shape\">shapes<\/a>. It highlights a study showing that students who spent more time on advanced math concepts in kindergarten performed better in later grades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kindergarten-math-curriculum\/\">Teaching Kindergarten math<\/a> requires a hands-on approach. Help kids visualize math concepts using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-teaching-tools-for-teachers\/\">teaching tools<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-math-manipulatives\/\">math manipulatives<\/a> (such as blocks or beads), and online games. Here are essential math topics covered in kindergarten and engaging resources parents can use to give their child an early edge:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Recognizing numbers up to 20.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) Ask kids to point out numbers on a calendar, clock, storybooks, or newspapers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Keep an eye out for numbers they find tricky and use fun visual resources to help them improve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) Consider these interactive games that encourage students to identify number cards by number sounds. 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Kids will enjoy plowing a farm in the shape of numbers to grow flowers and fruits. 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Counting to 100 by ones and tens.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i)<strong> <\/strong>Encourage kids to count different objects around the house, such as books, chairs, or doors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Count toys, snacks, or blocks up to 20. Count steps while walking up to 20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iii) Use a number chart to count to 100 by ones and tens.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>iv) Group items in tens and count them together to 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>v) Include interactive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/math\/counting-games\">counting games<\/a> in kids\u2019 play routines. 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             <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Count Out Objects upto 20<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/math-games\/count-objects-in-rectangular-arrays\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/count_comp_hoppys_list_10_gm.png\" alt=\"Count Objects in Rectangular Arrays\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Count Objects in Rectangular Arrays<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/games\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-18\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const 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src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/count_comp_treehouse_party_8_9_gm.png\" alt=\"Compare by Counting\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Compare by Counting<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/math-games\/compare-by-matching\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" 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These games focus on one term at a time to help kids easily understand and remember words like shorter, taller, heavier, lighter, empty, and full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-26\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Play and compare measurements!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/math-games\/identify-the-object-with-shorter-length\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/measurement_which_length_shorter_pt.png\" alt=\"Identify the Object with Shorter Length\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Identify the Object with Shorter Length<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/math-games\/identify-the-lighter-object\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/measurement_which_is_lighter_pt.png\" alt=\"Identify the Lighter Object\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Identify the Lighter Object<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/math-games\/compare-heights-of-objects\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/measurement_heights_equal_not_pt.png\" alt=\"Compare Heights of Objects\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Compare Heights of Objects<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/games\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-26\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const scrollRightArrow = container.querySelector(\".scroll-right-arrow\");\n\n            function adjustContainerStyles() {\n                const numCards = cards.length;\n\n                if (numCards === 1) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"30%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 2) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"50%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 3) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"75%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"\";\n                }\n            }\n\n            function checkScrollPosition() {\n                const maxScrollLeft = slidesContainer.scrollWidth - 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Creative Arts in Kindergarten<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The arts help kids learn and grow in many ways through activities like coloring, dancing, singing, acting, drawing, and using technology. Creative activities make learning fun and exciting and also boost kids&#8217; social and emotional thinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some creative arts skills kids learn in Kindergarten:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;Coloring:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) <strong>Emotions through Art<\/strong>: Have the children create a simple handprint painting, then encourage them to share how the colors they chose make them feel. This helps them connect with their artwork emotionally and communicate their feelings through colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) <strong>Paint and Learn<\/strong>: Watch as kids enjoy painting and learning new, interesting facts about various everyday objects and subjects through these coloring games. They feature themes like animals, birds, seasons, festivals, food, transport, space, scenery, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-27\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Enjoy coloring!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/coloring-games\/flamingo-the-coloring-adventures\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/colouring_game_birds_flamingo.png\" alt=\"Flamingo Coloring: Pink Delight\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Flamingo Coloring: Pink Delight<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/coloring-games\/london-bridge-the-coloring-adventures\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/colouring_game_famous_monuments_london_bridge.png\" alt=\"London Bridge Coloring Adventure\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">London Bridge Coloring Adventure<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/coloring-games\/farmer-the-coloring-adventures\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/colouring_game_professions_farmer.png\" alt=\"Farmer&#039;s Coloring Journey\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Farmer&#039;s Coloring Journey<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/coloring-games\/allosaurus-the-coloring-adventures\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/colouring_game_dinosaurs_allosaurus.png\" alt=\"Allosaurus: Dinosaur Coloring Adventure\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Allosaurus: Dinosaur Coloring Adventure<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/games\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-27\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const 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((slidesContainer.scrollLeft + 10) >= maxScrollLeft) {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"none\"; \/\/ Hide the arrow if fully scrolled\n                } else {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"block\"; \/\/ Show the arrow if not fully scrolled\n                }\n            }\n\n            scrollRightArrow.addEventListener(\"click\", function() {\n                const scrollAmount = 300; \/\/ Adjust based on the container's width and your needs\n                slidesContainer.scrollLeft += scrollAmount;\n                setTimeout(checkScrollPosition, 100); \/\/ Delay to allow scroll update\n            });\n\n            adjustContainerStyles();\n            checkScrollPosition();\n            slidesContainer.addEventListener(\"scroll\", checkScrollPosition);\n        });\n    <\/script>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Music:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) <strong>Crate Your Own Rhythm<\/strong>: Play a simple melody on a piano or xylophone, then encourage the children to create their own rhythm by clapping or using small instruments like tambourines.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After performing, ask them how the music made them feel\u2014happy, excited, or calm. This helps them connect emotionally with the sounds and express their feelings through music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) <strong>Play Musical Games<\/strong>: Introduce your little one to the joy of music with fun, interactive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/music-games-for-kids\/\">musical games<\/a>!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the Free-Play feature, kids can explore instruments like the <strong>piano, flute, and guitar<\/strong>, experiment, and create their own sounds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Play-Along mode, the game guides them to press the right keys or buttons to play <strong>classic songs, rhymes, and poems<\/strong>. It\u2019s a perfect way for kindergartners to discover music in a fun and relaxed way!<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-28\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Let\u2019s sing, dance, and play music!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/music-games\/jingle-bell-jingle-bell-band-jam\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/band_jam_play_along_jingle_bell.png\" alt=\"Enjoy Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Band Jam\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Enjoy Jingle Bell Jingle Bell Band Jam<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/music-games\/everybody-has-a-name-juke-box\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/juke_box_poems_everybody_has_a_name.png\" alt=\"Discover Everybody Has a Name Juke Box\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Discover Everybody Has a Name Juke Box<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/music-games\/here-we-go-round-the-mulberry-bush-juke-box\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/juke_box_rhymes_here_we_go_round.png\" alt=\"Experience Mulberry Bush Juke Box\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Experience Mulberry Bush Juke Box<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/music-games\/head-shoulder-knees-and-toes-juke-box\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/juke_box_rhymes_head_shoulder_knees.png\" alt=\"Play Head Shoulder Knees and Toes Juke Box\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Play Head Shoulder Knees and Toes Juke Box<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/games\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-28\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, .worksheet-card-container-outer\");\n            const scrollRightArrow = container.querySelector(\".scroll-right-arrow\");\n\n            function adjustContainerStyles() {\n                const numCards = cards.length;\n\n                if (numCards === 1) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"30%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 2) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"50%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else if (numCards === 3) {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"75%\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"center\";\n                } else {\n                    container.style.maxWidth = \"\";\n                    container.style.textAlign = \"\";\n                }\n            }\n\n            function checkScrollPosition() {\n                const maxScrollLeft = slidesContainer.scrollWidth - slidesContainer.clientWidth;\n                if ((slidesContainer.scrollLeft + 10) >= maxScrollLeft) {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"none\"; \/\/ Hide the arrow if fully scrolled\n                } else {\n                    scrollRightArrow.style.display = \"block\"; \/\/ Show the arrow if not fully scrolled\n                }\n            }\n\n            scrollRightArrow.addEventListener(\"click\", function() {\n                const scrollAmount = 300; \/\/ Adjust based on the container's width and your needs\n                slidesContainer.scrollLeft += scrollAmount;\n                setTimeout(checkScrollPosition, 100); \/\/ Delay to allow scroll update\n            });\n\n            adjustContainerStyles();\n            checkScrollPosition();\n            slidesContainer.addEventListener(\"scroll\", checkScrollPosition);\n        });\n    <\/script>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understanding the purpose of art museums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore art forms from different cultures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creating, performing, connecting with, and responding emotionally to music, visual arts, dance, artwork, and dramatic plays.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-6-physical-development-and-health-\"><strong>6. Physical Development and Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Schools and parents need to ensure kids have enough time to play and be active while also focusing on learning. Plan activities that help kids stay fit and healthy, like games, music, dance, and art. Dedicate at least an hour of daily time for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-outdoor-games-for-kids-of-all-ages\/\">outdoor activities and games<\/a>.&nbsp; Teach kids about healthy habits and create a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/ways-to-create-positive-learning-environment-for-kids\/\">positive and supportive learning environment<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here are some skills to focus on:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Improving hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills (stocking blocks, finger-strengthening activities, etc.)&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) Give your child small blocks and challenge them to stack them as high as they can without the tower falling. This activity improves coordination and precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Here are engaging online motor skills games featuring fun activities like tossing objects accurately in a bin, tossing fruits in baskets, coloring, origami (crafting marine creatures from paper), and stacking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div id=\"carousel-12368-29\" class=\"recommended-games-container\">\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-headline\">Begin here<\/p>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\">Enjoy motor skills activities!<\/p>\n        <div class=\"recommended-games-container-slides\">\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/general-knowledge-games\/feed-the-bin-toss-up\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/toss_up_feed_the_bin.png\" alt=\"Feed The Bin: Toss Up\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Feed The Bin: Toss Up<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/music-games\/the-origami-aquarium\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/aquarium.png\" alt=\"Dive into The Origami Aquarium\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Dive into The Origami Aquarium<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/general-knowledge-games\/feed-the-elves-toss-up\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/toss_up_feed_the_elves.png\" alt=\"Feed The Elves: Toss Up\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Feed The Elves: Toss Up<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/motor-skills-games\/city-stacker\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/city_stacker.png\" alt=\"Challenge the City Stacker\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Challenge the City Stacker<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/general-knowledge-games\/fruit-toss-toss-up\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/toss_up_fruit_toss.png\" alt=\"Tossing Fruits into Baskets\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Tossing Fruits into Baskets<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div><\/div>\n        <p class=\"recommended-games-container-desc\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/games\">Explore More!<\/a><\/p>\n        <button class=\"scroll-right-arrow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/scroll.png\"><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n        document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n            const container = document.querySelector(\"#carousel-12368-29\");\n            const slidesContainer = container.querySelector(\".recommended-games-container-slides\");\n            const cards = slidesContainer.querySelectorAll(\".game-card-container-outer, 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This strengthens finger muscles and enhances fine motor control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Identifying senses\u2014smells, sights, sounds, tastes, and textures.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) Taste different foods and talk about the flavors (sweet, salty, sour) and textures (smooth, crunchy).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Create a sensory scavenger hunt where they find something that smells, feels soft, or makes a sound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Engaging in physical activities.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) Set up an obstacle course in the yard or living room to encourage <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/running-games-for-kids\/\">running<\/a>, jumping, and crawling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Play games like tag or hopscotch to promote movement and coordination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Understanding the importance of personal care skills and healthy habits (nutrition, sleeping habits, exercise, etc.).<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) Create a daily chart where they track healthy habits like brushing teeth, eating fruits, and exercising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Read a story about healthy foods and the nutrition they provide, then let them help prepare a healthy snack together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Understanding the rules for physical safety.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>i) Play a \u201cstop and go\u201d game to practice stopping and paying attention to safety signs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ii) Review safety rules while walking outside, like looking both ways before crossing the street or staying close to an adult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-7-science-in-kindergarten-\"><strong>7. Science in Kindergarten<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kindergarteners are naturally curious about the world around them. Encourage this curiosity by planning hands-on Science activities where kids ask questions, make predictions, do simple experiments, and talk about their observations. What kids learn in Kindergarten science depends mainly on exploration and discovery. They might plant a garden, build a fort, or make a simple machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some important topics covered in Kindergarten Science:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learning about plants, animals, and their environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learning about different seasons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Observing different weather conditions and climate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learning about the five senses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identifying states of matter\u2014solid, liquid, and gas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compare how pushing or pulling an object with different strengths or directions affects how it moves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learning about the Earth\u2019s resources and how to conserve them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Understanding the effect of sunlight on the environment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understanding the impact humans have on the environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><strong><em>Related Reading: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/kids-science-experiments-to-make-learning-engaging\/\"><em>Fun and Easy Science Experiments for Kids<\/em><\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-8-social-studies-in-kindergarten-\"><strong>8. Social Studies in Kindergarten<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Social Studies, kindergartners learn about themselves and others, exploring how people live, what they do, and their roles in their families and communities. They also learn about different cultures, how people live and work together, respecting others, understanding differences, and taking responsibility. Activities focusing on these topics help kids develop important social skills like respecting opinions and resolving conflicts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some famous topics covered in kindergarten science and social science:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Developing the sense of self (personal likes, dislikes, traits, family members, skills, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identifying important traditions in an individual\u2019s culture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&nbsp;Being a responsible member of a family and society.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understanding that while each person is unique, they also share common traits with their classmates, such as gender, race, ethnicity, and language.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understanding the basic rights of children (food, clothing, shelter, education, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learning to use maps and globes to understand the world around them and identify different places and landmarks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learning to use words that describe the order of events and understanding how stories, songs, and traditions can teach us about the past.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identifying needs and wants (things you must have and things you would like to have).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand the concepts of goods, services, and scarcity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-9-social-and-emotional-learning-in-kindergarten-\"><strong>9. Social and Emotional Learning in Kindergarten<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u200b\u200b<\/strong>Children learn best when they&#8217;re around other people and have positive relationships. One of the most exciting things you learn in kindergarten is working in a group and solving problems together. Good social and emotional skills can help children feel better and do better in school. These skills also help the brain learn, remember, focus, and adapt. Encourage kids to interact with others, see good examples of behavior, and make friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the social and emotional skills kindergarteners learn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understanding their own emotions, behaviors, strengths, and challenges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Managing emotions, controlling impulses, and setting goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recognizing the feelings and perspectives of others.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Building positive relationships with peers and adults.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Making responsible choices, considering ethical factors, and adjusting to change and new situations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><strong><em>Related Reading: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/social-emotional-learning-activities-how-to-implement-them-in-classroom\/\"><em>Fun Socio-Emotional Learning Activities<\/em><\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-10-extracurricular-activities-in-kindergarten-\"><strong>10. Extracurricular Activities in Kindergarten<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the core academic subjects, kindergarteners also participate in various <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/extracurricular-activities-examples-for-kids-the-best-list\/\">extracurricular activities<\/a>. These activities help children develop essential social and emotional skills. They might play games, sing songs, or do art projects. Some kindergartens also have sports teams that children can join.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The extracurricular activities that are available to kindergarteners vary from school to school. However, some of the most common activities include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sports:<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>Joining various <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/best-summer-sports-for-kids\/\">sports activities<\/a> and teams to exercise and learn about teamwork.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>General knowledge: <\/strong>Being aware of the world and things around the house, kitchen, nature, animals, birds, space, food items, etc.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some fun games that teach kids about the world around them. In these games, kids will color their way to knowledge! 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src=\"https:\/\/cdn.splashmath.com\/curriculum_uploads\/images\/playables\/colouring_game_birds_blue_jay.png\" alt=\"Blue Jay Coloring Adventure\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"game-card-container-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-name\">Blue Jay Coloring Adventure<\/div>\n                    <span class=\"game-card-container-inner-cta\">Play<\/span>\n                <\/div><\/a>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"game-card-container-outer\">\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/s\/general-knowledge-games\/space-hunt-peek-a-boo\" data-vars-ga-category=\"splashlearn_blog\" data-vars-ga-action=\"games_recommendations\" data-vars-ga-label=\"post_widget\">\n                    <div class=\"game-card-container-inner-block\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"game-card-container-inner-img\" 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It also helps parents and teachers monitor children\u2019s progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s an overview of kindergarten learning goals:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reading:<\/strong> Master foundational reading skills, including letter recognition, phonics, blending sounds, sight word recognition, and understanding key story elements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Writing:<\/strong> Develop fine motor skills, writing abilities, and self-expression through practicing letter formation, composing sentences, and responding creatively to stories and experiences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Math:<\/strong> Build foundational math skills by recognizing, counting, and writing numbers, comparing quantities, performing basic addition and subtraction, understanding number composition, identifying shapes, creating patterns, and comparing measurements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Arts: <\/strong>Engage in creating, performing, and responding emotionally to various art forms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Physical development and health: <\/strong>Develop sensory awareness, enhance fine motor and physical skills, and understand personal care, healthy habits, and physical safety rules.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Science: <\/strong>Explore plants, animals, seasons, and weather, understand the five senses and states of matter, investigate forces and movement, and learn about Earth&#8217;s resources, conservation, sunlight&#8217;s effect, and human impact on the environment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social and emotional learning: <\/strong>Develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, positive relationships, and responsible decision-making skills while adapting to change.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-preformatted\"><strong><em>Related Reading: <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/what-is-taught-to-kids-in-1st-grade\/\"><em>What Do First Graders Learn?<\/em><\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-conclusion-\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve journeyed through the wonderful world of kindergarten learning! We discussed what is taught to kids in Kindergarten under different subjects. Understanding what children learn in kindergarten is essential for preparing them for future success.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kindergarten is special because it marks the start of structured learning,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>where kids explore new ideas, develop independence, and strengthen their<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>curiosity. Establishing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.splashlearn.com\/blog\/daily-schedule-for-kindergarten\/\">a daily schedule for kindergarten<\/a> helps keep the day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>structured and ensures all key learning areas are covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.sagepub.com\/doi\/full\/10.1177\/2332858415616358\">Research<\/a> has shown that while increased exposure to reading and math isn&#8217;t inherently problematic, the real issue lies in how these subjects are taught. Kindergarteners learn best through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newamerica.org\/education-policy\/collections\/transforming-kindergarten\/#:~:text=Kindergarteners%20learn%20best%20through%20play,ways%20young%20children%20learn%20best.\">play, relationships, and hands-on exploration<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By using a well-rounded curriculum that includes hands-on activities, engaging games, and creative projects, parents and teachers can help young learners thrive. 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