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Learn the Alphabet

Feb 14, 2022

developmental milestiones

Let\’s Learn the Alphabet!

Learning the alphabet is an important milestone for many toddlers and Pre-K students. At Sparkles! our curriculum focuses heavily on helping our children learn the alphabet. This will help them transition into learning the pronunciation of the letters, and consequently, reading.

The alphabet and its letters are the building blocks of literacy. Knowing how they function in writing is crucial to language arts and reading success. There are many ways to teach children, including puzzles, matching games, reading, and songs. Here are a few ways you can help your pre-K student learn the alphabet:

  • Teach with the names of family members or pets since those are familiar to your child
  • Sing alphabet songs. Here are a few you may not know
  • Use alphabet flashcards. Choose ones with simple, colorful images
  • Eat foods shaped like letters. Have fun with making letter-shaped food, alphabet soup or
  • Play with alphabet magnets or foam bath letters
  • Read stories that play on alliteration. This is fun and creates an understanding of the sounds a letter makes.

Most of all, have fun!  You are creating memories and strengthening your child’s future literacy success!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I get stuck in heavy traffic and arrive after 6 PM?

We stay open until 7 PM to help with unexpected traffic delays. You don’t have to worry or rush, because our staff, safety measures, and fun late-afternoon activities are in place until closing time.

Does Sparkles! Crystal City offer part-time or flexible scheduling for hybrid workers?

Yes, we have flexible scheduling that works with hybrid jobs and changing shifts. Parents can work with our team to set up care for certain days or create a schedule that fits both office and work-from-home days.

Are meals included during extended early morning and late afternoon hours?

Your tuition covers healthy meals and snacks, making mornings easier for you. Kids who come early or stay late get nutritious food, so you don’t have to pack extra meals each day.

How does Sparkles! maintain safety and security throughout the extended day?

We keep your child safe with secure entry, strict sign-in, background-checked staff, and live video streaming for parents. Our safety standards are the same from 6:30 AM to 7 PM every day. Our teachers also maintain contact through an app with parents throughout the day to keep them updated.

What curriculum is offered for toddlers and Pre-K students during the day?

We use the Creative Curriculum in our classrooms, which is play-based and helps children build skills in reading, math, social-emotional growth, and science. Activities are designed for each age group, from infants to Pre-K.