This classical companion encourages young students to marvel at the world around them. Students are transported to many wonderful places through full color classical works of art and full color pictures. The text is filled with engaging information that emphasizes the student’s connection to the world around them through the subjects of:
- Catechism and Bible verses
- Science
- History
- Art
- Map work
The text also encourages children to see the connections between their life and the life of Jesus. The Incarnation frames our identity as Christians, and it is the first concept that students should connect too. The Look & Learn companion is the primary text for Kolbe’s Kindergarten homeschool curriculum and it invites students to connect the daily life of Jesus’ childhood to their own lives and to see the beauty and order of the world around them.
Kolbe's New Kindergarten Program
Kolbe Academy’s Kindergarten program introduces young children to the wonders of the world around them! This comprehensive curriculum offers children and parents a gentle entry into the world of Catholic classical education. Each week’s lesson has a particular theme related to the life of Christ and/or the liturgical season, and each theme serves as a jumping-off point for lessons in art, history, science, and catechism. The Math & Logic and English & Phonics lessons are designed to be fun, engaging, and age-appropriate in order to build a solid foundation for future learning.
With an easy-to-follow course plan to guide parents through each week’s lessons, you can help your kindergartener discover truth, goodness, and beauty through:
- Catechism and Bible verses
- Art appreciation, technique, and theory
- English & Phonics
- Math & Logic
- Science
- History
- Mapwork
- Simple poetry memorization
- Literature and music
This open-and-go curriculum is designed with the young child in mind, and features gentle pacing, colorful images, opportunities for repetition and review, and simple yet informative lessons that incorporate many aspects of their daily lives.