Educating Young Minds for Tomorrow
Three's Four's and Five's
Strategies to Learn
Assessing toddlers' capacity to form goals, make plans, and interact with others and their surroundings.
Creative Arts
Evaluating the ability to express emotions and thoughts through dance, music, visual arts, and drama.
Language
Measuring both receptive and expressive vocabulary, as well as conversing and using language to communicate effectively.
Literacy
Observe and assess alphabet knowledge, reading and writing skills, and phonological awareness.
Logic and Reasoning
Assessing sequencing, problem-solving, and symbolic and critical thinking skills.
Early Math
Measuring the ability to grasp numbers, recognize patterns, sort and order, and use numbers for addition, subtraction, measurement, and graphing.
Sample Activity
Sample Activity: Build Like Me. Milestone: Understanding spatial concepts.
Desired Outcome: The child understands object position ideas (e.g., beneath, top, bottom, inside, behind).
Nature & Science
Assessing comprehension of the physical and natural worlds, as well as skills in observation, description, prediction, and data collection.
Social Studies
Assessing children's ability to understand themselves, their families, communities, and the world.
Physical Growth/Health
Measuring both large and small motor skills while learning about health and nutrition.
Social and Emotional Development
Developing self-awareness while also demonstrating respect and sensitivity for others.
Ways to Learn
3-4-5's gain independence through exploration and knowledge of their surroundings, as well as the acquisition of problem-solving skills.
Cognitive Development
3-4-5's acquire creative and critical thinking skills as they learn more about their surroundings.
Language Development
3-4-5's communication skills improve as they learn to use sounds, gestures, body language, and, eventually, oral and written language, as well as respond to and understand others.
Expert's Corner
Expert Corner: Enhancing Children's Communication Skills
Physical Development
3-4-5's learn to coordinate and control gross and fine muscle movements while also developing a knowledge of health and safety concepts.
Social and Emotional Development
3-4-5's learn about their own feelings and their relationships with others, such as family, friends, and community members. They also improve their capacity to connect with others and develop self-awareness.
Sample Activity
Sample Activity: "Come Out, Come Out!"
Milestone: Learns to appreciate and instigate comedy, like as laughing in reaction to games.
Desired Outcome: Children improve their ability to recognize comedy in situations.
Mechanicsville 3-4-5 Teacher
Hello! My name is Brooke, and I've been a part of Minds N Motion since I was just six years old! It's been an incredible journey watching my mom turn her dreams into reality by opening the centers, and I officially joined the team as an employee in 2020. Recently, I got married in October! Growing up on a farm, I’ve always had a special bond with my furry friends. While I once dreamed of becoming a veterinarian due to my deep passion for animals, my experiences here have shaped my path in unexpected ways. I am currently attending college to earn my degree in Early Childhood Development. My favorite ages are the four- and five-year-olds. I love teaching and preparing them for graduation. I also enjoy spending time with school-age; they keep me up to date on the latest trends. I love the relationships I have with them and am proud they trust me. Fun fact, I am an only child; I’ve always considered my cousins as my siblings. When I’m not working, I love to unwind, especially during the winter months, but nothing beats summer days spent tubing on the boat and then enjoying some crabs for dinner—this describes the perfect summer day to me!
Mechanicsville 3-4-5
Teacher Assistant
Hi everyone! My name is Olivia, and I began my journey at Minds N Motion in 2021. I absolutely love working with energetic four-year-olds, as they bring so much joy and creativity into the classroom. Outside of work, I enjoy playing with my dog and spending quality time with friends. I’m also excited to share that I am newly engaged!
Hollywood 4-5 Teacher
Hi, my name is Jessica. I've been in childcare for 23 years—8 years at Minds N Motions in April 2025. I am with the 3/4s and school agers. I enjoy being with the older kids; the conversations they can hold can be entertaining at times! When I am not in the classroom, I enjoy the beach, gardening, canning, and listening to music. I simply love spending time outdoors!
