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Kindergarten Curriculum
Subject-by-subject guide to the Kindergarten Common Core curriculum
🎂 Age 5–6
📚 6 subjects
🗓 Full-year coverage
🇺🇸 Common Core (41 states)
About this curriculum
Based on Common Core State Standards (CCSS), followed by 41 US states. Topics and pacing may vary slightly by school district.
📖 English Language Arts
CCSS · ELA
Reading · Writing · Speaking · Language
In Kindergarten, children go from knowing their ABCs to sounding out and reading simple words. They learn to listen carefully to stories, answer questions about what they heard, and begin writing short sentences — using a mix of drawing, invented spelling, and real letters.
Phonics & Reading
Letter names A–Z, Letter sounds (A say, s "ah"), Blending CVC words (cat, dog), Rhyming words, Sight word recognition, Reading simple sentences
Reading Comprehension
Story characters & settings, Retelling a story, Asking & answering questions, Fiction vs non-fiction, Author & illustrator roles
Writing
Writing their name, Forming letters correctly, Writing simple sentences, Opinion writing ("I like..."), Drawing + labelling pictures
Language Skills
Capital letters & full stops, Nouns & verbs (basic), Vocabulary building, Speaking clearly in full sentences
How reading and writing progresses across the year
| Q1 · Sep–Nov | Q2 · Nov–Jan | Q3 · Jan–Mar | Q4 · Mar–Jun |
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Learn all letter names
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Blend simple words |
vowel |
Digraphs (sh, ch, th) |
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Letter sounds A–Z
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Read CVC words
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Informational texts |
Long vowel intro
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Rhyming & syllables |
Sight words 11–25
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Sight words 26–50
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Read simple books |
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Sight words 1–10
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Write short sentences
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Narrative writing
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Sight words 50+
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🔢 Mathematics
CCSS · Math
Numbers · Operations · Shapes · Measurement
Kindergarten Math is about building a solid number sense. Children learn to count confidently, understand what numbers mean, do simple addition and subtraction, and start recognising shapes in the world around them.
Counting and Numbers
Count to 100 by 1s & 10s Write numbers 0–20, Count objects accurately, Compare groups (more / less / equal)
Addition and Subtraction
Add within 10, Subtract within 10, Make 10 (e.g. 7 + 3 = 10), Fluent add/subtract within 5, Simple word problems
Place Value
Numbers 11–19 = 10 + more, Understanding tens and ones
Geometry
2D shapes (circle, square, triangle, rectangle), 3D shapes (cube, sphere, cone, cylinder), Describe position (above, below, beside), Compare & sort shapes
Measurement and Data
Compare length, height, weight, Sort and classify objects, Simple graphs and charts
How math topics build across the year
| Q1 · Sep–Nov | Q2 · Nov–Jan | Q3 · Jan–Mar | Q4 · Mar–Jun |
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Counting and writing 1–10
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Counting and writing to 20 |
Add/subtract within 10
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Count to 100 |
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Sorting and classify |
Compare groups
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Make 10
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Ones and Tens (11–19)
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2D shapes
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3D shapes
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Measurement
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Data and graphs
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Patterns
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Add within 5
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Count to 50
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Fluency review |
🔬 Science
NGSS · K
Weather · Living Things · Forces
Kindergarten Science is all about observing the world through curiosity. Children explore weather patterns, discover what plants and animals need to survive, and investigate how pushes and pulls make things move — mostly through hands-on activities and simple experiments.
Weather and Earth
Daily weather observation, Seasons, temperature, Severe weather awareness, Earth's land and water, Caring for the environment
Plants and Animals
What living things need (water, food, sunlight), How animals survive, Plants and where they grow, Habitats & ecosystems (basic)
Forces and Motion
Pushes and pulls, How force changes motion, Strength, Direction, Simple experiments
Science Skills
Asking questions, Making observations, Recording with drawings, Talking about what we found
🌍 Social Studies
C3 Framework
Community · Geography · History · Economics
Kindergarteners begin to understand their place in the world — starting with themselves and their family, expanding to the classroom, the community, and the wider country. They explore maps, learn about rules and fairness, and discover how people depend on each other.
Myself and My Family
Personal identity, Family customs & traditions, How families are alike and different
Community and Civics
Community helpers (doctors, firefighters), Rules and why we have them, Rights and responsibilities, Fairness & teamwork
Geography
Reading simple maps, Continents and oceans, Land, Water features, Our country, state and city
History
Past vs present, National holidays and their meaning, Important people in history
Economics (Basic)
Wants vs needs, Goods and services, Why people work
🎨Arts and Physical Education
National Core Arts
Visual Arts · Music · Drama · Movement
Creative and physical development are just as important as academics. Arts and PE help children express themselves, build coordination, develop teamwork, and discover a love for movement and creativity.
Visual Arts
Drawing, Painting, Collage and clay, Colour, Line, Shape in art, Art from different cultures
Music
Singing songs and chants, Beat and rhythm, Loud vs soft / fast vs slow, Simple percussion instruments
Drama
Dramatic and role play, Storytelling through movement, Puppet shows
Physical Education
Running, Jumping, Hopping, Skipping, Balance and coordination, Throwing, Catching, Kicking, Cooperative games, Basic health and hygiene
💛 Social-Emotional Learning
CASEL · K
Feelings · Relationships · Decision Making
SEL is woven into everyday classroom life. Children learn to name their feelings, manage big emotions, show empathy for others, and make responsible choices — skills that support all learning and healthy relationships throughout life.
Self-Awareness
Naming emotions, Recognising personal strengths
Managing Feelings
Deep breathing and calming strategies, Asking for help, Following routines, Transitions
Relationships
Sharing and taking turns, Empathy for others, Kind words, Active listening, Solving conflicts with help
Responsible Choices
Safe vs unsafe decisions, Understanding consequences, Trusting adults
How is kindergarten child assessed?
Kindergarten evaluation
Most states do not give standardized tests in Kindergarten. Progress is mainly tracked through teacher observations, learning portfolios, and reading check-ins throughout the year.
Daily observation
Teachers keep notes on how children are reading, writing, counting, and interacting — updated continuously.
Portfolio of work
Drawings, writing samples, and math work are collected across the year to show growth over time.
Reading check-ins
Short 1-on-1 reading assessments (like DIBELS or mCLASS) done 3 times a year to track phonics & fluency.
Standards report card
Instead of letter grades, most Kindergarten report cards use "Meets / Approaching / Below" per skill area.
No state tests
Formal state testing (like SBAC or PARCC) typically doesn't begin until Grade 3 in most states.
Parent conferences
Regular check-ins give parents a chance to review progress, ask questions, and support learning at home.
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