Tater Tots (Ages 4–5)
Reading, writing, and real-world math—brought to life with daily workshops. Serving Orem, Provo, Lindon, Pleasant Grove, American Fork, and Utah County.
Saxon Phonics & Math
Small Groups
Daily Workshops
Kindergarten Ready
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Progress to Kindergarten
A clear path from sounds and letters to confident readers, writers, and problem-solvers.
Phonics & Reading
Segmenting & blending, high-frequency words, reading short sentences with expression.
Writing & Penmanship
Proper pencil grip, letter formation, spacing, capitalization & punctuation in simple sentences.
Practical Math
Counting by 1s/5s/10s, addition & subtraction stories, time to hour/half-hour, coins & patterns.
Thinking & Character
Planning, persistence, teamwork, and respectful communication across the day.
Core Skill Bands
Pre-K mastery across Reading • Writing • Math • Habits.
Reading
- Blend & segment CVC words
- Track print left-to-right
- Read short decodable text
Writing
- Grip & letter formation
- Write name & simple sentences
- Use capitals & periods
Math
- Compose/decompose to 10
- Time (hour/half-hour)
- Coins & simple money math
Habits
- Follow multi-step directions
- Work independently & in teams
- Kind, confident classroom behavior
Math You Can Use
We connect numbers to everyday life in workshops and play.
Time
Read clocks to the hour and half-hour; plan routines and transitions.
Measuring
Use rulers, scales, and measuring cups in Cooking & Art workshops.
Money
Identify coins and count sets; apply in role-play markets and projects.
Daily Workshops That Reinforce Learning
Children rotate into specialist rooms where reading, writing, math, science, and the arts come alive.
- Cooking & Nutrition: measuring, sequencing, etiquette
- Science: experiments, observation, simple recording
- Music & Drama: rhythm, performance, confidence
- Art: process + technique; artist studies
- Technology & Reading: early keyboarding, fluency practice
Sample Week in Tater Tots
Exact schedules vary—this illustrates our rhythm and variety.
| Day | Small-Group Focus | Workshop | Outdoor & Review |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | Phonics: blending CVC | Cooking & Nutrition | Movement games • Storytime |
| Tue | Writing: capitals & spacing | Science Lab | Playground • Review journal |
| Wed | Math: time to the hour | Music & Drama | Ball skills • Read-aloud |
| Thu | Reading: decodable sentences | Art Studio | Obstacle course • Summary |
| Fri | Math: coins & patterns | Technology & Reading | Free choice • Family update |
| Workshops rotate; teachers adjust pacing to class needs. | |||
Tater Tots (Pre-K) FAQ
What ages are in Tater Tots?
Approximately 4–5 years old. When your child is ready to advance, our team will guide next steps.
Is handwriting taught formally?
Yes—pencil grip, letter formation, spacing, capitalization, and punctuation are taught explicitly in small groups.
Do you teach time and money?
Yes—time (hour/half-hour) and coins are introduced with hands-on practice and real-life applications.
Do students attend daily workshops?
Yes—short, sensory-rich rotations reinforce classroom learning in specialist spaces.
See Pre-K Learning in Action
Tours fill quickly—especially before fall. We welcome families from Orem, Provo, Lindon, Pleasant Grove & American Fork.