Learn through play
Develop skills in reading and writing, like recognizing and writing letters, learning new words, and telling stories
(Beginning in kindergarten, schools use the Wit & Wisdom curriculum)Build a foundation for math by recognizing numbers, counting, adding, subtracting, and identifying shapes
Learn about being part of a family and a community
Study weather, plants, and animals
Learn habits for staying healthy
Develop self-esteem and how to manage feelings, behavior, and independence
Learn to share and work with other children
State testing
Some tests measure where students are in different areas and help teachers know how best to support each child. The KRA is one of these tests. Children in Maryland take this test early in their kindergarten year to measure where they are in language and literacy, math, social skills, physical well-being, and motor development.