Mt. Carmel Community Academy

Movement grows the brain.

Run, dance, climb, hop—physical play strengthens motor skills and supports emotional regulation.

Help your child follow multi-step directions.

“Put the toy away → wash hands → choose a book.” This builds memory and readiness for kindergarten routines.

Try a pattern hunt.

Look for patterns together — stripes on shirts, tiles on the floor, red-blue blocks. Then challenge your child to make one of their own.

Quality time builds strong brains.

Try a new experience this weekend—museum, park, or cooking together. New experiences build curiosity and emotional growth.

Invite families to participate in a simple at-home activity—planting seeds, nature scavenger hunts, or reading challenges.

Where does the time go? ⏰ Apply today to see if your 4-year-old is eligible for free, high-quality pre-K. Go to OnMyWayPreK.org NOW to fill out the easy-to-use application! 💻📲

Give us a call today at (317) 890-2740 to learn more about On My Way Pre-K!

Celebrate kindness.

When your child shares, comforts a friend, or takes turns, name that behavior: “That was thoughtful!”

Playdates aren’t “just play". Taking turns, solving small disagreements, and making up games together all help children build social skills they use every day in the classroom.

Support your child’s communication.

Encourage them to explain how they completed a task or describe steps in a familiar routine.