AGES 2-3 | F-7 Social

Foundations of Wonder: A Year of Growth and Discovery
"Every child is a world of potential, and this is where their journey begins."
At The F-7 Paragon Institute, we believe in nurturing young learners through a program that emphasizes strength, curiosity, and creativity. Designed for ages 2–3, the Foundations of Wonder introduces advanced concepts in a way that respects your child’s natural pace of development.

This year-long journey builds resilience, intellectual curiosity, and creative expression, while weaving in essential skills like martial arts, early academics, emotional intelligence, and geographical awareness. We introduce new ideas gradually, revisiting key concepts to ensure a strong foundation that evolves as your child grows.

Program Goals

Physical Resilience and Strength: Develop coordination, balance, and early martial arts skills.
Wisdom and Curiosity: Foster early problem-solving, critical thinking, and ethical awareness through storytelling, exploration, and hands-on activities.
Creative Growth and Connection: Encourage imagination, artistic expression, and emotional intelligence through sensory play, music, and role-playing.
Geographical Awareness: Introduce natural features, local environments, and basic map skills to inspire curiosity about the world.
Reinforcement of Knowledge: Review and revisit key concepts throughout the year to ensure mastery and confidence.

Our Philosophy
Every child learns in their own unique way, at their own pace. This program is designed to expose children to a variety of experiences, helping them explore their interests while focusing on their natural strengths. It’s not about mastery at this age—it’s about creating a safe, engaging environment where they feel confident to try, learn, and grow.

Curriculum Pillars

1. Strength: Building Resilience and Confidence
Inspired by Spartacus, Theodore Roosevelt, and Miyamoto Musashi
Children channel their energy into purposeful physical activities that lay the groundwork for balance, coordination, and focus.

Foundational Movements: Tumbling, crawling, jumping, balancing, and stretching.
Martial Arts Basics:
- Muay Thai: Simple punches, kicks, and stances with a small punch bag.
- Wrestling: Rolling, crawling, and basic grappling drills with a parent or dummy.
- Jiu-Jitsu: Gentle introduction to positions like mount, side control, and basic escapes.
Resilience Games: Fun challenges like obstacle courses, “treasure hunts,” and movement-based games that require persistence.

2. Wisdom: Fostering Curiosity and Problem-Solving
Inspired by Plato, Marcus Aurelius, and Alexander Graham Bell
Wisdom encompasses critical thinking, curiosity-driven exploration, and ethical decision-making.

Storytelling and Open-Ended Questions: Encourage critical thinking by asking, “What do you think happens next?” or “Why do you think that happened?”
Hands-On Problem-Solving: Sorting and matching games, cause-and-effect experiments (e.g., ramps, stacking), and treasure hunts.
Flashcards as a Tool: Introduce numbers, shapes, colors, animals, and opposites.
Early Ethical Thinking: Simple moral dilemmas and emotion-based discussions (e.g., “How would you help a sad friend?”).
Geographical Awareness: Explore natural features like rivers, forests, and mountains through stories, art, and hands-on activities.

3. Refinement: Creativity, Connection, and Emotional Growth
Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci, Beethoven, and Thomas Jefferson
Creativity flourishes through sensory experiences, role-playing, and artistic expression.

Art and Sensory Play: Finger painting, clay modeling, and building towers with blocks.
Music and Rhythm: Drumming, clapping, and marching games to develop coordination and rhythm.
Role-Playing and Imaginative Play: Pretend to be animals, adventurers, or helpers in stories and scenarios.
Emotional Regulation: Teach children to name and express emotions through stories and guided reflection.

Monthly Themes and Built-In Review
The program rotates through engaging monthly themes, incorporating consistent review to reinforce foundational concepts.
Months 1–3: Foundations

Themes: Warrior Movements, Counting and Coordination, Exploring the World.
Focus: Tumbling, balancing, storytelling, shapes, colors, and numbers.

Months 4–6: Expanding Skills

Themes: Rhythm and Resilience, Animals and Adventures, Patterns and Problem-Solving.
Focus: Martial arts basics, animal movements, counting, early pattern recognition, and ethical thinking.

Months 7–9: Growing Confidence

Themes: Mini Gymnasts, Heroes and Helpers, Creativity in Motion.
Focus: Rolling, grappling, imaginative play, actions, and geographical features.

Months 10–12: Mastery and Celebration

Themes: Advanced Coordination, Exploring the World Again, Mini Warrior Graduation.
Focus: Combining all learned skills into sequences, creating stories, and celebrating achievements.

Weekly Structure
Example Session (30–40 Minutes)

Warm-Up (5 Minutes)
- Light stretches, tumbling, or crawling drills.
Martial Arts Focus (10 Minutes)
- Rotate between Muay Thai, wrestling, and jiu-jitsu drills.
Wisdom Activity (10 Minutes)
- Storytelling, problem-solving games, or flashcard-based exploration.
Creative Play (10 Minutes)
- Sensory art, music, or role-playing inspired by the week’s theme.
Reflection and Connection (5 Minutes)
- Celebrate what they learned and encourage sharing with parents.

Why Choose Foundations of Wonder?

Holistic Development: Balances physical strength, intellectual growth, and emotional connection.
Flexible and Supportive: Adapts to your child’s unique pace and interests.
Rooted in Greatness: Inspired by history’s most brilliant minds to foster timeless values.
Hands-On and Engaging: Keeps children actively learning through play, movement, and exploration.
Parent-Child Bonding: Strengthens relationships through meaningful shared activities.

"This isn’t just education—it’s the first step in your child’s lifelong adventure toward confidence, curiosity, and greatness."