Fingerprints is a three-level program in American English for pre-school children. It develops language through involvement in a variety of fun, child-centered activities. Children learn vocabulary and sentence structures as they sing, chant, play games, have conversations, take part in physical activities and put on plays. In addition, art, science, math and cooking projects provide opportunities for communicative use of the language and focused development of children?s skills. Level 1 consists of ten thematic units, providing material for each month of the school year. The units present high-interest vocabulary and language structures, which are then recycled in subsequent units. This helps children develop confidence and competence with the language, by building on what they already know. Similarly, Levels 2 and 3 review and extend the language presented in level 1.
