At Thompkins  Early Childhood Center, all areas of study are taught within

 the realm of a single theme.  This approach is called integrated thematic

 curriculum.   Thematic curriculum provides children with opportunities for

 social interaction and fosters autonomy as students are allowed to make

 decisions.  Cooperative learning is promoted as students work together on

 projects. The integrated thematic curriculum is a very productive

 means of teaching young children to think for themselves.

These children are creating a mural after reading the book Mrs. Wishy Washy.