The learning encompassed by this frame also relates to children's early development of the attributes and attitudes that inform citizenship, through their sense of personal connectedness to various communities.

As children progress through the Kindergarten program they: 

• communicate with others in a variety of ways, for a variety of purposes, in a variety of contexts*

• identify and use social skills in play and other contexts*

• demonstrate an ability to use problem-solving skills in a variety of social contexts*

• demonstrate an understanding of the diversity among individuals and families and within schools and the wider community

• communicate their thoughts and feelings, and their theories and ideas, through various art forms

• demonstrate a sense of identity and a positive self-image

• develop an appreciation of the multiple perspectives encountered within groups, and of ways in which they themselves can contribute to groups and to group well-being

• recognize bias in ideas and develop the self-confidence to stand up for themselves and others against prejudice and discrimination

• demonstrate an awareness of their surroundings

• demonstrate an understanding of the natural world and the need to care for and respect the environment

• demonstrate an awareness of themselves as dramatists, actors, dancers, artists, and musicians through engagement in various activities in the arts

• demonstrate basic knowledge and skills gained through exposure to and engagement in drama, dance, music, and visual arts