October 17, 2012

3rd Annual Early Childhood Conference – “Play has a Purpose”

Our outstanding team is truly the heart of our program’s success. With their dedication, enthusiasm and genuine love for early childhood education, our teachers work...

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July 12, 2012

Fostering Creativity: The importance of Open-Ended Art Experiences

As teachers, we are frequently reminded of the importance of open-ended art experiences for our children and avoiding the concern of creating a finished product....

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June 21, 2012

Pin-Hole Camera

This is a great activity for the PreK classrooms and School Age groups. How does a camera turn a big image into a tiny picture?...

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June 12, 2012

Dad Rocks! Father’s Day Gift

We all know that Dad’s rock, right? Well, here is a fun way to let them know – give them a hand-made paper weight for Father’s...

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June 8, 2012

Flower Book Marks

Create these Dried Flower Book Marks with your children so they can use them during DEAR Time, free play or Book Club! The art of...

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May 31, 2012

Cut-It-Out!

Six Stages of Cutting Skills Tearing Snipping Fringing Cutting strips Cutting on a line Cutting shapes Each child has their own interest and skill level,...

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May 24, 2012

Play Dough Shapes

Learning about shapes is something that should be included in every doodle day. Here is an activity you can try with your children to teach...

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May 17, 2012

Lifting Ice Cubes

You will need: 2 small cups for each child, water, ice cubes, salt, yarn cut into 3 inch sections. Directions: Partially fill cup 1 with...

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May 8, 2012

Happy Mother’s Day Activity

Mothers sure do love flowers! Here is a simple and precious Mother’s Day keepsake that will stay colorful all-year long. You will need: Colored construction paper,...

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May 3, 2012

Best Bubble Solution Ever

Bubbles! What makes these light-weight phenomonoms so interesting? Young children love chasing bubbles, older ones like blowing them, and everyone loves popping them! With the...

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April 26, 2012

Party Art

Is it someone’s birthday in your classroom? Add to the fun with this simple craft: You Will Need: Party decorations and supplies (streamers, gift bows,...

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April 19, 2012

Finger Puppets for Babies

A newborn’s vision is limited. Baby is unaware of things that are far distanced, but bring something right closer (between 8 and 10 inches) and her...

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