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August 20, 2010

Doodle Bugs! Friday Five

“Children learn as they play. Most importantly, in play, children learn how to learn.” — O. Fred Donaldson Happy Friday! It’s been another beautiful week at Doodle Bugs! — full of learning, laughter and lots of fun: Sprinkler Fun (Cheektowaga) Family Picnic (Orchard Park) Car Wash (Webster) More Hometown Heroes (West Amherst) Fun with Friends Read More »

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August 14, 2010

Doodle Bugs! Friday Five

Happy Friday! We’re happy to share five fun photos that give you a glimpse of the doodle difference. Enjoy! Messy fun makes a doodle day complete. (Orchard Park) The ‘Fun Factor’ at Doodle Bugs! is something to smile about! (Clarence) We’re so proud of our Hometown Heroes! (Penfield) Many thanks to the families and faculty Read More »

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August 6, 2010

Doodle Bugs! Friday Five

Happy Friday! We’re happy to share 5 fun photos to start your weekend with a smile. Enjoy! Teacher, colleague, rickshaw driver — a doodle team member does it all! (Orchard Park) DEAR (drop everything and read) time is extra special when older campers are guest readers. (West Amherst) Aloha! Snow cones are the perfect addition Read More »

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July 23, 2010

Doodle Bugs! Friday Five

Happy Friday! It’s been a fabulous week at Doodle Bugs! — see for yourself: Friends at the Webster center got to ‘Drench the Director’ with water balloons! Classroom 11 was the official winner of the recycling contest, but Liz is a great sport, so every Pre-K and School Age camper joined in the fun. Faculty Read More »

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July 20, 2010

Doodle Bugs! Team Tuesday: Issue #24

“In summer, the song sings itself.”   ~William Carlos Williams Summer Camp 2010 is well underway and campers at every doodle location agree — it’s amazing! Clubs, field trips, the Mystery Express and tons of special events guarantee that every doodle day is full of smiles & sunshine! It is a pleasure to recognize a few of Read More »

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July 6, 2010

Doodle Bugs! Team Tuesday: Issue #23

“A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality.” – John Lennon It is always a pleasure to recognize a teaching team that works beautifully together, sharing a vision for the best possible early care and education. Today, we are proud to highlight Brianna & Sarah and Cassie Read More »

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June 22, 2010

Doodle Bugs! Team Tuesday: Issue #21

In anticipation of Pre-K Graduation 2010, this edition of Team Tuesday celebrates the entire early childhood team! Every member of the doodle community is responsible for children’s successful transition to elementary school. For taking that responsibility seriously and working hard to build a community of happy children, happy parents and happy teachers, we say THANK Read More »

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June 12, 2010

Doodle Bugs! Friday Five

Happy Friday! We’re happy to share five more fabulous photos of the doodle details that made our week delightful! Everyone got a kick out of our year-end Tae Kwon Do demonstrations! (Lancaster) Friends jumped for joy during Doodle Dance & Fitness demonstrations. (Webster) A  game of  ‘Mermaid Says’ made quite a splash! (Orchard Park) The Read More »

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June 4, 2010

Doodle Bugs! Friday Five

Happy Friday! Our curriculum focus on Oceans made quite a splash in our classrooms this week, so we’re happy to share 5 fun photos of fabulous thematic learning experiences – enjoy! Sand, water and seaweed created a slippery, sloppy, super sensory experience. (Cheektowaga) Goggles and snorkels made circle time more fun. (Orchard Park) Every artist added a personal Read More »

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May 4, 2010

Doodle Bugs! Team Tuesday: Issue #15

“Children and adults who play together discover a world beyond themselves, engendering respect for each individual’s knowledge, strengths and values.” Today’s edition of Team Tuesday features a few examples of the wonderful collaboration between our centers and local adult-care organizations. These community connections allow our students and our visitors to enjoy the many benefits of intergenerational relationships. Read More »

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