The Value of Visual Art Activities for Your Preschooler Visual art experiences help children develop skills such as critical thinking, self-expression, problem-solving, communication and collaboration. Our teachers focus on process-based art education, in which the experience of creating art is valued over the end product. In our classrooms, teachers integrate…
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January 2016
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October News
Exploring Community Helpers & the Roles They Play This month, our students are gaining a greater understanding of community helper occupations, such as police officers, mail carriers, medical professionals and firefighters. The children have a lot of fun imagining themselves in these important roles, and incorporating toy versions of the…
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September News
Developing Balance Skills in Young Children From Tummy Time to Bike Riding Balance is a fundamental skill necessary for maintaining controlled positions, such as sitting in a chair, or engaging in physical activities like running or riding a bike. Having balance makes motor skill development easier, reduces the risk of…
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July News
Fun Ways to Keep Your Child Engaged in Learning this Summer Summer offers unique opportunities for children to learn through fun, multi-sensory experiences. Our teachers continue to use our Links to Learning curriculum to help children develop new skills throughout the summer. Here are some examples of types of activities…
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June News
From the Education Department 25 Books to Enjoy with Your Child – Recommended Reading Adventures for Summer – Whatever your child’s age, it is important to continue shared reading experiences even during summer. Reading together frequently has been shown to have a profound positive influence on vocabulary acquisition, speech development…
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