Spiders
During the past couple of weeks we have offered the children a selection of materials, clothes pins, pipe cleaners, wiki-stix and a variety of papers. Butterflies, people and bugs were made. A spider made on Friday
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Carrot Spaghetti
Ursula begins her morning, playing with rabbit finger puppets. I am going to make spaghetti! You get all the carrots in the neighborhood and you bake them. These are how many carrots I buy each day.
Gardens, Bunnies, Birds and Bees
Many children have been captivated while working in the miniature gardens. On a quiet table, facing the window, a child can either have a meditative time alone or choose to play with another child. Two
Happy Mother’s Day
What better way to wish all our moms a Happy Mothers Day than with a colorful bouquet from all the kids in Extended Day!
A Playground Discovery
One morning, Miles discovers that if he places a ball on the handle of a shovel, and then stomps on the shovel end, the ball will go flying! Thrilled with his discovery, Miles practices over and
Taking Care of the Earth
April 22nd is Earth Day. What does that mean? What is Earth Day? We asked the children what they knew. When we all talk about protecting the earth so the earth doesn’t get hurt or damaged.You
How to draw a Grandpa
Ellie was busy at the easel, trying out the gel crayons. Smoother than a traditional crayon but not drippy like paint, and with a big selection of vibrant colors Ellie began her drawing. Standing close by
Working on our Cork Board
After completing the taping design on our cork board, now it was time to mix our own shades of green and paint the spaces in between the tape. We look at the Lincoln Nursery School car
Working with Tape
We offered squares of cork and a basket of washi tape to further explore the children’s interest in using tape. It took concentration and persistence to peel, tear, cut, measure and lay the tape flat on
Smooth Sailing
Marky arrived at Early Arrival so find Thomas playing with the blocks in Studio Blue.Do you want to make a place to park the cars?No, said Thomas, Let’s make a pirate ship.M – OK. I’m going