Today as I watched the boys play I had an epiphany. I’m sure it’s not anything that no one has heard before but it was re-emphasized to me in front […]
Happy birthday Johnny Appleseed
Today as parents came in there were tiny apple pies set aside especially for the parents. There’s no reason they should miss all the fun. Thanks to those that brought […]
The Value of Mud Play
So before I go into the academic/social advantages of allowing your children to play in the mud- let’s just talk about joy. JOY !! Look at the JOY on their […]
Rainy Day Fun
I wish I had enough rain suits and boots for everyone to go on adventures in the rain. Wouldn’t that make for some amazing memories! Until then we will hang […]
Beauty in Nature
Natural beauty can be seen everywhere. White fluffy clouds float above the playground, a spiders web flutters in a gentle wind and flowers shoot up in a nearby garden. Today […]
Mark – it Tips
The motor skill required for writing begin when your baby first grasped a rattle.It takes a lot of practice for fine motor control to develop. By the time your child […]
Wonderful ,Wet Water
Today is dress/talk like a pirate day. Many of our friends showed up in pirate attire. Some of the children used a blue tarp in the yard as water and […]
Sensational Sand
You’ve probably noticed – in our yard or at the playground – how much your child likes to dig in the sand. Sand is great fun, but it’s also wonderful […]
Large Motor Development
Running, jumping, climbing, skipping, hopping, throwing, and balancing come naturally to young children. Kids need plenty of opportunities to practice. These large motor activities are an important part of your […]