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Preschool Fun: Bubbles!
Today we’re going to have some fun with bubbles! Don’t have any bubbles? No worries – we’ll make some in the end! Let’s start with some questions: Do you like blowing bubbles? Can you show me how you blow bubbles? Can you dance in the bubbles? What color are bubbles? Now, let’s read…
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Art 101: Ancient Greek Pottery
I normally teach our Art 101 events in-person, but since we’re unable to do that for the time being in this post I would like to share a little bit of information about ancient Greek pottery and how you can create your own Greek style flowerpot for your home. Pottery served many functions in ancient Greek…
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Preschool Fun: Kittens!
Welcome to another week of Preschool Fun! Several weeks ago, we highlighted puppies and I heard kittens were a bit jealous. So, this week – we honor our feline friends. Let’s start by asking your child a few questions: What sound do kittens make? What do kittens grow up to be? Do kittens walk on two…
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Preschool Fun: Farm Animals!
Knock knock. (Who’s there?)Cows go. (Cows go who?)NO! Cows go moo! In case you haven’t figured it out, this week’s preschool theme is farm animals! So, let’s have some fun! Start by asking your child a few questions. This lets you hear their thoughts and makes them feel heard! Where do cows live? What sound…
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Preschool Fun: Dinosaurs!
What do you call a sleeping dinosaur? A dino-snore! This week we’re all about dinosaurs, so let’s go have a roaring good time. Let’s start by asking your child a few questions: Tell me about dinosaurs! What does a dinosaur sound like? What’s your favorite dinosaur? Next, read any book you might have on…
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Discover a New Hobby
Staying at home when you are not used to it can be stressful and super boring. One way to help alleviate both is by taking up a new hobby. As someone who loves mastering new skills, I have learned a few things about how to get started. 1. Choose a Hobby You’ll Like Do you enjoy…
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Preschool Fun: Cars!
New Friday, new theme! Welcome to our weekly series, Preschool Fun. Today our activities center around something we aren’t using much right now, but kids still love. That’s right, CARS! Start by asking your child a few questions. It’s important to let them express themselves and feel their opinions are validated. Plus, it’s neat…
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Craft Ideas for Your Home
With many people at home during self-isolation, now is the perfect opportunity to learn a new craft and get organized around the house. Crafting is a great way to relax, relieve stress and have fun. Below, I have listed three inexpensive craft projects you can enjoy making at home. 1. Marble Dipped Mugs For this…
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Build a Backyard Ecosystem
Orders to stay at home can have some people longing for the outdoors and the wildlife that comes with it. Fortunately, for those with a yard there is no reason you can’t invite some native Florida wildlife into your life. You may not be able to acquire all the plants you will want right now…
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How Analogue Tools Help to Connect Us
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we conduct our daily lives. While text messaging, email and video chat are currently bridging the “social” part of social distancing, it’s important we remain connected to one another in ways that allow mental breaks from the sensory overload that comes from our devices. Stop! Slow down. Breathe. As…
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