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Beep. Boop. Bop. Today we’re talking robots!
Let’s start with some questions:
What is a robot? What does a robot sound like? What does a robot look like? What kind of robot would you build?Now, let’s read a book
Read any book you may have that... READ MORE
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... READ MOREI 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.
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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... READ MOREKnock 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... READ MORE
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If you’re like me, and many other parents, you might be wondering how to keep the excitement and fright alive during Halloween this year for your child, while observing the guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
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Hola! September 15–October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month, so let’s celebrate! Vamonos!
QUESTIONS: What is Hispanic Heritage Month? A time when we recognize all the awesome things Hispanic Americans have done. Like what? Language, food, dance, art, movies, medicine and... READ MOREThere are gross germs everywhere! Let’s wash our hands to stay healthy.
QUESTIONS: Why do we wash our hands? What are germs? How do we wash our hands?LEARN:
What are germs? Germs are tiny organisms that can cause us to be sick. They’re so small they can’t... READ MORE
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