DDC Smithfield’s Preschool One learned all about cranberries! We measured them, watched how farmers harvest them in bogs, guessed if they could sink or float and even tasted them! When we were done we graphed our information together.
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Children of all ages love learning about the weather! The beginning of autumn brings so many exciting learning opportunities. Improve language skills as you discuss with your child why leaves change color and fall down. Teach science concepts by exploring and experimenting with pumpkins, apples, and leaves. Math skills are reinforced through counting, graphing, and comparing. Read […]
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Most young children love exploring in the dirt and you can turn gardening together into a great learning opportunity! By doing a little bit of prep work, any child can learn all about gardening. My first suggestion is ensure you are all able to garden with minimal stress. Make sure everyone is wearing “gardening clothes” […]
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Both our Dr. Day Care Pawtucket Thornley St. students and North Providence Kids Klub summer camp students have been enjoying classes with Mr. Todd this summer. Read more about his experiences teaching art with Kids Klub at Greystone in this The Valley Breeze article: At Greystone, this is more than a summertime art class NORTH PROVIDENCE […]
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Lemonade stands- a summer tradition! But in today’s fast-paced world, what are the benefits of children running a lemonade stand? What could they possibly be learning? There is so much to learn! Children who hold a lemonade stand either to raise funds for a charity or a little bit of spending money are learning lifelong […]
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Many parents garden with their children, it is a great learning opportunity! Children can learn about the weather, nature, measuring, tracking, and so much more. But have you ever tried having a WORM farm with your children? I think most parents know that kids typically love insects, dirt, and mud. Lots of children (especially at the […]
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