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Arts & Crafts: Blow Painting with Straws

by Kim Anh Vo | Feb 25, 2021 | Arts & Crafts

Blow painting with straws is a fun activity for children because it provides excellent opportunities to experiment with colour and different ways to paint other than using a paintbrush. The best part is that this abstract art can be interpreted and turned into...

Raised Salt Painting

by Brittany Ashmeade | Nov 17, 2020 | Arts & Crafts

Art is a very important part of learning and creative expression. This raised salt painting activity is a great DIY activity to try at home! Materials needed: Card stock Wet glue (Elmers is a good option) Table salt Water colours Paint brushes Steps: Squeeze your...

Learning Healthy Living In “Fun With Fitness” Class

by Brittany Ashmeade | Oct 29, 2020 | Healthy Living, Teaching

Last week our “Fun with Fitness” class emphasized the importance of healthy living. Our virtual lesson highlighted that healthy foods are fundamental to a healthy lifestyle and we need to be aware of the five special food groups in order to grow big and strong and get...

“I Spy” Is More Than Just A Game

by Brittany Ashmeade | Oct 20, 2020 | Activities, Parenting, Resource Recommendations, Teaching

Within our Kindergarten Readiness and STEAM classes, early learning games and activities are a priority. A childhood favourite is “I Spy”. This game is a great way to keep our students connected to their learning and have fun. “I Spy” aims to help children improve...

Fun Fitness Dance Activity

by Fabiana Scolieri | Aug 5, 2020 | Healthy Living

Ever wonder what to do with your kids during those rainy days? We know getting active and moving our bodies are good for us, but how many of us actually spend time intentionally get our bodies moving? This activity will get your kiddos moving while having fun! Even...

Hands-on Fun: Simple At-Home Experiments for Young Scientists!

by Julia Hess | Aug 4, 2020 | STEAM

Simple at-home science experiments are a fun way to learn about the world around us through hands-on activities. Completing these experiments at home will allow students to practice following instructions and problem-solving, and they will be excited to find out what...

Cherry Blossom DIY Art Activity

by Doran Reed | Apr 26, 2020 | Arts & Crafts

Nothing says Spring like seeing cherry blossom trees begin blossoming in gorgeous shades of pink and white! This painting is a wonderful spring art project for kids with an added bonus of paiting with different textures! Supplies: Canvas pape Acrylic or tempra paint...

Interactive Yoga for Preschoolers, with Doran!

by Doran Reed | Apr 26, 2020 | Healthy Living

Interactive yoga for preschoolers is a fantastic way to start your day. Jumping and stretching are energizing and you can never go wrong! In this video… Set up your yoga mat if you have one, along with any yoga cards you might have (If you have them) Ask your...