Why children need boundaries… I use the metaphor of driving over a bridge. If there are no guardrails you’re going to drive pretty slowly and not only that you are not really going to pay attention to the beauty of the world around...
MoreYPT Blog Week April 5-6
Hello YPT Families, This week, as we had some warmer weather, children were interested in looking for bugs, observing trees and running games. An outside game that has been very popular is running and chasing one another. As this game progresses...
MoreYAD April 5-9
Hello families! This week was a whirlwind for us because we did so many projects and activities this week! We found new sand like our black sand that was white with glitter in it! The kids enjoyed scooping with measuring spoons and cups and...
MoreOAD April 5-9
Often, when there is a conflict between parent and child, at its very hub is an expectation that the child should be acting differently. Sometimes these expectations run counter what is known about children’s growth. They stem from...
MoreOP’s March 29th -April 2nd
https://photos.app.goo.gl/38jiagZ6gbQbZDaq5 Week March 29 – April 2 Project Time: Table: sewing, fabric, yarn, string Table: Melting Crayon Sensory Table: “Bunny grass” and toys Block Carpet: Carpenter Blocks and baby...
MoreCreating Daily Routines With Your OAD
Daily Routines With Your OAD By Kaitlyn Erb Predictability and routine are incredibly important in early childhood. Creating routines in a young child’s everyday environments offers security, stability, and the opportunity to explore and learn...
MoreYounger Primes
The Younger Primes children were excited to share their research findings with their classmates and teachers. Each child had an opportunity to talk about his/her topic and show any pictures they had. Several children shared pictures that were...
MoreYAD’s Spring Break
Good bye March! This is the season when children are so excited to be outside and there is so much to do and see with the changing season. Spring Break Highlights: Shakers Making scrambled eggs Glue gun creations Making lemonade Washing babies...
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