Miss Valerie from the Museum Center visited our classroom today with a really great program! The preschoolers discussed the difference between backyard animals and barnyard animals. They practiced sorting the animals based on where they live and we even got to see a real bat!
Today the preschoolers had a very exciting day with a special visitor and celebration. We learned about the act of storytelling and listened to Dancing Moon and her helper, Bright Rainbow, share a story with a very valuable lesson.
The preschoolers enjoyed peeking into the lives of Native American children. We learned all about the importance of corn. The children husked and enjoyed corn on the cob just like Native Americans daily meals. Ask your preschooler the Native American word for corn!
Another chore for Native American children was popping kernels off the ear of corn to grind it into cornmeal for eating and storing.
The preschoolers explored beautiful Native American jewelry and artifacts. Then they got the chance to create their very own necklace with feathers and beads.
Arrowheads, spears, and bow and arrows were big hits this morning. The children loved learning about Native American weapons and materials they used to hunt and feed their families.
We ended our special day with our Painted Pony project. We looked at pictures of Native American celebrations with horses painted with beautiful designs and images. Ask your little one how they painted their pony!
We watched today as an Inuit boy learned how to build his first igloo. We also read the book, Inside an Igloo and learned why igloos have a small tunnel as an entrance. Ask your them why!
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Creative Tots has specialized in the private education of both toddlers and preschool age children for over 15 years. We began in the heart of Madeira and now also have a new Mason location. We are specifically designed to focus on early childhood development for children ages 18 months to 5 years.
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