Suggested and sorted by month due to annual timing of some events. JANUARY San Francisco Zoo (flat, has “cat” house to view feedings) or Oakland Zoo (hills, has elephants). (Want to see Pandas? San Diego zoo has them, but that is another post…) Winchester Mystery House (San Jose) if you’ve never gone, I suggest a … Continue reading 52 Family-Friendly Adventures In and Around the Bay Area
Because we encourage lots of artistic expression and play, children will often "get messy". We do have an artist smock for each child for arts and crafts, or an apron for cooking, but accidents happen (glitter glue, ketchup, mud, etc.), so please dress your child with the awareness that his or her fun experiences may … Continue reading Clothing and Personal Property Policy
Following are 13 strategies for your family to help develop your child's learning from Child, Family, School, Community - Socialization and Support, 10th ed. by Roberta Berns Express your love. Spend time with your child. Talk and listen. Help child to be independent (let child do things he/she can do). Use everyday opportunities to teach … Continue reading Family Involvement in Learning
Calendar below lists observed dates with special learning activities that are based on cultural and national celebrations or traditions. Observed Dates 2019 Celebration Activities Jan 21, Mon. MLK Day Art project and story Feb 5, Tue. Chinese New Year Story, art projects, celebration food Feb 14, Thur. Valentine’s Day Valentines cards, Friendship Poems, Cupcakes Feb … Continue reading 2019 Special Learning Days Calendar
I remember, with a frown and shake of my head, when my mother mentioned her confusion and disappointment at my choice of career in childcare after obtaining multiple degrees in intercultural studies and having my UC Berkeley degree focus in cultural ideology and the political economy of globalization. It makes absolute sense to me though! … Continue reading “One is not ideal for all, but all is ideal for one.”
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