I thought we were still in the middle of the summer – so I was surprised to get messages asking what fall programs are planned. Then I realized next week is August and fall programs start in just over a…
I thought we were still in the middle of the summer – so I was surprised to get messages asking what fall programs are planned. Then I realized next week is August and fall programs start in just over a…
This month we have been focusing on Language development. From speech to reading to writing we’ve focused on building a love for literature. Literature is beyond a school readiness skill. Reading and writing are skills that will not only help…
Some of my students are interested “in a galaxy far far away.” The make-believe world of Star Wars is being watched and played out by this next generation and it awesome how much they learn about society and communities from such…
I’ve been asked to write about “social stuff.” Most people count “social stuff” as making friends, and at “Adventure Academy” we make friends when we make a mess and make believe together. Infants to pre-teens play together and learn together in…
Most of our local school districts are on Spring Break this week, which means many parents are starting to plan summer break! I’ve been getting lots of requests for summer care and tutoring services, but due to our baby girl’s…
“If a child can’t learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn.” It sounds simple – yet in today’s packed classrooms where teachers are given their curriculum guidelines it is a challenge to individualize lessons.…
I woke up to snow and realized we didn’t get through our “to do” list yet this week. This last week of October always seems to be a busy one, trying to keep up with work and home life while preparing for…
Parents and providers recently discussed how resources regarding growth and change are provided throughout spring themes, but not throughout other seasons. Considering all the changes and transitions the fall season brings Mi Families (“my families“) reached out with resources, and…
Towards the end of our last article I wrote “…They have goals, and these goals include becoming responsible and respectful members of our future community…” I was asked if kids even understand the concept of community: A 9year old answered…
Classrooms are finally starting to get the school year rhythm down. Peeking inside a classroom you’ll see kids sitting at desks and teachers standing up front explaining the lessons. As teachers figure out the keys to help their new students learn best,…