Farms were once the standard way of life. Now they are the exception. Young children frequently have no idea where their food comes from. Ask most children where French fries come from and they will say, “McDonald’s!”

We will spend this month looking more closely at the sources of food and the changes it goes through until it is on our table. This will include lots of cooking projects.

Summer is traditionally a time for relaxation and fun and so we are setting aside Tuesdays and Thursdays for special outside activities which will be education disguised as fun! Please keep your calendar handy so that you are prepared with the things you need to bring or special clothes to wear so that your child can benefit from the experiences we have planned. Each class will have a container in the front hallway to keep special items safe and available. We are aware that this makes life a little more difficult for you, but the educational rewards for your child will be considerable!

Beginners will be counting and working with primary colors, identifying objects by their use, and trying to add the names of common farm animals to their vocabulary this month. A major focus will be on self-dressing skills (putting on shoes and socks). Outside riding toys and activities will provide opportunities for gross motor development.

Preschoolers will be reviewing colors and numbers and experimenting with beginning consonants. Outside jump ropes provide gross motor activities as well as another opportunity to count.