Instruments are a helpful tool in any sing along and storytime! Tapping, shaking, and ringing to the beat of a song helps children to hear the individual syllables and sounds that make up a word, making it easier for them to learn that word! Try ringing along to the beat of this familiar tune. Lyrics:… Continue Reading Sing Along: Can You Ring Along With Me
Tic, tac, toe, three in a row! Let’s make a game you can play on the go! Find some rocks, grab a bit of paint, and you’ll be ready to play a game of tic tac toe anywhere you go! https://youtu.be/8u99Yc1M8Ck The rules are simple: 1) Create a 3×3 grid 2) The first player selects… Continue Reading Rocking Tic Tac Toe
Looking for a cool breakfast idea? This chilled snack is perfect for brunch! With just three simple ingredients – berries, yogurt, and granola – what’s not to love? https://youtu.be/UJyYDk-YYPk
How do children learn that words stand for real objects and experiences? Through play! As you do this rhyme today, children practice what we call “symbolic play,” where their finger will become a caterpillar! Can you find a picture of a caterpillar in a story? Now can you find the word on a page? All… Continue Reading Rhyme Time: Arabella Miller with Alex
Looking for ways to keep cool on these warm days? Why not make a reusable sponge water ball (aka a Sponge Splat!)? With a few simple materials, you’ll have a great toy for playing in the sprinkler, the pool, the beach, or the splash pad!
What are your favourite popcorn toppings? Salt? Butter? Olive oil? Cheese? How about something a little sweeter? This sugary twist makes a fun snack to share this summer!
Grab some scarves and get ready to play pretend! We’re dancing around like silent butterflies today. Words: Butterflies, butterflies, flapping around. Visiting flowers, not making any sounds. Flapping your wings, as you go. Flap your wings up high, then down low. Butterflies, butterflies, flapping around. Visiting flowers, not making any sounds.
Let’s practice some hand-eye coordinator with this mini-basketball-and-cup game! This DIY toy is perfect for an afternoon of fun. How many times will you get a hole in 1?
Let’s remix lunch time with these unique sandwich creations! Kids can choose their favouite toppings and explore new combinations. Try making patterns from size, colour, or food pieces of your choice.
When it’s time to transition between activities, songs and rhymes can help make everything happen more smoothly. Join Miss Amy for a welcome rhyme, something we use before storytimes to get families ready for fun! Lyrics: Welcome, welcome, everyone!Now we’re here let’s have some fun.First we clap our hands like so,Then we bend and touch… Continue Reading Sing Along: Welcome, Welcome with Amy