What a fabulous first week of the new year we have had. All the children were elated to get back to our planned activities and what a treat to have such a fun subject as planets, etc.
On Monday’s Bible day we reviewed Jesus’ birth, how he was born in Bethlehem and visited by the Wise Men, how he traveled with Mary and Joseph to Nazareth, how he grew from a young boy to a man and how he was baptized by John the Baptist.
All week we have enjoyed discovering about our solar system. Hanging a ceiling solar system, working on our countdown book for the month, enjoying our space flash cards and the great new books about space adventures … all the children have been very excited. We also studied the letter “M”, the number “5”, on our science day we played with containers of water and straws blowing our air into the containers and making bubbles discussing volume and how everything takes up space and much more. We are also talking about foods and the food groups and how the right kinds of foods act as fuel for our bodies just like rockets are fueled. On Friday we helped Aaron celebrate his third birthday with a big bday iced cookie, hats and balloons provided by Aaron’s Mom. What a treat for everyone.
Ms Cassima has been here all day this week to help me gradually ramp up my activity with the children. Some days I admit I overdid it but by the end of the week, I was able to see a marked improvement. Ms Cassima will be with us every afternoon only this next week and is available for the week thereafter if needed. I have had such great help during this process.
Early notice …… we will have a show and tell day the last Wednesday of January for the letters “M, N, & O”. I will remind you as time gets closer but please be thinking about it so your child can participate.
Hugs to all.
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Research shows at least 80 percent of a child's brain development occurs by age three & as much as 30% of that brain capacity can be lost without a nurturing environment that encourages learning during those early years. The first years bring "doors of opportunity” that open a child’s life forever. Working hand-in-hand with parents, we provide a balanced mix of love, playtime, rest, devotions and learning activities, always striving to foster self-esteem, in a Christian focused environment as our little ones walk through these early doors of opportunity.
About Grandma
I strive to honor God in everything I do. I enjoy motorcycles, motorboats and scuba diving. I love my husband and my family and I adore my grandchildren. I have always had a heart for children. If children are around, I'm frequently the one on the floor playing with them. After 20+ years in HR, Accounting & Office Management, I chose a self employed venue in child care with aspirations of making a difference in the lives of children. I am a certified Professional Child Care Administrator licensed with the TDPRS to care for twelve children, ages infant thru pre-kindergarten. I employ one full-time assistant. I love my job but it's hard to let go when it's time for the children to move on. Even though they are not my grandchildren, I bond with them as if they were. Alas, tis the nature of the business. But if I can instill in them an excitement for learning, sow a few Godly seeds in their lives, if they can see Jesus thru me, it's certainly worth it.
About Ms Meagan
Megan has worked with children for many years both in the day school and Bible school environment. After trying her hand as a Paralegal, she decided to change her career path, go back to school and is now enrolled in college courses both on-line and at night at a local community college. Megan is focusing on a degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development. Working here at GHD will provide her opportunities of practical application and she likes the aspect that it will allow her time to work on her studies while the children are napping. She anticipates staying with us for three years while she continues her studies and then pursues a career in the field of Early Childhood Education. I’m thrilled with the direction God has led me in finding Megan.
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