Enchanted Forest Art and Dramatic Play

Greetings, Mariposa families! As our scientific study of animals’ homes progressed, we began to incorporate fictional stories of animals nesting in their homes in winter. Books like Bear’s Winter Party and Mole in a Black and White Hole enchanted the Mariposa children with their illustrations of cozy burrows decorated with  treasures from the natural world. […]

Spotlight on Mathematical and Scientific Thinking

Beaver Lodges As we enter the winter months we are turning our attention towards animal homes, particularly ones built for hibernation and escaping the cold weather. The children are learning about how animals create their own little sanctuaries for warmth and comfort. An invitation to build a beaver dam was presented in our sensory bin […]