Coral Reefs

This month, our enrichment theme is "Down Under," and the children are learning all about Australia and the surrounding region. As part of their science activities, they've been busy creating beautiful coral reef models

 

Heart Stamping

Even as February comes to a close, love is still in the air at The Academy of Cool Springs! Our Toddler One classroom has been busy creating beautiful heart-themed artwork. Using a paper towel roll as a homemade stamp, the children dipped their hands in paint and stamped colorful hearts onto paper, resulting in unique masterpieces.

This fun activity helped develop their fine motor skills while fostering their creativity.

Spreading the Love

The Academy of Cool Springs has been busy spreading the love! Today, our students created heartwarming valentines to share with others. We're excited to bring these amazing works of art to the residents of NHC soon.

Discovering Blue and Green!

Check it out! We are learning about blue and green this week! The children have been so curious and have enjoyed exploring these colors in various ways. They learned about mixing colors. They used photo cards to see blue in familiar ways. With their photo cards, teachers stimulated discussion around the photographs and expanded the toddler's vocabulary.  They also practiced finding blue objects during an activity called "Seeing Blue". They will repeat these lessons for the color green, as well. Learning to apply their knowledge to new situations allows them to develop their critical thinking skills. Throughout the month the children have discovered and explored red and orange and are looking forward to working with black and white! 

Keeping Our Bodies Moving!

    It's Fitness Fanatics time and the kids are having a blast! During the month of January we focus on ways to encourage a healthy lifestyle! Moving our bodies, enjoying snacks and meals that benefit us, and learning more about healthy habits is our approach to the beginning of a strong foundation for our children. Throughout the month of January our calendar includes a variety of activities that lead us to teachable moments. We are having conversations about the "why" behind taking care ourselves. We are talking about choices and the effects of our choices. We are spending time practicing mindfulness and breathing. We are building each other up during challenges and learning about positive self-talk! Today the children designed and participated in an indoor obstacle course! They did great and had a blast challenging their bodies! Later this month we have winter yoga, healthy hopscotch, MPACT personal trainer visiting, and fitness trivia for our parents! 

Ringing in the New Year

 There is no better way to start 2025 than spending time with these smiling faces! We talked about resolutions, made crafts and noise makers, but mostly spent time together laughing and playing. The holiday season always brings lower attendance in our classrooms, so while we miss our friends who stay home, we enjoy the special bonding time with those that come to school. We wish all our AoCS families a happy, healthy, safe New Year!