Summer Scrapbook
Ahoy Mateys! Lee's Little Learners kicked off the summer with a hunt for buried treasure and all things lurking deep within the sea. Pirates were invited to create their own map where "X" always marks the spot, dig for hidden treasure in the sand, create telescopes, make pirate hats, decorate a treasure chest, hear pirate stories and sing songs about the sea. A snack of decorated octo-dogs and juice was enjoyed by all.
     
Summer Snacks
Fun and nutritious snacks was the focus of a two week session of Lee's Little Learners. The children and their parents learned about making tortillas, as well as, pancakes. Everyone enjoyed eating their creations! All of the steps of food preparation and safety were discussed from the planning, hand washing and cooking to the cleaning of the dishes and tools used at the end of the meal.
Under the Sea
The sea and all of it's magic and mystery was the focus of this playgroup. The children and their caregivers had the opportunity to play outside in the water and search for sea creatures, dig through the sand, which is always present near the water and create several different art projects with the under the sea theme.
Camping
The excitement of a summer camping trip was brought to the ECC for this group. From tents to marshmallows, no fun activity was forgotten. The children and their families all had the opportunity to experience a piece of Americana by attending this family-friendly camping trip.
Summer Sports
What could be more fun during the summer than physical recreation? This group of children and their parents enjoyed learning all about the many varieties of summer sports. Information about physical activity and its importance was provided to all of the families. Participating in a variety of the sports that they had the opportunity to learn about was a bonus for the children, as well as, the parents!
Under the Stars
Laying under the night sky next to a twinkling fire with just a flashlight was one of the many activities that was available for the families who chose to attend this playgroup. Digging for bugs in the sand, snuggling in a sleeping bag and listening to a story, creating glittery stars and enjoying a special "nighttime" snack of popcorn rounded out the special playgroup. Children and parents alike were enchanted with all of the activities that the playgroup had to offer.
Songs and Stories This two week session featured several beloved stories including Five Green and Speckled Frogs and Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? The children and their families also had the opportunity to play many different musical instruments, then to make some of them for their own enjoyment at home. Music was available for dancing, the water and sand tables for exploration and each family was provided with books to take home so that they would be able to continue the learning process.
Messy Art Squishy, goopy and wet described some of the sensations that families experienced when they attended the two week Messy Art sessions. The children and their parents had the opportunity to explore several art mediums. They all enjoyed the creative process - particularly the ones that allowed them to get the messiest!
Bubbles, Bugs and Butterflies This group invited the families to experience the wonder of nature. Bubbles were blown, bugs were examined and butterflies were marveled at during this ninety minute session. Art activities and a story were also available for the families who attended this entertaining playgroup.
Outside Water Fun Families who attended this playgroup had the opportunity to get wet! Shaving cream art, painting the school with water, sand, washing baby dolls and playing with water toys in the pool were just a few of the many activities that were provided for families.
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