Mother Goose Time embraces a youngster’s first experience with art and does so in a way that isn’t overwhelming. As an example, a brief introduction to Pablo Picasso is found within the monthly theme of Friends and Feelings. The activity that accompanies this discussion encourages children to reflect on themselves, their families, and communities. The invitation […]
The Lion and the Mouse with Mother Goose Time
The Lion and the Mouse 2 Ways to Play: Story Puppets and Cutting Activity Aesop’s Fables are proving to be some of my children’s favorite stories of all time. The Lion and the Mouse shows that even a tiny being can be a huge help in times of trouble. This is a great message […]
Dinosaur Body Parts with Mother Goose Time
The kids are loving Dinosaur Dig! with Mother Goose Time. The third week of this month long program gave the kids a chance to explore and wonder about dinosaur body parts. Dinosaur Themed Non-fiction Books We read a couple books that talked more about how dinosaurs were classified according to what they ate and […]
Dinosaur Themed Creative Art Projects for Preschoolers with Mother Goose Time
This month we are learning more about dinosaurs with Mother Goose Time and have completed some really fun dinosaur themed creative art projects. We have modeled an excavation dig site, created fossil stamps, assembled bone puzzles, and fashioned T-Rex teeth necklaces. The first two activities are “Invitations to Create” which are process oriented and call […]
Rainbow Inspired Invitation to Create with Mother Goose Time
Rainbows are an amazing part of nature. The colors are inspiring and the joy from being the first to spot one after a rain storm is almost unmatched in this house. Our preschool program, Mother Goose Time offered us a rainbow themed Invitation to Create with our weather unit that the kids really enjoyed. Here’s […]
