Learning Activities

Learning Activities
Every activity in the Children's Learning Center has been designed so that children learn and grow while they play. Following are the activities children engage in and the lessons they teach them.

Blocks, Practical Life and Manipulatives—Teaches large and fine muscle control, visual discrimination, logical thinking, problem solving, self-discipline to complete a task, cooperation with others and creativity.

Rug Area (Circle Time)—Provides social, emotional, physical, and language development; listening and speaking skills; motor coordination; and appreciation of music, literature, and the arts. Also teaches respect for others and the development of self-control. 

Library Corner—Develops a love and respect for books and literature, creativity, visual discrimination, and fine motor skills. 

Discovery (Math, Science, and Senses)—Develops beginning number concepts, observation skills, a sense of wonder, and appreciation of nature. Also encourages a willingness to take risks in order to learn, as well as provides a foundation for analytical and logical thinking, and problem solving. 

Art—Development of fine motor control; eye/hand coordination; creativity; and learning about colors, textures, and shapes; expressing feelings through art; finishing a task, and feelings of self-worth.

Housekeeping Loft—Language development, classification skills, creativity, social and emotional development, understanding of self and others, cooperation, sharing, and development of a positive self-image.

Playground—Large muscle control, social and emotional development, observing rules and limits, and developing an appreciation of nature.