Spring is here, and so are fresh beginnings! We'd like to say farewell to Aileen as she she will be transferring to our enrichment centre! Goodluck Aileen! The trees began to bud, flowers started to bloom, and the animals emerged from hibernation. The warming weather, longer days, and vibrant spring nature can lift our spirits, making it a natural time to reflect and consider new things and beginnings, and these apply also to the Buffalo Environment. We also had updated learning areas in our room including art, blocks, kitchen, loose parts and literacy which support cognitive, physical, and social-emotional growth by building skills in math, communication, creativity, and fine motor coordination through hands-on exploration and social interaction.
The month of April had been busy as usual. Though we stayed indoors most of our days, it was still filled with activities. We had tuff tray provocations which acted as an engaging platforms that facilitate sensory exploration, imaginative small-world play, and targeted learning goals.
There were also obstacle courses set up to boost physical, cognitive, and emotional development by promoting gross motor skills (jumping, crawling), enhancing coordination and balance, and strengthening core muscles. They foster critical thinking, sequencing, and spatial awareness while improving emotional regulation and social skills like taking turns.
Our month of May will also have multiple activities and events that our Buffalo children must look forward to. Apart from our daily walking to our communities and parks, gather times, scavenger hunts, and obstacle courses, the Buffalo educators have prepared amazing adventures such as our Spirit Week. We look forward to your participation, please watch out for more updates through our parent’s bulletin board.
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Quick Reminder:
Our spring weather is very unpredictable – sunny one minute, rainy the next, so please remember to pack your child extra clothes, including socks and light jacket each day.
GATHERING START TIME: 9:00 AM - Early arrival ensures that the children are settled and ready to learn and helps minimize any potential delays for planned activities.
If your child is going to be away, late, etc. please call 204-560-5601 or email to splash@splashcares.ca/jasmin@splashcares.ca
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