Children said “So long” to our four red-spotted newts, “Speedy, Spot, Sally and Newbie”, along with our snail “Carl”.  They’ve been with us since the beginning of the year, but … Continue reading “So long” to our Newts…and “Hello” to a Mammoth Sunflower →

The McWhirters, a Valley Pre-School alumni family, along with their parents the Custers, gave a phenomenal presentation on bees. From pollinating to hives, to honey making and tasting, they had … Continue reading Bzzzzz! The Beekeepers were here! →

Natural Science teacher “NannieBrown” and her worms visit Valley Pre-School… What could be better than that?!!

As summer draws to a close, our Jackson/Moon 4’s took a summer walk being detectives on the watch for signs of summer. We found ALOT of them including boats, colored … Continue reading A Summer Walk →

As each child brought in a flower from their summer garden, by week’s end, an arrangement of  stunning color and texture was created.  We celebrate the end of summer and … Continue reading A Collaborative End of Summer Bouquet →

On the 3’s first day for half of the class, they were introduced to Spot, Speedy, Newbie, and Sally who are 4 red spotted newts and Carl, a snail.  Such … Continue reading Our 3’s Meet our Red Spotted Newts and Carl →

Inspired by the book “Fox Makes Friends” by Adam Relf, our 4’s class “made” some friends too! Great first day and we’re so glad to have the whole year ahead … Continue reading First day with half of our 4’s →