Our curriculum supports our philosophy which is based on the premise that play is central to learning in preschool children. This can be seen in the classroom in many forms. For example, children develop fine motor skills and creativity through artistic activities while mathematical concepts and physical properties can be examined in block building, sand play, and cooking. Children are introduced to hands-on (an often messy) science experiments, learning principles of chemistry or biology in the process. Exploration, creative play, and social skills are acquired through unstructured play time, and children participate in daily circle time where reading, music, and drama are the focus.
   Little Feet offers two classes, a Tuesday/Thursday (TTH) class and a Monday, Wednesday, Friday (MWF) class. Both classes provide a safe, stimulating and supportive environment that fosters the development of creativity, socialization, critical thinking and problem solving skills. Tuesday/Thursday (TTH) Class
This is a great class for children's first preschool experience and will help them enjoy the classroom setting and their first time away from home. Days: Tuesday and Thursday TTH Typical Schedule
Monday/Wednesday/Friday (MWF) Class The MWF class provides more focus on individual topics and is intended for children who are more comfortable in a classroom setting.
Days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Both classes participate in various field trips and social events throughout the year. Examples of these events can include visits to a Pumpkin patch and farm, Fish Hatchery, Fire Department, Bonneville Dam, and a local hike. Visitors often include musicians, Wildlife clinic animals, and puppeteers. Children also enjoy social events such as pajama day, show and tell, and Halloween dress up. Each month the classes also enjoy a new and exciting theme. Activities, classroom environment, songs, stories and visitors support the monthly theme. Monthly themes are:
Toddler Time Please come join us at TODDLER TIME on Wednesdays from 3-5pm beginning in January 2012. The cost is $5 per family and parents stay with their children to participate in circle time, learn songs and finger plays, paint, dress up and simply PLAY. A light snack is provided. We are located in Hood River across from the community education building in St. Mark's Church on Eugene/11th. We look forward to seeing you soon! |
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