Nature's Way Preschool

What is the largest bird you have ever seen?  Did you answer 'vulture' to that question?  Vultures play an integral role in ecosystems, but they don't always get the credit they deserve. Watch Kat to learn more about these misunderstood creatures in today's Wild Wednesday !

Self-esteem in young children affects their ability to socialize, how well they do in school, and how they feel about themselves.  Join Elizabeth in today's Teaching Tuesda y to learn tips and tricks for fostering high self-esteem during early childhood. Topics include: how to talk to young children, how to foster a growth mindset, and how open-ended nature exploration allows children to feel autonomous.  

Feeling worried can carry a heavy load on your mind, body, and spirit.  Today on Mindfulness Monday , Caroline discusses strategies for coping and managing worry. Ideas include Anchor Breathing, the "Take 5" activity, and even hugs from loved ones!

  In this week's   Five Senses Friday , you can make some beautiful art with only a few ingredients. Join Elizabeth as she shows you how to make shaving cream prints!

What do you think the world would be like if dinosaurs were around? Would life be a bit more exciting? Silly? Frightening? In today's Tales from the Trail Thursday , read along with Elizabeth as she shares the story "If the Dinosaurs Came Back" by Bernard Most.  

What kind of creatures do you think about when you think of an ocean scene? Maybe you think about fish or coral or sharks... or maybe you think about eight-armed creatures like the octopus! Watch Kat in today's Wild Wednesday to learn more about octopuses. 

There are countless benefits to an education filled with sensory play, ranging from promoting social and emotional skills, advancing brain development, building language, and more! Join Elizabeth in today's Teaching Tuesday as she explains why sensory play has such an important role in development for young children.