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| Little Acorn Learning Natural Childcare Program Monthly Nature-Based Guides for Childcare and Home July 2009 Book of Themes **Please note that this book is not as structured as our school year program The summer is a time for children to ‘breathe out’ after a year of focused work and activity in your homeschool or childcare program. For this reason, we recommend keeping the season as relaxed and carefree as possible while doing your best to keep a healthy rhythm to your day that the children can depend on. This summer book has included some fun stories, fingerplays, verses, games, crafts and activities based on weekly themes. However, you should not feel as if you are following a structured program during the summer. For this reason, we have kept the format to our summer program less structured and more open- ended. Week One, July The Cat Week Two, July Bubbles Week Three, July Rocks, Gems and Minerals Week Four, July The Ocean This program was designed for parents or childcare providers who wish to share the joy of nature with the children in their care and create a healthy rhythm to their day. It is ideal for mixed-aged situations with ideas for both young and older children included. This is NOT an academic program but places an emphasis on daily life skills, homemaking and bringing nature into children's lives. Religious Orientation While our curriculum is not religiously oriented, Little Acorn Learning does honor a Creator in many of the verses, songs and blessings that we use. We celebrate many seasons and festivals, with an emphasis on Christian saints and holidays. We encourage you to weave your own traditions and customs into the program to make it work best for your family. Questions? Email Eileen! |
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| July 2009 Book of Themes **E-Book Format** **This summer book is not as structured as our school year program as we feel the summer months should be more relaxed and carefree. 4 Weeks of Themes $17.99 |