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Playdough or a similar modeling material is always available at the playdough table which can be found in the Creativity Room. Variety is provided by adding fragrances, sparkles, beads etc. to the homemade dough and by supplying lots of different materials to be used with it. Cutting playdough is a great way for children to learn to use scissors without frustration. Kneading and shaping playdough builds strength in fine motor muscles, which are so important for holding writing utensils correctly and for the fine motor control needed for forming letters.

The Creativity Room contains two sets of easels that provide four art areas. Tempera paints in a wide range of colors with brushes of varying sizes may be found at two areas, and other materials such as bingo markers, chalk and water, and "smelly markers" are available at the other two areas. Vertical art activities encourage the use of the large muscles of the arms and chest, the development of which is necessary for the fine motor control needed for writing.

The sensory and sand tables, located in the Creativity Room, provide opportunities for practicing a wide variety of skills. Dry sand is used for sifting, pouring and measuring. It can be a desert home to lizards, or a land of dinosaurs. Wet the sand and you can mold and build all sorts of structures. Cooked spaghetti, popcorn kernels, real snow, soapy water and "goop" are just a few of the materials that may be found in the sensory table. Children practice sharing, problem solving, creativity, dramatic play, and socializing skills and have lots of fun.

A shelf with cloth drawers, containing a variety of "manips" for developing fine motor, hand eye, and critical thinking skills is a popular spot in the Activity Room. New toys are introduced every two weeks. Shelves contain pictures of each toy to aid the children with clean up.

The free craft center is a busy place as children use a variety of materials to create wonderful art projects. The shelves are well stocked with interesting supplies that change every two weeks. Lots of social interactions happen as the children let their creative juices flow.

Bingo, our guinea pig is an active and friendly fellow who lives in the Activity Room. He waits, not too patiently, his daily carrot to be brought to him by one of the children and is gentle and calm when the children hold and pat him.

The ever-popular block area, located in the Activity Room is always a busy place. There are two separate sections that allow for more children to enjoy this activity. The children have access to a variety of toys that enhance block play, which provides practice in a wide range of skills.

The science center affords the children opportunities to explore such concepts as magnetism, magnification, weights, measures, microscopic life, plant and animal life, the five senses, pendulums and much more. A staff member is available to help the children to develop excitement about the wonders of science.

The children have an opportunity to do one guided craft per week. The craft is planned with a skill in mind and is constantly supervised by a staff member. She provides the materials to the children, explains how to use them and then observes and records skill levels. A relaxed pace allows the children to work as long as they desire to create their own special work of art.

The math center is also located in the Activity Room. Activities that promote pre-math skills such as matching, sorting, counting, etc. are found at this center. The teacher is available to help children with these activities.

The Dramatic Play Room is normally set up as a housekeeping and dress up center, but every few weeks it becomes a theme room. It may be a post office, a bank, a grocery store, a restaurant, undersea world, shadow room or just about anything! The children often contribute by making props at the craft table. Everything in the room is geared toward helping the children to develop socially, emotionally, cognitively, creatively, and physically.

Also included in the Dramatic Play Room is the computer. Here children find a variety of educational games. Each child is limited to five minutes at the computer, which is long enough to play one game. Children who are waiting for a turn write their names on a list. Older children often help the younger ones to write their names. Children are encouraged to visit several centers during their school day, rather than to get "stuck" at one.

The writing center is also located in the Dramatic Play Room. Activities that promote pre-writing skills are available to the children. The teacher is available to help children with these activities.

The Dramatic Play Room is also home to "Razor", our pet turtle. He has an engaging personality and loves to be fed by the children.

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Medway, MA  02053
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