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The Rainbow Room is springing ahead with a nod to Magic Garden’s Magical Mindfulness Curriculum. Currently, the girls and boys are exploring the topic of emotions. Vast arrays of learning tools are being implemented, such as finger plays, handheld mirrors and numerous literature experiences. Incorporating Senora Elizabeth’s Spanish lessons, the children continue to learn new vocabulary terms. This includes triste (sad), contento (happy) and asi asi (so so, in the middle). Identifying emotions during play is a vital goal in the wonderful world of toddlers! Every day in Rainbow Room is muy contento!

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Our cross-classroom collaborations have been tremendously fun! Recently, the Rainbow students completed a terrific mural with the Pre-K Starburst Class. Utilizing numerous shades of paint and cookie cutters, the pupils went to work, creating a masterpiece. Do visit our display in the classroom! In addition, the Rainbow friends stopped by the Pre-K Sunshine Classroom and delved into the Dramatic Play area. Dressing up was all the rage. The children became bumblebees, princesses and cowboy butterflies. So much fun!

Coming up: Observations of our campus in bloom!

Transform marker drawings into watercolor paintings!

A fun and simple craft to try at home is to transform marker drawings into watercolor paintings.

Supplies

Markers

A spray bottle with water

Watercolor paper

Painter’s tape (optional)

Step 1: Draw with marker on the watercolor paper

Marker drawing

Step 2: Mist the drawing with water from the spray bottle

Spraying it with water

Step 3: Let the paper dry

Watercolor heart

 

Your drawing has been magically transformed. Use painter’s tape to make fun designs on your picture. After the water dries, peel off the tape for fun results.

Watercolor heart with tape

Blue and red watercolor heart with tape

red, white, and blue water color heart