Using a variety of materials and building manipulatives, the children created buildings, vehicles, and Star Wars themed constructions. With an assortment of small cups, extra large craft sticks, K’Nex, Lego’s and pieces of wood, the children created items that are familiar to them. It is great to observe them sharing ideas and learning from one … Continue reading Starburst February STEM →

On October 30th, Magic Garden brought back a Lincoln tradition – a costume parade around the school campus! Children and teachers dressed up as their favorite characters – with a variety of super heroes, Disney princesses, Sesame Street characters, and community helpers. We even had a few original costumes like the Coconut Tree from one … Continue reading Costume Day & Parade! →

This fall, construction projects have been underway in Sunshine. We built many different structures with cardboard boxes. Boxes were taped together, untaped and something entirely different created. In addition, we formed various sculptures using toothpicks, sticks, straws, marshmallows and clay. Every sculpture was so creative and unique. After reading the book Iggy Peck, Architect, the … Continue reading Sunshine & Starburst Current Blog →