Learning is fun at mary linsmeier schools and Children’s Edu-Care! Children experience and explore a variety of topics each day.

Our science topics are different every month. These include subjects such as safety and fire prevention and include special areas like trees, plants and astronomy. Children transition to various activities with the use of finger plays and songs which often pertain to the science topic, holidays of the month, or specific seasons throughout the year. Our children have calendar time each day, where they say and count the days of the week, learn about the days of the month, and the months of the year.

Our yearly plan includes a list of art topics from which to choose. Teachers may choose a project that correlates with the science topic of the month, music of the month, holidays and customs, or the season of the year.

Music plays an important role in learning at mary linsmeier schools. We learn many songs for special holidays and celebrations. Children sing songs about months of the year, seasons, animals and much more!

Learning to speak Spanish begins in its simplest form. We begin by learning basic greetings, numbers, and colors. Speaking Spanish becomes a part of every day activities such as songs, finger plays, fun games, and transition times.

During our large muscle activities children may use parachutes, balls or large muscle equipment to play in a group, with a friend, or by themselves.

Every month new practical skills are taught, such as learning to button, zip or wipe up spills. During our snack time and meal time we promote proper manners and language skills through discussion.

Children develop sensorial skills, such as identifying shapes and colors, which are highlighted on our schedules and yearly plan.

During circle time children may discuss topics including "Our families," "Why I am special," "What is special about the fall," or perhaps "Our family pets."

Our dramatic play area changes throughout the year. You may find dress-up clothes, shoes, or hats representing different occupations such as firefighters, police officers, and construction workers. You may also find equipment such as mailboxes, typewriters, and other items that allow children to use their imagination in portraying different characters.