Upcoming Events
January 21
Buddy’s 4th Birthday!
Refer a family and get one week of free tuition! See page 22 for more information.
February 17
We will be closed for a Professional Development Day
January 20-24
Buddy’s Birthday Spirit Week
Page 5
January 28
Nest Builders Event!
Topic: 2024 Year in Review
Page 20
We love to play
Learning is fun with our friends
Buddy's Birthday SPIRIT WEEK
Monday 1/20 - FUN & Games
Dress up as your favorite game character
Tuesday 1/21 - Peace, Love, & Kindness
Wear your best Tie-Dye
Wednesday 1/22 - Crazy Hair Day
Get innovative with your craziest hair style
Thursday 1/23 - Team Up Day
Wear your favorite sports team's jersey
Friday 1/24 - Buddy's Birthday Bash
Wear blue for Buddy!
You will receieve an email from us with more details about how to participate. We will also be making social media posts and have information on the lobby displays!
December 23 - January 17
American Sign Language
January 20- February 14
I Can Help Care For The World Around Me
Pengui
Duckl
American Sign Language
Ducklings & Cardinals
Hummingbirds
Policia Police Officer Bombero Firefighter
Cartero Mail Carrier Maestro Teacher Peluquero Hairdresser
We know that we receive more than vitamins and nutrients when we eat. We taste, we talk, we share, and we learn about each other and the world around us. Mealtimes at The Nest are used as valuable times to promote language skills, life skills, self-awareness, health, and social skills. We serve children varied, child-friendly menus with whole food and fresh food offerings as a regular part of our daily breakfast, lunch, and snack service.
Family fun
For more detailed information about this activity, and to see more family fun activities, visit
How it works:
1. Brainstorm Together
Choose Goal Sections
2. Collect Images and Words
4.
3. Assemble the Board
What you need:
Poster board or large sheet of paper
Magazines, old books, or printed images
Markers, crayons, or colored pencils
Glue sticks or double-sided tape for attaching items
Scissors (safety scissors for younger children)
Stickers, glitter glue, washi tape, and other embellishments
After completion, be sure to:
Display your board for the entire family to see and stay motivated. Check in on your progress
Celebrate Achievements
Looking for more family friendly recipes to try?
Check out the catalogue of recipes on our blog!
Click here!
Snowflake Veggie Pizza Meaningfulmeals
This recipe is easy to prepare with little hands, incorporates fresh veggies in a fun, seasonal way, and encourages creativity as children design their own "snowflakes."
Ingredients:
Whole wheat pita bread, English muffins, or flatbread
Low-sodium marinara, hummus, or plain Greek yogurt mixed with ranch seasoning Veggies for Decoration (Snowflake Shapes): Bell peppers sliced into thin strips for “snowflake arms.”
Broccoli florets as "snowflake centers."
To view the full ingredients list and instructions, visit our Snowflake Veggie Pizza blog!
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Starting Fresh: Parenting Resolutions for a Happy New Year
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January is a time of fresh beginnings and renewed intentions. While many of us set personal goals for health, career, or self-improvement, it’s also the perfect time to reflect on our parenting journey and set goals that nurture stronger family bonds, encourage growth, and bring more joy into everyday life.
This blog goes through many ways to approach parenting resolutions such as: mindful parenting, prioritizing family time, communication, and more!
You will also find two worksheets that will help you set these resolutions though exploring your thoughts and feelings about parenting and self care.
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New Year’s Resolutions for Healthier Kids: Consider One of These Practical Tips to Improve Your Child’s Physical and Mental Well-Being
January is a logical time to reflect upon your parenting and your child. You don’t need to wait for a check-up to do this.
Parenting is about constantly adapting to your child’s ever changing developmental, health, and behavioral needs. Parents consistently reflect on where they can make an impact, and the New Year is a perfect time to consider making a few adjustments.
Unlike your personal resolutions, try making some resolutions WITH your child...
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KINDNEST Newsjustfor
“When people come to our restaurant, they receive more than just a meal they regain a sense of dignity and community.”
The McMillans are changing people’s lives by feeding the needy one plate at a time. Since it opened in 2018, it has served over 120,000 meals, but most importantly, it has touched the lives of so many.
Read the full story here.
Honorary Student of the Month building a community of kindness
Charlie and her family are raising awareness for alopecia, and something even more important to her. “We wanted to also bring in the kindness factor. It’s not all just about the disease of alopecia and alopecia awareness. It’s mostly kindness in general. And that’s what’s important to us,” said Charlie’s mom, Ashley Thompson.
Read more here.
3,000 Acts of Kindness' brings warmth to those experiencing homelessness in the Twin Cities
Thousands of people experiencing homelessness came out to the Minneapolis Convention Center on Monday for the 3,000 Acts of Kindness event. The event aims to gift warm winter gear, haircuts, dental exams, personal hygiene items, food and more to people experiencing homelessness in the Twin Cities.
Ready story here.
Q4 2024 Kindness Charitable Giving
Parent Testimonials
Columbine
“The teachers and staff are wonderful! My kid gets excited about going into daycare everyday because of them. They're very welcoming and answer all of our questions. We get updates throughout the day on how our child is doing, so I know my child is well taken care of. We are so grateful to have found The Nest.”
-StephanieM.
Mansfield
“The Nest School in Mansfield! The sense of inclusion and family-like atmosphere truly sets it apart. My daughter looks forward to coming every day and often doesn’t want to leave. The teachers are incredible, and I’m beyond grateful for the care and attention they give her— they go above and beyond in ways I can’t fully express. The administration is also outstanding— communication is always clear, and they’re quick to address any concerns I may have. I truly couldn’t ask for a better school, and I’m always recommending The Nest to everyone in Mansfield!”
-Thalia V.
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