Weeks 13-16
October 28th - November 22nd
Dual Language Exposure for Young Children
Spanish
Words of the month
It’s time to learn Spanish, try these words at home Watch Now
American Sign Language
Words of the month
Potty, Diaper, Water
Ducklings & Cardinals
Cold, Jacket, Mitten, Winter
It’s time to learn Sign Language, try these words at home Watch Now
Cold Frio Jacket Chaqueta Winter Invierno Mitten Mitón
Hummingbirds
Curriculum Challenge Photos
Meaningful Meals
For more detailed information about this activity, and to see more family fun activities, visit TheNestSchool.com/Blog
Family fun Gratitude Mapping Game
How it works:
Create a “gratitude map” by drawing a house in the center of a sheet of paper or download and print The Nest Schools gratitude map. As a family, brainstorm and write down people, groups, or services (such as neighbors, teachers, grocery workers, crosswalk attendants, bus drivers, etc.) that support your family. Write these things around the house.
Ask your child questions like:
“How do these people help us?”
“What might happen if one of these helpers wasn’t there?”
“How can we show them our appreciation?”
What you need:
A sheet of paper, or print out The Nest Schools gratitude map Writing Utensils
When you complete this activity, take a picture and share with @TheNestSchool on social media, we are excited to see all of the ideas your families come up with!
Looking for more family friendly recipes to try? Check out the catalogue of recipes on our blog!
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Pumpkin Energy Bites Meaningfulmeals
These no-bake energy bites are packed with fall flavors and perfect for little hands.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup peanut butter or almond butter
1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or raisins
1/4 cup ground flaxseed (optional for added nutrition)
Instructions:
In a bowl, mix together oats, pumpkin puree, honey, and peanut butter.
1. Add pumpkin pie spice and any extras like flaxseed or chocolate chips. 2. Stir until the mixture is well combined. 3. Scoop out small spoonfuls and roll into bite-sized balls. 4. Place on a tray and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to firm. 5. Serve and enjoy this fall-flavored snack! 6.
When you make this recipe, snap a photo and share with us at @TheNestSchools on social media!
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Welcome to Buddy’s Book Review!
A review of our favorite children’s books here at The Nest Schools. We thoroughly believe in the power of literature, and we are excited to introduce wonderful new children’s books to our families in hopes that they will expand their own home libraries as we expand our own!
How do we review and rate each book?
We rate in terms of its likeness to our core values: KINDNESS, WELLNESS, INNOVATION, and FUN. Five feathers will be given for the core value we thi k each book best repres
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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin and John Archambault, illustrated by Louis Ehlert is a playful and classic story that has been well loved by children and families for many years. With its energetic illustrations and playful language, it is the perfect way to engage children at all ages in the magic of literacy and letters!
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Family Time
Traveling in the coming months?
Try this activity with your children to fill up the time on long trips:
Gratitude Alphabet Game
Take turns going through the alphabet, with each person naming something they are thankful for that starts with a specific letter (examples: A – apples, B –books, C – cozy blankets).
Make it egg-stra special:
"Why do you feel lucky to have this in your life?"
"How would life be different without it?"
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Liz Marsh
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4Ward award
Operation Kindness: Student uses personal experience to end bullying
A sophomore at Northwestern State University, turned her childhood experience with bullying into a mission to promote kindness and inclusion. Through the non-profit BEAST Crew, which she co-founded with her mother, Henderson raises awareness, funds counseling for bullied students, and leads community initiatives to foster acceptance.
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Kindness in Action: Volunteers Light Up L of Unnao’s Children
In Unnao, India, volunteers from the International Youth Development Foundation and Singh Automobiles organized a heartwarming event, distributing educational and recreational supplies to 77 local children.
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Donated to Bold and Brave Kids
KINDNEST Charitable Giving
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Donated to Saving Grace
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Donated to Denver Pet Partners
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Creating a Safe and Inclusive Classroom Environment for Early Childhood Education
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Creating an environment that fosters positive learning experiences, promotes socialemotional development, and nurtures a sense of belonging is the framework to ensure the classroom is a safe and inclusive space for young learners. Let’s review strategies that help create this type of environment and what we do at The Nest Schools to ensure each child feels valued, respected, and supported.
In this blog post we cover a variety of best practices and examples of how we, at The Nest Schools implement these practices into our schools.
Read the full blog post here.
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I would 100% recommend the nest school in bath to all of my family and friends. I was put in a very unique and stressful situation…every staff member welcomed my niece and nephew with opened arms and an understanding that they need some extra love right now. They both love coming to school and love to tell me about their fun days and all their friends when I pick them up at night!
-Jamie C.
We have been with The Nest from the time my daughter was 3 months old and she just turned 2! They have made so many incredible updates in the past year, both inside and out on the playgrounds. The communication has been excellent day to day, and we love getting pictures and updates on the app!
In the past two years, every teacher and staff member has been wonderful. Our daughter loves seeing her teachers each day. She is not only receiving top notch care, she is learning omething every day, which was important to us. We love it ere and cannot recommend them enough!
-Sarah G.
UPCOMINGevents
November 9
World Adoption Day
November 11
Veteran’s Day
November 13
World Kindness Day
November 19
International Men’s Day
November 20
Universal Children’s Day
All Month
National Native American
Heritage Month
November 26
SPECIAL DAYS JOIN THE FUN DONT
We will be closed November 28 and November 29. We will reopen on Monday, December 1
Nest Builders Event! Growing Together: The Journey of Conscious
Parenting
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Gratitude Mapping Game: Download and fill out the map with your family and share with us on social media!
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Family Time Game
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COMING NEXT MONTH
We will be closed on December 25th and January 1st.
Let’s Get Social
Your feedback makes a difference! Share your thoughts on Google Reviews and help other families find the right place for their child at The Nest School. Two New Nest TikTok Filters!
What Nest Bird Are You?
Connect withT son social media. A place for tips, updates, photos, reminders and fun!
October Spirit Week Fun
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Growing Together: The Journey of Conscious Parenting
Free Live Virtual Parent Educational Event
Guest Speaker
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The Power of Play with Amanda Morgan
Healthier Sleep with Little Snoozers
Less Yelling, More Connecting with Practical Life Parenting
Teaching KINDNESS with Nest Directors
Infinite Smiles with Infinite Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Smart Screen Time with Sabrina Braham, MD
Creating a Healthy Lifestyle with The Nest Wellness Coaches AND MANY MORE
Nicole Hamed
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Referral Reward will be given after the referred family has been enrolled for 30 days. See your School Director for all referral reward details.
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