“Run, run as fast as you can!” During whole group story times, the afternoon Starlight crew continues to enjoy the timeless preschool classic, The Gingerbread Man. Of course, there are countless versions of this tale, including The Gingerbread Baby by Jan Brett. Expanding on the children’s interest, our girls and boys all took part in … Continue reading Starlight & Twilight →

Brrrr! As winter dawns, the temperatures are beginning to go south. Our Starlight friends have been investigating the concept of hibernation, learning all about the habits of bears, snakes and even bees. One child asked, “But what do the birdies do?” Excellent question! The girls and boys explored numerous non-fiction books and discovered that some … Continue reading Starlight & Twilight →

 In November, there are so many things to be thankful for. At Magic Garden, that means friends, fun and learning! The afternoon Starlight crew has enjoyed cozy story times with our current featured selection, The Thank You Book by Mary Lyn Ray. This book perfectly compliments social emotional development, mindfulness education and our annual community partnership with … Continue reading Starlight & Twilight →