It’s hard to believe September is already passed and we are moving full speed ahead into October. We have been reminded lately that fall is here as temperatures and leaves begin to fall. Please remember to dress your child in layers as the mornings have been quite chilly and yet afternoons can still get very warm. Outside play time is a very important part of our day. It provides needed fresh air and sunshine as well as it is great exercise. It also offers many opportunities to observe and discuss the changes in the weather and the world around us.

 

Lately we have been focusing on farm life including farm animals, fall harvest, and farm jobs. Many “Thanks” to Meg’s Mom, Brooke, for bringing one of their familie’s chickens for a visit. The children enjoyed following it around the playground, watching it eat, seeing some of her eggs and feeling her feathers. We then followed the visit with “Feather Painting” at the easel. Our paintings and pictures of the visit are posted by the back door. In the coming days we will be comparing, tasting and cooking with a variety of apples. We will even be trying our hands at some recipes using another fall favorite, Pumpkins.

 

The children have showed a growing interest in each others names. Many of them not only recognize their own written name but also some of the other children’s names as well. They have been singing a variety of “name songs” , created some beautiful “name art”, and searched for matching names in the sensory tub full of rice.

 

Halloween is always a favorite holiday for children. We have once again been invited to trick or treat to some of the neighboring businesses in the Sunnen business park. This event will be happening on Friday October 26 from 9am -11:30 am. And all family members are welcome to join us. The children will eagerly be practicing their songs to perform for everyone. (hopefully Ms Ann will still have a voice by the end of the day) If your child does not normally attend on Fridays but you would still like to join us please let us know so we can plan accordingly.

 

Home Away From Home is proud to say that we have not seen a tuition increase since February of 2009. Unfortunately due to rising expenses across the board we will need to increase tuition starting January 7, 2013 . The new rates will be as follows:

Under 2 years of age- $60 per day, $275 per week

Over 2 years of age- $38 per day, $170 per week