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VALENTINES TO YOUR CHILD
We would once again like to carry on one of our favorite traditions. Parents, join in by creating a valentine for your child to hang in our front lobby. Have fun and use your imagination to design this special project!
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VALENTINE EXCHANGE...
Each class will do a valentine card exchange on
Wednesday, February 14
. Your child's teacher will pass out information about the class list for
you. This is a great opportunity for your
preschooler to practice writing their names and
recognize their classmate's names.
The classrooms will be making a special treat on Valentine's day!! Parents please do not bring any treats with your child's valentines.
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DENTAL VISIT
We are arranging for a dentist to visit our classrooms to teach us about our teeth and dental hygiene. Please watch classroom newsletters for further information.
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EXTRA CLOTHES...
Please make sure that your child has extra
clothes, labeled with his/her name, at school in
case of accidents, wet playgrounds, etc. We
appreciate your help!
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WINTER OLYMPICS TOAST
In honor of the Winter Olympics, we found this fun toast recipe that is easy to make and is representative of the USA in the Olympics. Enjoy!!
American Flag Fruit Toast 
- 1 piece toast - white or wheat
- 2 teaspoons cream cheese
- 2 teaspoon strawberry (or other red) jam
- 9 blueberries
- 1/4 of banana sliced
Arrange the fruit and jam on a piece of toast, so it resembles the American flag (more or less
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STAR WELLNESS INDOOR WINTER ACTIVITIES
February in Minnesota usually means we
need some fresh ideas for indoor
activities. Here are a couple ideas to help
keep children and parents active on those
cold days:
INDOOR BOWLING
Using small, empty water bottles and a
rubber ball, you can transform your family
room into a bowling alley. If the bottles
fall over too easily, fill them up with a
little water or dry pasta for some extra weight.
INDOOR SKATING
Use paper plates as skates. Take turns
racing down a hallway or in a large room.
Use a timer to record each person's
results.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING IN COON RAPIDS
Family Skating Night Thursday, February 15, 2018
Sand Creek includes a full-sized hockey rink, open pleasure skating rink and brand-new warming house facilities.
Concessions available for purchase 5-7:30 p.m. Provided by the North Star Lions Club.
Date:
February 15, 2018
Time:
5:00 PM
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8:30 PM
Location:
Sand Creek Athletic Complex
Address:
1008 Northdale Boulevard
Coon Rapids, MN 55448
2018 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics
Support Special Olympics MN and the Coon Rapids Police Department by participating in the 2018 Polar Plunge. Participants will jump into the frigid water of Crooked Lake and raise money for Special Olympics at the same time! Support the "Rapid Responders" by attending the event or donating online.
Date:
February 24, 2018
Time:
1:00 PM
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3:00 PM
Location:
Crooked Lake Park
Address:
13180 Crooked Lake Boulevard
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
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THREE "LOVES" AT EFC
At EFC, three of the overriding goals we have for the children are to expand...
* A love of self * A love of others * A love of learning
A child's first experiences of love come from within the family. As parents you have no doubt experienced the fierce love you develop for your child/ren. This love gradually becomes ingrained in so much of what you do-it affects not only how you relate to your children, but how you operate in the world. As your children grow, the love you show them provides both a foundation for their love of self as well as an example of how to love others.
As parents you not only foster this relational love, but also create a love of learning by the experiences you share as a family, the questions you ask (and answer) and the routines you establish.
At EFC, your child is in a new environment. Being able to hold on to love of self, love of others, and love of learning in a group setting with a new set of adults and children requires practice, trial and error.
Our teachers get to know your child in a way that is different from parental love. We encourage your child to experience new challenges, and we let her know that she
is very special to us. We create a classroom
community where confidence is built.
On a daily basis, we show your child that we care about him and want the best for him. All of this contributes to strengthening his love of self.
And, as we help children gain social skills, we always remember how important it is for children to learn to love others. When they experience playing with and solving problems with other children and adults,
they develop empathy. They also see the value of give and take, and the joys of friendships.
Many parents worry about whether their child will be ready for kindergarten. The question we need to ask is "Does your child have a love of learning?" That is what will greatly impact whether or not he/she will be ready to master new skills at every level of development. At EFC we feel confident that your child will love to learn because we will:
- Take the time to listen
- Let your child know he is loved
- Have expectations for her
- Discipline with love and consistency
- Provide your child with daily challenges
- Find a variety of ways to make learning fun
- Give your child opportunities to solve problems so he/she can experience successes, as well as the failures, that come from experimenting.
Please also know that we seek your support and advice as we learn to truly know your child. As partners we can all watch your child flourish and reach his/her full potential.
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TWIN CITIES
FAMILY EVENTS
Now-3/18 The Wiz, Children's Theatre Company, Mpls
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Try walking around with a child who's going, "Wow, wow! Look at that dirty dog! Look at that burned-down house! Look at that red sky!" And the child points and you look, and you see, and you start going, "Wow! Look at that huge crazy hedge! Look at that teeny little baby! Look at the scary dark cloud!" I think this is how we are supposed to be in the world-present and in awe.
-Anne Lamott
Last week's winter storm likely prompted a sense of wonder in your child--and maybe in you. The beauty of the fresh snow and the different ways it allows us to interact with our environment (if only slowing us down a bit!) are truly causes for wonder...
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