Special Treat on a Hot Day

We all love special treats! Kona Ice came for a visit on a hot day! The children got to make their snow cones with whatever flavor they wanted. The children are so funny how they pick their "flavor" it's really by the color. They all left with red and blue mouths.

Construction Zone

We have had an amazing summer here at AoHV! We have changed up the theme every week, so it always stays exciting. This week is all about construction zone. In our enrichment room we have set up one of our computers to make the sounds of a construction zone. While hearing the sounds of hammers, trucks, and other heavy equipment the children will learn what the environment is like. They will also learn what different signs look like, and what a crossing guard does to keep them safe.

TASK Puts on Old McDonald Play for AOHV

We have had a wonderful summer so far in the TASK room! We have been swimming at the YMCA, toured Ace Hardware, ATA Martial Arts, Marble Slab, we have pizza parties, we go to the park every Monday and have Water day every Friday! Today was the most fun as we made farm animal masks and put on a musical show with Mr. Brad & Mr. Johnny! We are so proud of our big kids for being such wonderful role models for the younger classes.

Safari Week

We are having a blast for Safari week!  The realistic animals have been a big hit.  We have enjoyed so much watching them stop and look at the animals.  Dress up day was a great day as well.  We had all kinds of Safari Animals here!  The children have learned so much about Safari animals and Safari's. Great times at The Academy of Harpeth Village!

A Day at the Lake

This week we are learning about a day at the lake. Tuesday Ms. Anne taught the children how to cast a rod.  The children were so cute trying to place their thumb on the button to release the line.  We could certainly tell which children know how to fish!   All the children got to try it.  Some were great and others you could tell it was their first time.  All in all they had a blast!

Pre-K 2 Prom!

Our pre-k 2 class had an awesome time at their prom which was a western/hoedown theme. We had a mule/wagon ride that took them around to see their new school, where they will attend kindergarten. The teachers, parents, and children had a blast! They ended the night showing off their western/hoedown dancing skills. The children danced a square dance with partners, line danced
and ended their performance dancing with their parents.  What a fabulous way to wrap up a fun filled school year and kick off Kindergarten Boot Camp.

MUD DAY!

When engaged in sensory play children use all their senses. As children pour, dump, scoop, and explore they are learning about spatial concepts (full, empty). It's not just about making a mess and getting dirty; it is an essential component to learning that encourages exploration and discovery through play. They had a blast!