Did you know that alligators are big lizards that live in muddy water places like swamps and rivers? They can grow as large as a school bus! Alligators also have a strong tail that helps them swim really fast, almost as fast as a car. They have a special eye cover that protects their eyes when they swim, like built-in goggles! See what else you and your child can discover about alligators as you read these books and do these activities.

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Ages 2-5

Grapes, lavender, eggplants, and purple crayons—oh, the fun things that are purple! They’re all waiting in a book, ready for you to discover. Mix blue and red playdough to create your own purple, then cut out shapes with cookie cutters. Don’t forget to try these activities:

1. Purple Playdough Creations: Roll, cut, and decorate your playdough to make fun shapes and characters.

2. Purple Collage: Use purple construction paper, magazines, and stickers to create a colorful collage.

3. Purple Painting: Paint with purple finger paints or use brushes to make purple masterpieces.

4. Purple Nature Walk: Go on a walk and find things that are purple, like flowers or rocks.

5. Purple Storytime: Read books with purple illustrations and talk about the stories.

Have a blast exploring the world of purple!

Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

Ages 2-5

Green is the color of grass, trees, and many leaves. It makes us think of nature, spring, and fresh things growing. Frogs, peas, and apples can be green too! Green is a calm and happy color that helps us feel peaceful and full of energy. It’s like a big hug from nature!

For a fun and creative way to explore the color green, make a “Green Collage” with your child. First, gather different green materials like paper scraps, magazine pictures, fabric pieces, or stickers. With some glue and a large sheet of paper or cardboard, arrange and stick all their green treasures to create a colorful collage full of different shades and textures. You can also use green crayons or markers to add drawings or designs. This activity will help your child recognize the color green while encouraging creativity and fine motor skills in a playful, hands-on way.

Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

Ages 2-5

Happy Birthday!
Children eagerly look forward to their next birthday with excitement and anticipation each year. But did you know birthdays can also be valuable learning experiences? They can help children develop an understanding of time and age, explore family values and traditions, and even learn empathy and the joy of giving.

When planning your child’s next celebration, consider incorporating one of these fun and meaningful activities:

• Role-Play Parties – Pretend birthday parties with dolls or stuffed animals encourage storytelling, creativity, and empathy.

• Make-Your-Own Cupcake Station – Following simple steps to decorate their own cupcakes builds independence and sequencing skills.

• Birthday Calendar Craft – Marking the birthdays of family members helps kids learn about months, numbers, and names.

• “All About Me” Poster – Creating a poster with drawings or pictures helps children express themselves and build self-awareness.

Join us Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room.

Ages 2-5