Little Acorn Learning Blog
Advent Meditations for Caregivers of Young Children
Posted by Eileen Foley on 30th Nov 2020
This hurried time of year can be very overwhelming for children and adults alike. Those of us who wish to bring true peace and awareness into this very special time leading up to Christmas Day can spe
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The Little Acorn Story
25th Nov 2020
This story is from our First Grade Curriculum. Keep a few little acorns nearby and one special one as you tell the children this story. For an added effect, have a small potted plant or symbol for th
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The Gift of A Simple Holiday this Year
Posted by Eileen Foley on 4th Nov 2020
Watching our child’s eyes light up with
excitement during the holiday season is one of the many joys of parenthood. With
our love, each year, many of us go to the ends of the earth, wait in long lin
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Tree of Thanks & Gratitude Caregiver Meditation
Posted by Eileen Foley on 28th Oct 2020
Tree of ThanksSupplies Needed:
VaseBranchesConstruction PaperScissorsStringHole PunchCrayon or MarkerThis is a favorite tradition among so many of our "Little Acorn Learners"! Place branches that yo
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Shrink Apple Heads Together for Halloween
Posted by Eileen Foley on 28th Oct 2020
Shrunken Apple
HeadsThis is a very
fun activity to do right around Halloween time or as All Souls Day approaches
on November 2nd. While they come out a bit freaky looking, the children
absolutely
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