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Week of the Young Child


  • Generation Next Child Development Center and Preschool 6109 Merle Hay Road Johnston, IA, 50131 United States (map)

Children and spring share a unique energy of renewal and growth. Just as spring brings fresh blooms, warm sunlight, and new beginnings, children burst into life with boundless curiosity, energy, and potential. Both are filled with vibrant colors and endless possibilities, symbolizing hope and transformation.

Like the season's gentle rains that nourish the earth, children are nurtured by love and guidance, allowing them to flourish and develop into their fullest selves. We are honored to share this responsibility.

This year’s Week of the Young Child, we celebrate our children's sense of wonder, excitement, and joy by implementing engaging activities that match The National Association for the Education of Young Children’s daily themes:

Music Monday: “When children sing, dance, and listen to music, they develop their language and early literacy skills while being active and encouraging movement.“

Tasty Tuesday: “This fun, food-themed day is about more than just cheese and crackers. Cooking together connects math with literacy skills, science, and more. With the rise in childhood obesity, you can encourage healthy nutrition and fitness habits at home and in the classroom.”

Work Together Wednesday: “When children build together they explore math and science concepts and develop their social and early literacy skills.”

Artsy Thursday: “Think, problem solve, create! Children develop creativity, social skills and fine motor skills with open-ended art projects where they can make choices, use their imaginations, and create with their hands.”

Family Friday: “Engaging and celebrating families is at the heart of supporting our youngest learners. NAEYC applauds family members’ role as young children’s first and most important teachers.”

Please watch for updates on your child’s daily reports.

We look forward a week filled with engagement, fun, and laughter!

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