Saturday, June 14, 2014

Learning by Doing

Toddler DIY at the park where we made binoculars out of toilet paper rolls and then went on a scavenger hunt looking for items and colors.  Grant used his binoculars for days spotting things at the grocery store, on the road, etc.

Took Grant to Pretend City where he could drive to the grocery store, be a librarian and check out books, be a farmer and pick fruit from the trees, play in the sand at the beach, be a doctor and more.

Celebrated preschool graduation by taking Grant to an indoor bounce house. Graduation was a little overwhelming so he wasn't too happy.  Most of the kids found it too different and didn't understand the celebration. Its more of a mommy and me preschool that we attend once a week

Home Depot has monthly free projects and Dave takes Grant to build.  This week was a lawnmower.  The kids get to use tools, paint their project and get an achievement pin upon completion.  When Grant got home he wanted to mow the lawn with his lawn mower.

Santa Ana Zoo is perfect for little ones.  Its small enough for them to walk the zoo without a stroller and there is lots of interactive learning along with a carousel and train ride.  You can feed the animals and there is also a playground.  A favorite!