Balance the Media in Your Family’s Daily Life
Shared by: Liana Slater, NY Regional Director of Common Sense Media Devices today are a bit like a line from a Dr. Seuss book: They’re here, there, and everywhere. Kids are constantly clamoring to...
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A Day at The Eastside Day School
Each day at The Eastside Day School is an opportunity to learn, grow, develop and explore. Our team of educators implement a play-based emergent curriculum using materials and experiences to support...
View ArticleMusic Video: Who Is Here Today?
Each Gymtime music class incorporated the “Who Is Here Today” song, created by our very own Mr. Andrew. Have a listen, do a dance and enjoy! Related Posts: Movement Jam from Mr. Andrew Twinkle Twinkle...
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Summer’s Hottest Reads: 2-4 year-olds
SHARED by: Katherine Grier, Librarian of York Avenue Preschool Firefighter Duckies by Frank Dormer Kids who are into fun and firefighters will find much to love in this book which follows the...
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Summer’s Hottest Reads: 3-6 year-olds
SHARED by: Katherine Grier, Librarian at York Avenue Preschool For the older kids, we have a great selection of end of summer reads! Take a look, pick up a book, or 5 and get reading. 7 Ate 9 by Tara...
View ArticleTips for Tummy Time
SHARED by: Melissa van Wijk, Director of Tiny Tot Fitness and Mini Movers Not all babies reward your efforts at tummy time with smiles and joy, especially at the beginning. It is recommended that...
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Gymtime Coaches Can’t Wait for Fall
We’ve had a great summer, but our coaches are looking forward to Fall classes! Here is what they have to say: “Like always I am most excited to see all of the children. I love seeing returning children...
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Books to Help Guide Separation
SHARED by: Katherine Grier, librarian, York Avenue Preschool If your first-time or returning preschooler needs a little encouragement, try sharing these books about separation and what to expect at...
View ArticleThe Dos and Dont’s for a Successful Separation
SHARED by: Staff at York Avenue Preschool As we embark on the start of the school year, we wanted to provide families with some suggested strategies to help your child relax and look forward to going...
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Do You Believe in Magic? Back to School Book List
SHARED by: Katherine Grier, Librarian at York Avenue Preschool Do You Believe in Magic? The beginning of the school year is always a magical time. Students walk through the door full of wonder about...
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Falling for Reading – New Releases
SHARED by: Katherine Grier, Librarian at York Avenue Preschool This month, I am excited to showcase four picture book “new releases” that are just perfect for a Fall Festival or Halloween Party story...
View ArticleGymtime Gift Guide 2017
The holiday season is here and with it, we have our Gymtime Gift Guide for kids! We asked our speciality teachers to choose their top picks for kids this gift-giving season. Give something that will...
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Things That Go Reading Guide
SHARED by: Ms. Katherine, Librarian at York Avenue Preschool Beep! Beep! Zoom! Zoom! The holidays are fast approaching and many people (myself included) are planning faraway travels to celebrate with...
View ArticleWhy We Choose USAIGC
SHARED by: Sam Katorkas, Director of Gymtime Gymnastics The recent news about Larry Nassar and the USA Gymnastics organization has gripped the gymnastics community and stirred up some strong emotions...
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York Avenue Preschool Art Fair
Art is an integral part of the curriculum at York Avenue Preschool and throughout the year, students have learned about different artists, the mediums they used and the many different ways to create...
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What’s New and Awesome for Fall
We’re so excited for our new programs that are new to Gymtime this Fall! Not sure what’s for you? Sign-up for a trial class to see what works best for your child. Scoot and Skate (Ages 3.6 – 4.11...
View ArticleJam with Jamie this Fall
SHARED by: Jamie Kolnick, Jam with Jamie It’s October which means we are FALLing for music over and over again! We had a blast jamming with your kiddos in September, shaking our sillies out and getting...
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6 Children’s Books for Self Esteem
SHARED By: Ms. Katherine Grier, Librarian at York Avenue Preschool Developing a sense of self is a large part of early childhood development and it’s something that should be nurtured from a young...
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Back to School Book Picks: Fall 2019
Shared by: Katherine Grier, Librarian at York Avenue Preschool We all know the first weeks of school can be hard for students (and families). Leaving behind the freedoms and adventures of summer,...
View ArticleStorytime with PEP: Count on the Subway
Join the PEP crew as they read Count on the Subway by Paul Dubois Jacobs. We encourage you to sing along! Related Posts: PEP Reads My Many Colored Days Storytime with PEP Little Cloud by Eric Carle...
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