Montessori Preschool in Rancho Bernardo (4S Ranch)
Where Montessori Meets Imagination, Movement, and Love in Rancho Bernardo (4S Ranch)
Category: Nursery Rhymes
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Saved by Humpty’s Cracked Noggin!
“Humpty Dumpty” is packed with great stimulation for the vestibular system! The vestibular system feeds information to the brain about where the body is in space. This is really important when dealing with gravity! I will admit, I have walked into a few walls so this is great for me! The vestibular system also helps…
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Stir That Pot!
“Peas Porridge” is wonderful for crossing the midline! The video below shows how fun and easy it can be! Who knew 9 day old soup was brain food?! “Jack Be Nimble” is great for learning to balance on one foot. Don’t be afraid to fall though! Did you know that each time you fall, you…
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Poor Humpty Dumpty… or Was It Good For Him?
Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall Humpty Dumpty had a great fall All the kings horses and all the kings men They couldn’t put Humpty together again It is very sad that no one could help Mr. Dumpty, not even the King’s horses or his men! What was it that got shattered in Humpty? Could…
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What Were Jack and Jill Really Up To?
A little child who ventures out of mommy’s arms often gets hurt! From crawling to the beginnings of standing and walking, falling goes hand in hand with exploring. That is why I love this nursery rhyme! It tells our little child that you can get hurt while trying to master a new skill and that…
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Nursery Rhymes
I adore nursery rhymes! They are nuggets of pure literary genius. They are perfect for the littlest of listeners, and they offer such richness of sound. The imagery is varied and fun and the tempo is quick! I love to couple them with body movement offering playful opportunities to connect with my baby. Children learn…