With the uncertainty of public and private schools starting in fall due to COVID-19, have you decided where you will be sending your child for 3K and 4K? Our 3K and 4K programs at all of our centers (in Downtown Milwaukee, Southside Milwaukee, Oak Creek, and West Allis/Wauwatosa) will be running and are certain to… Read more »
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June’s Virtues of the Month – Modesty and Moderation
Ebenezer’s Virtues of the Month Program is about empowering adults and children to live by their highest values. There are 52 virtues in the program. The mission of the Virtues Program is to provide empowering strategies of excellence that inspire the practice of virtues at Ebenezer Child Care Centers as well as at home. Modesty… Read more »
Storytime with Ebenezer – The Kissing Hand
As people continue to stay at home due to COVID-19 safety precautions, we decided to do another story time. This week Jodi O’Neill from Ebenezer’s Oak Creek Center is reading the “Kissing Hand” by Audrey Penn. Audry Penn started her first career as a ballerina dancing with the National Ballet, New York City Ballet, Stuttgart… Read more »
June’s Parenting Tip: The Importance of Incorporating Play Into Learning
What is play and why is it important to children? Kris McPhail, Curriculum Specialist from the Downtown Ebenezer Child Care Center, commented that when she went to college she was taught that play is the work of the child. While doing some research for this article, she found many definitions. Most definitions of play included… Read more »
May’s Virtues of the Month: Respect and Responsibility
Ebenezer’s Virtues of the Month Program is about empowering adults and children to live by their highest values. There are 52 virtues in the program. The mission of the Virtues Program is to provide empowering strategies of excellence that inspire the practice of virtues at Ebenezer Child Care Centers as well as at home. This… Read more »
Storytime with Ebenezer – The Napping House
As Wisconsin’s Shelter in Place order continues, Jodi O’Neill from Ebenezer’s Oak Creek Center is reading the “The Napping House” by Audrey and Don Wood. Audry Wood uses the medium of children’s literature to practice the disciplines of art, music, drama, dance, and writing. Her unique work creates a sense of imagination and excitement. She… Read more »
May’s Parenting Tip: Kindergarten Readiness
Starting kindergarten is a big step for any child. That’s why it is so important that you are sure your child is ready for kindergarten before he or she starts. If you are unsure, there are some easy questions that you can ask to help determine if your child has the necessary skills to succeed… Read more »
Storytime with Ebenezer – Family of Earth
With Wisconsin’s Shelter in Place order extended we thought it would be nice to continue our story time. In honor of Earth Day, Jodi O’Neill from our Oak Creek Center is reading “Family of Earth” by Schim Schimmel, an internationally renowned artist/author whose artwork and books have been lovingly embraced world-wide for their beauty… Read more »
April’s Virtues of the Month: Courage and Cleanliness
Ebenezer’s Virtues of the Month Program is about empowering adults and children to live by their highest values. There are 52 virtues in the program. The mission of the Virtues Program is to provide empowering strategies of excellence that inspire the practice of virtues at Ebenezer Child Care Centers as well as at home. This… Read more »
Storytime with Ebenezer – One Smile
With our state’s shelter in place order set to run through April 24 we thought you might enjoy a special storytime with Jodi O’Neill from our Oak Creek Center. The book is entitled “One Smile” by Cindy McKinley. To purchase it visit: https://www.amazon.com/One-Smile-Cindy-McKinley/dp/0935699236