General News: Nature Museum Pre-School Open House
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February 07, 2012
From the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum
Preschool Director, Sandy Dixon, has announced that the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum will be holding an “open house” for prospective students for the 2012 -13 school year of the Young Naturalist Preschool Program on Wednesday, February 15th from 4 to 6 pm at the Museum’s Outdoor Discovery Center, on Muser Drive across from 174 Angola Road. All prospective students and their parents can learn about the museum’s Pre-school program at this Open House. This unique program emphasizes science-based activities, outdoor experiences, social skills and preparation for kindergarten using the resources of the Nature Museum including its collection of live animals and its 177 acres of fields, ponds and woodlands.
“It is amazing how much 3 and 4 year olds can learn about nature and science,” says Mrs. Dixon. “We hike to the forest, plant seeds, create things from recyclables, draw from nature, observe insects, experiment, identify birds, search for tadpoles and generally have a great time.”
"Play time in nature is so important to healthy child development, says Executive Director, Jackie Grant. “Research has shown that children who play outside are more physically active, more creative in their play, less aggressive, and show better concentration."
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The Young Naturalist Pre-school runs from September to June at the Outdoor Discovery Center. Openings for 2012-13 are currently available. The Open House is the opportunity for new families to see the classroom and to meet the Young Naturalist teachers. New families may apply for the program by completing an application form that will be available at the Open House or that is currently available on the museum’s website. For more information about this nature-based preschool call 845-534-5506, ext. 204 or visit www.hhnaturemuseum.org.
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