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• Preschool Playtime Summer 2010 Recap Preschool Playtime is a chance for preschoolers to experience all the sensational fun of the playground program (themes, games, arts -n- crafts, specialists, etc.), but in a smaller, less intimidating group setting. Note: all participants must be potty- trained and 3 years old by June 14, 2010. The above description was published in the 2010 Spring /Summer Lino Lakes Newsletter. Registration began March 4, 2010 and ended the week before programs on June 11, 2010. In this report you will read some highlights from this summer. Program Structure: Days /Dates: Monday /Wednesday Program: June 14 — August 4 (No program, July 5) Tuesday/Thursday Program: June 15 — August 5 Hours: 9:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. Location: Marshan Park Cost: $85; $80 Lino Lakes Resident Ages: 3 — 4 years Just as in the playground program each program held a finale on the last week of program which included time with the bounce house as well as a special snack. Registration Totals: The maximum for preschool playtime is 18 participants this helps keep the ratio 1 staff to 6 children which is a manageable number for that age group. This summer there were 16 children registered in the Monday /Wednesday Program and 17 registered in the Tuesday/Thursday program. For a total of 33 participants which is a 22% increase from 2009. Themes and Special Theme Craft Projects: Preschool Playtime has the same theme weeks as the playground program with crafts and activities made age appropriate. The creative staff with Preschool Playtime did an excellent job of creating craft projects that worked for preschoolers. Each session of Preschool Playtime also received a visit from the Art Specialists at one of their classes each week. Week 1— Sports Mania Craft: Sport Ball Prints This week participants will try their hands at a variety of different sports and activities. It's all about teamwork and trying new games this week! Be creative in your plan for the week. Learn a bit about new sports and our hometown teams. Be sure to incorporate some name games to help learn everyone's name. Week 2 — Let's Rock and Roll Craft: Maraca Mania It's time to be creatvie and "Rock and Roll!" This week it's all about music! Have a karaoke contest; award prizes for best routines and performances. Divide kids up into teams and have "Elvis vs. the Beatles" (or any other music stars your park prefers) Dr. Dodgeball match up! Week 3 — America the Beautiful Craft: Americana Handprint Keepsake "Oh say can you see ..." it's the week before the 4th of July! Time to get the kids at the playground excited about fireworks, barbecues and parades to come. Develop a sense of patriotism at your park - have the kids learn the names of 5 states, or presidents or capitols. Gear up for your own patriotic party on Friday if you choose!