Summer Camp 2023 — Highway to Heaven — Ends September 1st

Every year the leaders at  Apple Tree Learning Center plan a specially-themed summer camp that is sure to entertain, educate and elevate every camper to a new level of confidence!

This year we are celebrating with the theme – “Highway to Heaven!”  Our teachers have planned weekly themed events to take the campers on a journey of discovery with fun activities while learning about God’s creation and stories of the Bible.  We have field trips for our 4yr and School age groups, water play, cooking projects, science projects, in house events and crafts. This daily adventure will included fun, learning, and timeless Bible stories.

The greatest benefit of our annual summer camp program is that it prepares your child to walk into the school year with even more knowledge, confidence and motivation to succeed in the classroom.

If you are searching for the perfect SUMMER CAMP HOME for your child in 2023,  please contact our Suffolk, Executive, Mt Pleasant, and Hickory location to sign up. 

We are here to answer your questions so that you can learn more about all of the plans that we have for your child to have fun with their friends exploring, dreaming, thinking, creating, and most importantly … a summer filled with learning and fun!

Home Safety Checklist for Preschoolers

A parent’s top priority is keeping his or her children safe. Toddlers and preschool age children spend much of their time in the house, so it’s essential that parents safeguard the home to prevent injuries and accidents. Follow this room-by-room checklist to keep small children out of harm’s way.

Bathroom

• Set your hot water heater to 125 degrees. Most hot water heaters are pre-set at 140 degrees, which could burn a child in less than three seconds.
• Keep all medications and vitamins out of sight and out of reach of small children.

Bedroom

• To prevent falls, position beds and dressers away from windows. Lock windows or use window guards to limit how far the window will open.
• Ensure that cords for window blinds are out of reach, as this can pose a strangulation threat.
• Mount heavy furniture to the wall so that it won’t tip over should a child climb on it.
• Make sure there is a working smoke alarm in or near children’s bedrooms.

Living Room

• Place breakable items on high shelves.
• Only allow your child to play with age-appropriate toys. Check toys for small or loose parts that are a choking hazard.
• Install anti-tipping devices on televisions and bookcases.
• Use table guards to cover sharp corners.
• Block access to the fireplace with a gate or barrier. Keep fireplace tools and accessories out of reach.

Kitchen

• Keep hot food and liquids pushed back on the counter and out of reach from children.
• When cooking on the stove, turn pot handles toward the back of the stove or use the back burners.
• Place knives, scissors, and other sharp objects out of reach of children.
• Remove small magnets from the refrigerator.

Laundry Room

• Keep laundry detergent and other cleaning supplies out of sight and reach. Store them in original containers to easily access ingredients if accidentally ingested.
• Store the iron out of reach, especially immediately after use.

 

In addition to these room-specific tips, outlet covers, doorknob covers, baby gates, and cabinet locks should be used throughout the house as needed. Stay safe!