Special Programs

Community visitors bring their world to Annandale Co-op students. In the past the fire department, police officers, nurses, veterinarians, even a folk singer has enlarged the world of our preschool children. Additionally, Annandale children enjoy special performances by Barbara E, the story lady, whose music, song and props captivate children. Kay Dee Puppets visits Annandale Co-op as well; their stories and puppets bring a child's imagination to life.

In addition to various persons who visit Annandale Cooperative Preschool, children enjoy animal guests throughout the year. Turtles, tadpoles, toads, frogs, fish, birds and praying mantis have visited in the recent past. In April the 2 year olds tend to an incubator as they hatch baby chicks from eggs; when the first chick hatches from its shell there is a sense of celebration and wonder throughout the school. In May as part of the science program, each classroom cares for caterpillars which then make their chrysalis. One by one they emerge. On the day the butterflies are released, the school flutters with activity. Our animal visitors offer so much to the Annandale Co-op children: an opportunity to see something new, to observe something different, to learn about the world around them and to learn about themselves.

Coming soon: pictures and a contact form for community volunteers