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Miss Bethany, May Team Member of the Month

Once described as a rainbow, Bethany Schreck, our dazzling Communications Manager, has made Bubbles Academy a brighter and even more colorful place by being such an extraordinary team member. Bethany has a heart of gold and is truly Bubb... To read more >>>

Mom & Tot Class: The Language Benefit for Infants and Young Toddlers

By: Gretchen Olson, Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist at North Shore Pediatric Therapy Language is essentially all about sharing; sharing ideas, thoughts, needs, etc. This sharing begins in infancy when a parent is the primary... To read more >>>

Tea Party Time!

Chef Kristi and Chef Rich closed our Second Winter Session with a celebratory springtime tea party! The cuisine, though dainty, was delicious and a very loveable lunchtime treat for our Taste Buddies’ kids. Try the following recipes at... To read more >>>

Miss Tamara, March Team Member of the Month

When we think of a true Renaissance woman, unstoppable idea generator and life enthusiast, we think of none other than our New Business Director, Tamara Nolte. Tamara has been a team member of Bubbles Academy since the doors opened on... To read more >>>

King Potato & Queen Strawberry!

Chef Kristi and Chef Rich began the session with two American delicacies — baked potatoes and strawberry shortcake! These recipes (created, tasted and approved by our Taste Buddies’ kids) are sure to bring a crowd to your kitchen! ... To read more >>>

Miss Meg, February Team Member of the Month

Meg Lowndes is the epitome of positivity and truly exudes “warm fuzzies." She plays such a key part in welcoming our families and very much so in welcoming new members of our team as Human Resources Manager. We are so thankful for t... To read more >>>

Sweet on Sandwich + Salad

Chef Kristi and Chef Rich cooked up many hearty, unique and satisfying dishes during our First Winter Session, which wrapped up last week right before Valentine’s Day! Here are some of their favorite recipes — created, tasted and app... To read more >>>

Miss Kirsten, January Team Member of the Month

One of the newest members of Bubbles Academy is Operations Manager Kirsten. In the few months since her arrival, Kirsten has rallied our team together, creatively introduced new procedures and displayed an admirable commitment to providi... To read more >>>

Let’s Do Lunch!

One of my favorite classes this session was when our Taste Buddies’ chefs revived your classic lunch items. We started by making some delicious sushi sandwiches (thank you to martastewart.com). First, flatten one slice of plain whi... To read more >>>

The “Push & Shove”: Advice for Parents on Pushing

Miss Becca, Artistic & Curriculum Director, teaches and interacts closely with the 12 month to 5-year age group. She is a lead teacher in Bubble Prep, Bubble Me, Bubble Step, Bubble Art+Music and Creative Movement classes. Below is h... To read more >>>

Backpacking Preschoolers!

This session in Bubble Bees, our two day a week preschool program, we have been traveling all around the world! Each day after we get reacquainted with our friends during Open Play, the Bees sit together in a circle and examine our map t... To read more >>>

Miss Becca, November Team Member of the Month

Miss Becca is our cartwheeling, glitterfying and hug-loving Artistic & Curriculum Director. She is also a golden representation of the caliber we aim for in our teaching team — warm, attentive and truly inventive in both originatin... To read more >>>

Pa-Pa-Pizza Day!

Our homemade pizza recipe is so easy to make! Plus, pack on the toppings to you and your kiddos liking.  As an appetizer to pizza, enjoy a Panzanella Salad: Roll out pre-made whole-wheat dough and bake it in the oven at 400 degre... To read more >>>

Miss Natalie’s Top Toys!

It’s that time of year again! Whether you are looking for some cool new toys for the upcoming holiday season, or searching for ways to beat the chilly weather blues, Bubbles Academy has got you covered. Here are my top picks for toys ... To read more >>>

A Football Feast

During our second week in Taste Buddies class, we cooked up a menu well suited for a fall Sunday afternoon watching football! We started with some delicious Sweet Potato Fries:  Start with a clean sweet potato (peeled or unpeeled... To read more >>>

Independence, Occupations & a bit of Biking!

Bubble Step: Students are off to a great start to our journey towards independence. Grown ups stayed in the room during week one so that everyone could get familiar with the routine of Open Play, clean up, circle time, art time, snack an... To read more >>>

Mediterranean Cuisine!

We started the first day of First Fall's Taste Buddies with a very Mediterranean menu! As our warm-up, we mashed up chickpeas for our main course: falafel! Once those chickpeas were mushed up, we added a whole bunch of spices for flav... To read more >>>

Miss Sam, September Team Member of the Month

Miss Sam has been a ray of sunshine for Bubbles Academy since she began in early 2011. She will be bringing her glowing energy and animation as the lead teacher in both Bubble Bees and Bubble Step during our First Fall Session. We ar... To read more >>>

Dino Bees!

This week was Dinosaur Week! We got in the spirit by dressing up with dinosaur hats and tails. Our first book of the week was Ten Terrible Dinosaurs. We tested out our dino skills by marching, roaring and eating just like dinosaurs do! I... To read more >>>

Stepping Up the Silly!

In Bubble Step, we aim to get our students school ready by cultivating an appreciation for fun and a love of learning. Sometimes when feeling nervous or anxious in the classroom, it helps to just get silly!  We sang goofy songs in circl... To read more >>>

Step in Play-Doh & Bee a Potato!

Miss Becca: I try to take pictures in every class.  Most of the time I only get a chance to capture what I play with during Open Choice.  Last week it was Play-Doh!  We had such a good time modeling, rolling and cutting.  I love Play... To read more >>>

Bubble Step in the Clouds

Last week in Bubble Step class, we made cloud dough! This was a great way to foster independence and teamwork through measuring, mixing and getting messy together. First we took turns feeling the flour, and then measuring and pouring int... To read more >>>

Bubble Bees Talk Feelings

Today, the book of the day was When Sophie Gets Angry... Really, Really Angry by Molly Bang. This week we are reading books that talk about feelings. Bang's book was a perfect way for our students to learn about what to do when they get ... To read more >>>

Mex Fusion Meal

Our little chefs had a taste of Mex Fusion Meal!  Try at home ... We started class by shredding grilled chicken for our tacos. We placed our chicken, beans and fresco cheese on top of a corn tortilla and carefully placed them in the ... To read more >>>

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