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Afterschool Fun for Elementary School Children

Afterschool Fun for Elementary School Children

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Maplewood Country Day Camp & Enrichment Center in Easton Ma is a fun and exciting place for preschool to 9th grade kids. Their mission is to create a warm, welcoming, creative environment year ‘round that makes everyone feel like family. With caring counselors and specialists, children are guided as they take on new challenges in every step of the way. For further information visit: http://www.maplewoodyearround.com/ 150 Foundry St. (Route 106) PO Box 88 (Mailing) South Easton, MA 02375 Email: [email protected] Telephone: (508) 238-2387 FAX: (508) 238-1154

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  • 1. Afterschool Fun for Elementary School Children
  • 2. With hot, sunny days of summer adventures behind them, kids can channel the lively camaraderie of summer day camp at fun-filled hours at neighborhood afterschool programs.
  • 3. Designed to give youngsters structured activities and outdoor play as well as time to do homework, afterschool programs have grown in popularity as more parents work outside the home.
  • 4. For many kids day camp is a place to make amazing summer memories, and a great afterschool program provides the same active, engaging atmosphere.
  • 5. Kids love having extra time to play with friends after school, and organized programs offer well-supervised, activity-filled hours at the end of the school day.
  • 6. Offered at elementary schools, community centers and other kid-friendly venues, these programs give youngsters the chance to participate in organized games
  • 7. free play, arts and crafts, drama, music, gardening and so many other fun and educational activities.
  • 8. Sports and activities can range from horseback riding to science experiments, writing workshops and pick-up basketball games.
  • 9. By combining academics and activities, afterschool programs help kids grow as individuals and gain self-esteem.
  • 10. For several hours after school, kids take part in group activities, cooperative projects and free play in addition to having a set time for homework.
  • 11. With a friendly, fun-filled atmosphere reminiscent of an old-fashioned neighborhood, programs aim to keep kids busy, happy and engaged until its time for parents to pick them.
  • 12. Teachers and counselors are skilled in helping kids play well together, work as a team and stay on top of homework assignments.
  • 13. Parents love knowing that their elementary age kids are given the chance to play outside with friends, get help with homework or experiment with new endeavors like drama, music or art.
  • 14. Many afterschool programs offer creative a variety of activities including ceramics, woodworking, painting and acting.
  • 15. Programs may be held in facilities that have on-site ceramics studios or woodworking shops, and many have plentiful art supplies to encourage kids to tap into their creative side.
  • 16. Afterschool programs are great for kids socially.
  • 17. Rather than going home and staying with a babysitter or sitting in front of the TV in an empty house after school
  • 18. kids can hang out with old friends and make new ones.
  • 19. Whether playing a lively game of tag, jamming on the drums, writing a funny skit or collaborating on a homework project
  • 20. everythings more fun when you do it with pals.
  • 21. Counselors are skilled at making sure everyone is included in group games, sing-alongs or skits
  • 22. and know how to encourage kids to work as a team, support each other and get to know new people.
  • 23. Counselors and teachers teach social skills that stress positive reinforcement, encouraging and caring for others.
  • 24. From special theme days to field trips, talent shows and ping pong tournaments, theres never a dull moment in a well-run after school program.
  • 25. Kids may take jaunts to local parks, museums or libraries, and special projects can include gardening, cooking or even animal care.
  • 26. Not only are after school programs fun, but the kids are learning a lot without even realizing it
  • 27. whether its measuring out the ingredients for cupcakes or figuring out the best strategy in a game of monopoly or chess.
  • 28. Kids can learn so many things at day camp.
  • 29. Let your kids enjoy the afterschool program at Maplewood Summer Day Camp.
  • 30. Experienced staff will keep your child both safe and busy with arts and crafts, games, water sports, gymnastics and more.
  • 31. Visit the site at www.maplewoodyearround.com to see the fun your child will have at Maplewood Summer Day Camp.
  • 32. MAPLEWOOD COUNTRY DAY CAMP & ENRICHMENT CENTER 150 Foundry St. (Route 106) PO Box 88 (Mailing) South Easton, MA 02375 Email: [email protected] Telephone: (508) 238-2387 FAX: (508) 238-1154