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Weekly Update April 17th - Passport to Italy: Our Preschoolers are Traveling the World Without Leaving the Classroom
At Fox Hill School, our young learners never stop exploring — and this week was no exception! Our world adventure continued as we packed our imaginary bags and "flew" to Italy, wrapped up our visit Down Under, and even unlocked the science behind one of nature's most magical sights. Read on to see what your little ones were up to this week!
Melanie Little
2 days ago4 min read


Weekly Update April 10th - More Australia and Easter Fun!
Celebrate global learning at the Fox Hill School preschool as children explore Australia through hands-on, play-based activities. Discover how experiential learning brings the world into the classroom while supporting social, emotional, and cognitive learning.
Emily Carter
Apr 103 min read


Weekly Update March 23 - G’day Mates-We’re Off to Australia!
Celebrate global learning at the Fox Hill School preschool as children explore Australia through hands-on, play-based activities. Discover how experiential learning brings the world into the classroom while supporting social, emotional, and cognitive learning.
Christina Hatch
Mar 272 min read


Weekly Update March 20 - Noodles, Dragons and Leprechauns, Oh My!
Celebrate global learning at the Fox Hill School preschool as children explore China and Ireland through hands-on, play-based activities. From creating a vibrant Chinese dragon dance and practicing fine motor skills with symbolic art to discovering Irish music, shamrocks, and playful leprechaun mischief, this engaging preschool curriculum builds creativity, teamwork, and cultural awareness. Discover how experiential learning brings the world into the classroom while supportin
Lauren Bosse
Mar 234 min read


Weekly Update March 13 - Celebrating 30 Years of Learning — and a Special Journey to Reggio Emilia
This year marks 30 years since I started Kids Incorporated, and it feels both humbling and joyful to reflect on the incredible journey it has been. Over the past three decades, I’ve had the privilege of meeting so many wonderful families and playing a small part in helping their children grow, explore, and discover the world around them. Thank you for being part of this community and for trusting us with your children.
Melanie Little
Mar 152 min read


Weekly Update March 6 - Exploring China, Celebrating Dr. Seuss, and the Students Become the Teachers!
We had our first full week of school in what feels like forever! We were very busy learning all about China, celebrating Dr. Seuss's birthday, transforming our dramatic play area into a classroom, and creating beautiful works of art.
Erin Lundberg
Mar 83 min read


Weekly Update February 13 - Exploring France, Celebrating the Olympics, and Sharing the Love
This week at Fox Hill School was filled with travel, creativity, fine motor practice, friendship, and fun! From continuing our journey to France to celebrating the Olympics and Valentine’s Day, we were busy exploring the world in meaningful, hands-on ways.
Michele Sumner
Feb 143 min read


Weekly Update February 6 - A Peek at Our Week of New Adventures at Fox Hill School: Traveling to FRANCE!
This week at the Fox Hill School, we left the frigid continent of Antarctica and hopped on a super-fast jet to travel to France! Our tiny humans came up with the idea of going to this lovely country. They would like to know how people dress, what the weather is like, and if French people really do eat snails and frog legs!
Emily Carter
Feb 113 min read


Handwriting Without Tears: Building Strong Foundations
The preschool years, typically ages 3 to 5, are a time of tremendous growth, exploration, and discovery. Children in this stage are naturally driven to assert themselves, make choices, and try new things. Supporting this emerging independence is essential, not only for their day-to-day confidence but also for the development of critical life skills that foster long-term success in school and beyond.
Michele Sumner
Feb 22 min read


Developing Fine Motor Skills with Fine Motor Journals
The preschool years, typically ages 3 to 5, are a time of tremendous growth, exploration, and discovery. Children in this stage are naturally driven to assert themselves, make choices, and try new things. Supporting this emerging independence is essential, not only for their day-to-day confidence but also for the development of critical life skills that foster long-term success in school and beyond.
Michele Sumner
Feb 22 min read


Math Manipulatives and Their Role in Early Childhood Education
Fox Hill School weekly update for October 10, 2025 - Preschool Still-life Art
Christina Hatch
Feb 21 min read


Nurturing Independence: The Importance of Supporting Self-Sufficiency in the Preschool Years
The preschool years, typically ages 3 to 5, are a time of tremendous growth, exploration, and discovery. Children in this stage are naturally driven to assert themselves, make choices, and try new things. Supporting this emerging independence is essential, not only for their day-to-day confidence but also for the development of critical life skills that foster long-term success in school and beyond.
Melanie Little
Feb 25 min read


Roots And Wings Podcast: Conversation With Paige Covello Of Create Space
Paige is the owner of Create Space, a mobile art studio based in Danvers that she started after 30 years of teaching art in the public schools. You may have seen her incredibly beautiful art van driving around town—sometimes it even looks like glitter is flying out the back. Paige is also an alumni parent at Fox Hill School and currently teaches art classes here on Mondays.
Melanie Little
Jan 265 min read


Weekly Update January 23 - A Peek at Our Week of New Adventures at Fox Hill School: Journeying Through Antarctica!
This week, we completed our study of Antarctica, diving deep into this icy continent through books, sensory play, art, and hands-on exploration. This engaging unit supported early learning across literacy, fine motor development, science, and creative expression.
Christina Hatch
Jan 233 min read


Weekly Update January 16 - A Week of Discovery at Fox Hill School: Exploring Antarctica, Art, Music, and the World Beyond
This week was a wonderful example of how integrated, play-based learning supports the whole child. Through reading, art, games, music, and cooking, we practiced critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration—skills that will serve us for years to come.
Lauren Bosse
Jan 162 min read


Weekly Update December 19 - Celebrating Our Final Week Before Winter Break at Fox Hill School
As we wrapped up our final week before Winter Break here at The Fox Hill School, our classrooms were full of excitement, creativity, and lots of holiday cheer. It was a fun week of learning and playing as we explored Hanukkah and Christmas together through stories, art, building, and play.
Michele Sumner
Dec 29, 20252 min read


Weekly Update December 12 - A Magical Week at Fox Hill School: Welcome to the North Pole Sweets Shoppe!
Reminders: December 18 - Popsicle Pajama Party December 19 - Popsicle Pajama Party December 20-January 4 - Winter Break - NO SCHOOL January 5 - First day of school 2026! Dramatic Play at the North Pole We transformed our dramatic play areas into the "North Pole Sweet Shoppe" complete with pretend treats, holiday decorations, and lots of imaginative play! The children loved playing the roles of bakers and shoppers, complete with holiday aprons and hats. But they didn't stop th
Erin Lundberg
Dec 15, 20252 min read


Weekly Update December 5 - From Fall to Winter: Exploring Snowsong Whistling at Fox Hill School
This week at Fox Hill School, we read some Thanksgiving and turkey books, to prepare us for the upcoming holiday! The children enjoyed hearing about family celebrations and special meals. We also talked about gratitude and what we are thankful for!
Emily Carter
Dec 5, 20253 min read


Weekly Update November 21 - Celebrating Fall through Gratitude, Creativity, and Community: A Week of Learning at Fox Hill School
This week at Fox Hill School, we read some Thanksgiving and turkey books, to prepare us for the upcoming holiday! The children enjoyed hearing about family celebrations and special meals. We also talked about gratitude and what we are thankful for!
Christina Hatch
Nov 21, 20253 min read


Weekly Update November 14 - Exploring Fall Through Leaves, Art, and Enrichment: A Week of Learning at Fox Hill School
This week at Fox Hill School, we dove into We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt by Steve Metzger. The story follows a group of children who discover different kinds of leaves—and that each leaf belongs to a specific tree with its own fall color.
This book is perfect for building early science skills. Preschoolers learn to observe, compare, classify, and make real-world connections—key components of early literacy and cognitive development.
Melanie Little
Nov 14, 20253 min read
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