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All of us have been affected by COVID-19 in one way or another, especially here in NYC. At The Art Farm NYC, we hope that you and your family have been able to stay safe. We miss our in-person preschool classes and farm tours just as much as you do, and we can’t wait for…
The Art Farm was founded on the idea that children need to be more connected to nature in order to grow into healthy adults. Thus, we are a nature-focused educational center that offers classes for kids in NYC, including preschool classes. We are New York City’s only indoor petting zoo, helping to bring nature to…
If you’re like many parents, then you’ve probably experienced just how difficult it is to keep your child occupied at home all day, every day. While it can be tempting to throw limits on television, video games, and cell phones to the wind, there are a number of different, easy-to-implement ways to keep your child…
Between canceled classes, stay-at-home orders, and the countless interruptions to our day-to-day lives, your child has gone through several major events in recent months. This is a difficult time for everyone, and it can be particularly difficult for children whose birthdays can’t be celebrated traditionally. Although The Art Farm NYC is currently closed to the…
Are you wondering which NYC preschool is right for your child? The options are almost endless — how can you choose the one that’s right for your child? You’ve come to the right place. We discussed a few reasons why we believe every child should attend our NYC preschool in a previous entry, so be…
Many parents aren’t sure whether or not preschool is the right decision for their child. We can’t blame them — sending your child somewhere new can be a difficult change. At The Art Farm NYC, we take pride in providing a safe, welcoming preschool program that builds important skills in a fun and engaging way.…
With so many NYC preschools all telling you that they have the best program for your child, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the options. At The Art Farm NYC, we really do believe that we offer the best preschool program in NYC. In today’s post, we’re going to expand on that belief and explain…
Math is such an important skill to have. If you take a look around you, most of what you see is based on math. When kids get older and they are beginning to decide on a career, knowing math will be foundational no matter what career path they choose. The Art Farm offers NYC preschool…
Cheesy Mushroom Bites Ingredients: 4 baby portabella mushrooms (stems removed, and gills cleaned out by adults) 2 TBSP ricotta cheese ½ tsp fresh lemon juice (juice from 1/8 lemon) 1 tsp fresh Parmesan cheese 1 tsp breadcrumbs 1 leaf fresh mint 2 teaspoons shredded mozzarella or muenster cheese 4 sun-dried tomatoes or 4 half cherry…
Reading is foundational to not only success in school, but also to succeed in life. The more you read, the more you know. The more you know, the better you’ll do in school and in life. In the 21st century, we have the benefit of thousands of years of writings from others. We can learn…