Originally Posted by dapb45:
I believe, as well, in the power of play. It is my goal to set up the environment and let them play and learn in the process. Yep, they can learn academically through play! Story in point....I had a 4 yr old dcb once that continually talked about his grandpa/mom/dad and milking cows on their farm. Not occasionally but all the time....even if I was talking. He just seemed to jabber all the time. Anyway, I told my assistant that I was worried because I felt he wasn't learning anything and kindergarten was coming up for him. Well, to my surprise, he was telling his mom through all his talking at home what he had learned at daycare. So, never underestimate the power of play. He was more than prepared for school and is now in 4th grade. Even when it looks like they aren't getting it, they very well may be! 
love it. they are constantly learning. set up a learning enviroment