Over the Rainbow Home DayCare

"Isn't it delightful when our imagination becomes reality?" — Anne of Green Gables

Our mud kitchen is where imagination truly comes to life. Over time, it has been the setting for so many wonderful creations: cupcakes, muffins, soup, pizza, and even magical potions!

Perched at the highest point of our outdoor space, our mud kitchen invites children to explore, create, and play freely. Here, simple ingredients like mud, water, leaves, and sticks transform into delicious pretend meals and imaginative stories.

It’s always amazing to see how a little imagination can turn the simplest place into the most magical one.

The snow may still cover the ground ❄️, but our hearts are ready for spring 🌸, counting down the days until outdoor adventures await! 🌈

More attention. More connection. More childhood.
Because every look, every gesture, every story we hear matters.

Caring for a child goes beyond organizing activities or filling schedules. It’s noticing needs, celebrating discoveries, comforting fears, and rejoicing in small victories.

It’s turning presence into safety and trust, every single day.

About this week ❤️

They love this place of our living room 🩵

Today, the light table became an invitation to explore.
Shells, fabrics, tubes, and recycled materials came together as loose parts, opening space for imagination and discovery.

When children are trusted with open-ended materials, learning unfolds naturally.
We’re confident we’re building a beautiful path here — guided by curiosity and creativity 🌈

Last week was short, but full of meaningful projects.
Our environment is intentionally set up to invite children in — every toy, every material has a purpose. From there, activities naturally emerge through collaboration and curiosity.
Being part of this moment in their lives is truly beautiful ❤️✨

Many meaningful experiences to keep little hands engaged and curious.
There is so much deep work happening here every day.

Outdoor time is always a chapter of its own — where children explore trails, create soups, and build snowmen, building knowledge through play, relationships, and a strong connection with nature. 🌿❄️

Our light table was a beautiful success. Children explored colors, light, and transparency while engaging with Arctic animals, expressing curiosity, wonder, and joy.
We also experimented with recyclable materials, transforming everyday objects into opportunities for creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration.

Lovely and busy week at our daycare! 💛
So many little hands creating, exploring natural materials, and having fun together. We love seeing their curiosity and creativity grow every day 🌿✨

A few joyful moments from our last weeks of the year ✨
This little group fills our days with energy, creativity, and so much joy. They truly make our days brighter 💛

Moments like these remind us of the beauty of learning outside, where conversation, observation, and connection grow together🌱

We also made some pies, but unfortunately I can’t reveal the recipe! 😄