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33 Large Climbing Rocks ery child who ena music wall, amters a chance to phitheater stage gain knowledge for imaginative in math, science play, raised garAmphitheater Stage and social emoden beds, a few tional developwooden huts, a ment all while exbike path, a dry Sensory Path Way ploring the beauty of creek bed, balancnature,” she said. “Our ing logs, stepping . Our expectations are high and stumps, a reading log, h log tunnels and a hand carved will continue to increase to meet o canoe occupy, the faculty and the ever changing interests and ts staff of ECEC are sure never to skills of our students.” find a bored child. One of the most popular features of the playscape is the sensory path. The path gives students of all abilities the opportunity to engage their senses while being in nature. It incorporates multi-textured stones, interesting pieces of art, herbs and spices to engage the sense of smell, as well as a tree with quiet bells to ring when the wind blows. According to VanHorn, something that sounds so simple can provide students with a rich learning experience. Raised Garden Beds Hand Carved Canoe Stepping Stumps “Many children never get a chance to indulge in the feeling of nature or discover the changes that happen around them. This playscape gives ev- Troy, MO LICENSED • BONDED • INSURED Restoration & Roofing Pros INSPECTIONS FREE 636-262-2063 r Visit ou om showro today!!! HOURS: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm 24/7 Service Available www.myersselecthomes.com 440 Gracie Ln • Moscow Mills If you need something big hauled, who else would you call? theWRECKING CREW LLC WE WANT YOUR JUNK VEHICLES Follow us to better prices Win?eld: 636-462-1727 Troy: 636-528-1727 Vandalia: 573-594-3013 www.wreckingcrewnow.com