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The Journey Preschool

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Light of the World: FREE Bible Lesson for Kids

My daughters are 3 and 4 and every night, as I tuck them into bed, they beg for stories and songs. After recounting a made-up tale of a princess exploring a new island on her magical flying unicorn, we settle in for a song or two. Recently they’ve been wanting “This Little Light of Mine” on repeat. I love to see their little fingers wave in the air as they boldly sing, usually at the top of their lungs, “This little light of mine, I’m going to let it shine!” It encourages and challenges my heart to shine for Jesus in a dark world.

Today, I want you to pray that you would be a LIGHT wherever God has placed you. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” (5:14-16)

When we spend time with the Lord we reflect His light and point others to Him, like a beacon of hope. John 8:12 says, “When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

We can shine God’s light in our classroom, our Sunday School room, our home, etc. when:

— we choose to respond in love, instead of reacting in anger, when a student ruffles our feathers

–we give a kind and gentle answer to a belligerent parent–we choose to humbly ask for forgiveness when we’ve been wrong

–we stay a few minutes after work to listen to and encourage a coworker who’s struggling

–we give grace to someone, even when the world would say they don’t deserve it

–we offer wisdom and encouragement from the Bible instead of a pat “everything will work out” answer

–we stand firm in our convictions and don’t compromise on what God’s Word says is right and wrongI am praying for you, dear teachers!

I don’t need to tell you that believers in Jesus are waging a war against darkness in this world. But we do not despair! “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” (John 1:5)

We know the ending – Jesus, the King of Kings, will reign supreme on His throne and we will spend eternity worshipping Him. Fellow believer, I charge you to let your light shine while we wait!

But being called a Light to the World isn’t just for adults – Kids can learn about shining the light of Jesus too!

I have created a FREE Bible unit you can use when teaching children about the biblical concept of Jesus being the  LIGHT OFTHE WORLD  and our calling to be a  LIGHT TO THE WORLD.

I’ve included activities for a variety of levels – you can pick and choose what will work best for your child(ren).

Here are the activities the unit includes:

I have written a short devotional to explain the biblical concept of the Light of the World. As the teacher (or mom), you can read it to young children and discuss it as you go. If you’re completing this unit with older children you can give them the devotional to read on their own.

The Bible verse for the unit is John 8:12 “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” I have included two versions of the poster – one in color to display and one in black and white for the kids to color as they review the verse.

There are a lot of Bible verses that discuss this concept of light. I chose two of them for the children to read, discuss, and learn. In addition to the weekly Bible verse listed above (John 8:12) I have also chosen Matthew 5:14-16 that reminds us of our role as Christians: “You are the light of the world… let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:14-16). I have included two different versions for each verse – one in print and one in cursive. You can choose the appropriate worksheets based on the age and ability of your kids.

Then we have craft time! I have two fun crafts you can choose from as you discuss the devotional, practice the Bible verse, etc. The one for the younger kids has the children coloring a picture of Jesus and a lightbulb and an earth to help them remember the concept that Jesus is the light of the world. The other craft is a mosaic lightbulb that older kids can creatively color.

Next we have two comprehension/extension activities: 1. True or false fact sort. Give each student the activity sheet and have them color the thumbs-up or thumbs-down to demonstrate their comprehension of the lesson. Optional: Read the statements out loud and have the children respond by giving a thumbs-up or thumbs-down or by standing verses sitting.

2. Light vs. darkness sort. Give each student the activity sheet and have them color each picture and decide if the action is representing the light of Jesus or the darkness of sin. Optional: Have the children act out the scenarios and decide as a class if that action is demonstrating the light of Christ or darkness of sin.

To wrap up the unit we brainstorm ideas of how we can practically be a light wherever God has placed us. I give the kiddos “homework” – to be a light and share the light of God with someone! Remind them that God is glorified by our good deeds.

To wrap up the unit, I’ve compiled some fun ideas you can share with your little learners:

For a little treat you can get these lightbulb containers and fill them with candy or snacks.

You can also give each student a little something to take home to remind them of the message: I recommend these glow sticks or these little flashlights. *

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If you’re feeling very adventurous you can even get the supplies to make your own homemade candles with the children! I know they would think of this unit every time they lit it 🙂 I found a cute and easy tutorial on Pinterest.

Phew! Well thanks for sticking with me – I hope you got some ideas to help you plan your Bible unit and engage your students.

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Journey Pre-school

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Jennifer Nicholls has a bachelor's degree in Child Development and Family Studies and a Master's degree is Early Childhood Education. She has been teaching preschool for the past 9 years. Ms. Jenn is passionate about early childhood education. She believes a quality early childhood education sets up a child for life success. Her program emphasizes social and emotional learning while also teaching the basics needed to prepare children to enter K successfully. She is a proud mother of 5 beautiful children. She also loves to hike, read, and play music on her piano or ukulele.

Silvana Corbett has over 20 years experience in child care. She is Brazilian and speaks Portuguese with the kids as well as does a singing time in that language. Silvana has earned her 90 hours of childcare certification.

Jamar Myers is our teacher aide. He is full of energy and excitement. It is amazing to have a male represented in early childhood. He is attending University and majoring in Business.

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"My child wasn't speaking or interacting with other children. After one year at Journey, she was speaking and getting better at social interaction. We cannot say enough good things about Journey Preschool."

Welcome to Journey Preschool! We are so happy you are joining us this school year. Our philosophy follows the great principles of Maria Montessori. The work we do is tailored to each child's age, language, and developmental needs. Our program accepts children of all abilities, cultural backgrounds, and languages. The principles we follow are:

1-Foster independence and choice

Use movement along with cognition

Employ courtesy and kindness in all we do

To learn from and with our peers

To grow in social and emotional learning

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Mom shares son's hilarious 1st school photos: 'A family memory for us'

"When [the teacher] handed me the pictures, I was lost for words.”

A California toddler's first school photos are going viral for the funniest reason.

Mom Keishaun Anderson shared her 2-year-old son's photos in a post on the social platform X, formerly called Twitter, where it's quickly gone viral with over 17 million views.

"[Y'all] my son took his first school pictures," Anderson wrote in the caption, alongside four snapshots of her son Arris with his black hoodie up, looking thoroughly displeased with the cherished rite of passage that is Picture Day.

Anderson told "Good Morning America" Arris, who she described as "super outgoing," is usually a smiley and photogenic kid who loves attending preschool, where he's in his first year.

When she went to pick up her son at school after the photos were taken on Sept. 10, Anderson said the teacher was waiting for her with the photo printout.

"She had a paper in her hand and she just kind of held it close to her and started laughing," Anderson recalled. "And I was like, Wait, what's wrong? And when she handed me the pictures, I was lost for words."

Anderson said she couldn't help but laugh as well once she saw Arris' photos.

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"He's made that face around me hundreds of times but he normally loves school and he's normally not really upset. So I was just so shocked that he did that, especially … because just 30 minutes prior to that, we were in the car and I took pictures of him and he was smiling," she said.

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Anderson, a hairstylist, said Arris may have been affected by another recent milestone – his first haircut.

"He had a lot of hair, but it was a bit much to manage and he did not like getting it done so he got his first haircut. And as you could assume how a child would feel, some days, he doesn't really like it," the mom of one said. "If he's more comfortable with his hood on, I'll let him do it. I just did not know he was going to keep the hood on for the photo."

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In the end, Anderson said she doesn't regret how Arris' first school photos came out.

"I love the outcome of the pictures. It's going to be a family memory for us," she said. "These pictures are going to linger around forever. He's not going to be able to live it down."

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23 Adventure Picture Books for Kids

A friend of mine mentioned that her child loved adventure stories, and did I have any adventure picture books to recommend?

Of course I did!

The children's picture books on this list feature many characteristics of a good adventure story. Danger! Surprises! Fantastical creatures! Reversal of fortunes! Plus, some very active imaginations. Read these adventure picture books with your kids and let the journey take you where it will!

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Journey (trilogy) by Aaron Becker

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Becker's debut book is an utterly magical wordless adventure. A lonely girl uses her red crayon to draw a door. When she steps through the door, she embarks on a wondrous journey requiring her courage, ingenuity and kindness. Afraid of wordless books? Don't be. Read my parent tips for enjoying wordless books with your kids .

The Secret Shortcut by Mark Teague

Wendell and Floyd are continually late for school, not because they have trouble getting out the door in the morning like yours truly, but because they have active imaginations. You see, on the way to school they keep getting captured by space creatures, caught in plagues of frogs, or waylaid by pirates. They decide the solution is to take the shortcut -- the secret shortcut they invented themselves. The shortcut, however, ends up being more of an adventure than they thought...

King Arthur's Very Great Grandson  by Kenneth Kraegel

This is a wonderful twist on the knight adventure story. Young Henry Alfred Grummorson sets out to slay a few beasts and meets some very formidable creatures. At least they  seem  formidable. It just so happens that none of the mythical beasts want to do battle. They'd rather play games, make friends, blow smoke rings, that sort of thing. All in all, though, young Henry still finds it quite exciting. A marvelous story.

MORE: Readers will find grand adventures in these King Arthur Books and Retellings

Wonder Walkers by Micha Archer

Sometimes the best adventure is the one where you discover the simple joys that hide in plain sight. Two children spend time outdoors looking at and wondering about rivers, mountains, the sun and more. Simple text allows readers to immerse themselves in the gorgeous illustrations feel the joys of movement and adventure with the protagonists.

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The Song that Called Them Home by David A. Robertson, illustrated by Maya McKibbin

Indigenous siblings, Lauren and James, have an afternoon out with their grandfather. While he naps, they go out onto the water in a canoe, where they encounter the Memekwesewak, water sprite-like creatures. Lauren and James spend the afternoon dancing and swimming with the Memekwesewak until they hear the sound of the drum, calling them back to the shore. A beautiful story with mesmerizing illustrations.

Once Upon a Book by Grace Lin and Kate Messner

What better adventure is there than getting lost in a book? On a winter day, in an attempt to shake off cabin fever, Alice ( one cannot help but wonder if she was named after a certain Wonderland lass ) opens a book. Immediately, she and is sucked inside on an adventure. With each turning of the page, the adventure continues until she returns to her family. Readers will love examining the illustrations to see how the pages of Alice's book form the backdrops of her adventure. Simply delightful.

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Jumanji by Chris Van Allsburg

Jumanji will show kids how to have an adventure in their very own living room! Of course, it helps to have a magical board game. Siblings Peter and Judy begin to play an ordinary board game but discover that with each move, the game comes to life, sending stampeding animals and erupting volcanos into their home. They must finish the game in order to set everything aright. 

Doors in the Air by David Weale, illustrated by Pierre Pratt

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Doors are the gateway to adventure, everyone knows that! This boy appreciates the possibilities that lie beyond each door. Big, bold paintings illustrate the imaginative worlds the boy enters, and rhyming text make this a fun read aloud. The idea of worlds beyond doors would also be a great writing or drawing prompt for kids.

Free Fall by David Weisner

Many of Weisner's picture books could be categorized as adventure books so I thought it would be nice to highlight one of his lesser known titles. This book is all about the power of imagination. When a boy falls asleep with a book, he is transported to a fantastic and surreal world. He journeys through this world where objects transform and creatures climb out of books. You will have to set aside your expectations when you "read" this one and really open up to the possibilities of imaginative storytelling.

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The Highway Rat by Julia Donaldson

I cannot help but think of Anne of Green Gables film when I read this book. Does anyone else remember how Anne recites "The Highwayman" at the charity event? Julia Donaldson has adapted Alfred Noyes' famous 1906 poem into a humorous picture book. The Highway Rat steals food from all his neighbors ( even his own horse! ) until a clever duck lures him to a cave to give him his comeuppance. I love reading this aloud! Donaldson brilliantly maintains the cadence and rhythm of Noyes' poem and you can't help but get dramatic.

Fortunately by Remy Charlip

This lovely, wacky, classic children's book from Remy Charlip is a reversal ( and re-reversal ) of fortune adventure. When Ned is invited to a surprise party he sets out on what one would expect to be an innocuous journey. One the way, he meets tigers, survives an explosion, parachutes out of a plane, and generally gets on by the seat of his pants.

All the Way to Havana by Margarita Engle, illustrated by Mike Curato

Road trips make great adventures. A boy and his family drive to Havana in their car, Cara-Cara. Along the way, the boy takes in all the sights and sounds of the drive, especially the sounds made by his beloved car. The illustrations are wonderfully vibrant. I loved the rhythm of this book, which is a great read aloud choice.

Moose, Goose and Mouse by Mordicai Gerstein, illustrated by Mordicai Gerstein and Jeff Mack

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Part friendship story, part real estate hunt, part train trip, a moose, goose and a mouse get on a caboose and the adventure takes off. Lots of fun rhymes paired with runaway humor to make this a madcap read aloud.

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The Day Louis Got Eaten by John Fardell

When her little brother gets eaten by a Gulper, Sarah doesn't panic. She set off in hot pursuit, ingenuously transforming her bicycle to help her travel over mountains, across seas and over stone pillars. Meanwhile, a succession of larger and larger creatures gobble one another up until Louis is in the middle of half a dozen tummies. Sarah, however, clever girl that she is, finds a way to break him free.

We're Going on a Lion Hunt by David Axtell

Axtell takes the classic bear hunt story to the African plains. All the gorgeously playful sounds, like squish, squash and swish, swash encourage kids to get involved in the story and act out their own exciting journey. Lovely, expressive illustrations bring the girls' adventure to life.

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Louise, The Adventures of a Chicken by Kate DiCamillo, illustrated by Harry Bliss

Louise leaves her farm and sails off on a pirate ship. Perhaps this is not the best way to start an adventure since the pirates want to cook her up. Nevertheless, a storm brings a reversal of fortune and the intrepid Louise continues on, trying out life in the circus, consulting a fortune teller and playing rescuer to a group of caged chickens. This is a fairly long book, with chapters, so be prepared, but Louise's adventures are certainly epic.

The Raft by Jim LaMarche

Nicky goes to visit his grandmother who lives by a river in the woods. At first he thinks the summer is going to be boring, but Nicky's grandmother encourages him to get outside. On the river he discovers a raft. He takes it out one afternoon and it becomes his daily activity. While floating every day, he admires the local flora and fauna. He even begins sketching what he sees. What I also love about this book is the development of the relationship between Nicky and his grandparent.

Little Bear's Big House (series) by Benjamin Chaud

I love this series of oversized books about Little Bear's adventures ( translated from French ). It is so much fun to try and find Little Bear in each enormous, detailed two page spread. In this installment Little Bear discovers an empty house, decides to go exploring and has a marvelous adventure!

Bear Came Along by Richard T. Morris

After emerging from his cave, Bear falls into the river and begins a journey downstream. Along the way he picks up various animal companions, including a frog and a turtle, a raccoon and more. During their watery ride, the animals discover they need each other and then–here comes the waterfall! Utterly joyous.

Vroom! by Barbara McClintock

This is a wonderfully joyous read aloud for preschoolers. It is the story of a girl going on a journey in a race car while celebrating the pleasures of speed! One night Annie puts on her helmet ( safety first! ), hops into her car and zooms out the window of her bedroom, headed on an adventure limited only by her imagination. The text is simple and to the point, allowing the reader to travel vicariously with the racer across the landscape. The illustrations are clever and engaging. A gem.

Jemmy Button by Jennifer Uman and Valerio Vidal

This is an unusual book that shows adventure may not be all it's cracked up to be, especially when that adventure is thrust upon you. It's based on the true story of a boy from Tierra del Fuego, who was taken to England in the early 1800s.  One day, travelers to a distant land give a button to the parents of a young boy and in exchange they take the boy with them  on a long voyage to a place filled with buildings, people wearing odd clothing, and theatrical events. Jemmy explores this new world until one day he travels back across the sea to his former home. He finds his home just as it was - just as it should be. This is a wonderful story to start a conversation with your kids about how we define home, and the importance of valuing all different ways of living.

George Flies South by Simon James

Sometimes a moment of hesitation can turn into a big adventure. This title would also be a great addition to my list of books about trying new things . George is a little bird about to attempt his first flight. He's a bit reluctant but a gust of wind lifts his nest right off the branches, sending him sailing across the city. This is such a delightful book and my kids giggled at the twists and turns of George's journey.

Jonathan and the Big Blue Boa t by Philip C. Stead

Jonathan loves watching the big blue boat in the harbor. One day, after his parents take his teddy bear away, telling him he is too old for a stuffed toy, he goes down to the docks and boards the big blue boat in search of his missing cuddly friend. Along the way he takes on some unusual passengers, has a run in with pirates and survives a shipwreck. He does find his friend, but that's only the beginning of a new adventure.

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Reader Interactions

maryanne @ mama smiles says

January 20, 2014 at 7:04 pm

I think I need to find a copy of King Arthur's Very Great Grandson. It sounds cute, and I love the cover!

Jodie @ Growing Book by Book says

January 20, 2014 at 9:37 pm

I love Journey too. Can't wait to see if it gets the Caldecott this month!

Melissa@Julia's Bookbag says

January 21, 2014 at 12:16 am

what fun picks!!!! I have always wanted to read the Chicken-pirate book and I just haven't gotten it done. off to see if my library has it!!!

PragmaticMom says

January 21, 2014 at 9:27 pm

I love this list! It's perfect for kids who loved Where the Wild Things Are and want more books like that! (Like me and my kids). We will be hunting these books down!!

Erica MomandKiddo says

January 22, 2014 at 6:16 am

You know, I didn't even think about Where the Wild Things Are! That is a great addition.

Alex Baugh says

January 22, 2014 at 8:04 am

These look like some wonderful books to spark a child's imagination and wanderlust. I have been trying to get Journey for a while at the library, but lots of people ahead of me on the hold list. I'll just have to buy it, I guess.

January 22, 2014 at 8:08 am

I don't buy many picture books, but I actually bought Journey right when it came out and I'm so glad I did.

Catherine says

January 22, 2014 at 8:48 am

Do you know My Adventure Island by Timothy Knapman? It's a fun story to add to your great list 🙂

Julie Grasso says

January 22, 2014 at 2:50 pm

Oh we have had the Highway Rat out from the library a few months ago and loved it, but Journey looks delicious, we must find it soon. Thanks for the fabulous recommendations on the Kid Lit Blog Hop. We have pinned this for later reference, he he...

January 22, 2014 at 5:14 pm

Just had a lot of fun seeing which of these our library has- luckily, it's most!

January 22, 2014 at 7:31 pm

Renee @ Mother Daughter Book Reviews says

January 28, 2014 at 7:29 pm

I love your lists Erika - you always recommend books I haven't necessarily run across before. Thanks for joining us in the Kid Lit Blog Hop. 🙂

January 29, 2014 at 5:59 am

Thanks, Renee.

October 27, 2015 at 8:53 am

Great list! Was looking for an adventure picture book for a grade 2 read aloud and found your list. As I was looking in the library for Doors in the Air, I stumbled over Zoom Away, by Tim Wynne Jones which I am going to add to my own adventure list. Thanks!

October 28, 2015 at 12:39 pm

Zoom Away is wonderful! I forgot about that one. I used to have a really old copy of that book.

May 12, 2020 at 10:13 am

Hi! I love your information and. recommendations! Do you have links to your game videos? They are so simple, anyone can do them very quickly at home, but do require thinking! I would love to be able to share them with my 2nd graders while they are at home, and want to be sure to give you credit. If you have youtube links or something, I'd love to be able to share the games. Thanks! Diana

May 12, 2020 at 3:19 pm

Hi Diana, I have a youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/whatdowedoallday/ Thanks for your interest!

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We are located on the borders of Lynnwood-Bothell-Brier on 2 acres.

Journey School Lynnwood serves children 12 months - 3rd grade.

We offer toddler care, preschool, a fully-outdoor OSPI-licensed Kin dergarten/1st grade program, summer camp, and a before and after school program. 

What an amazing time in their lives!

Children’s brains develop most rapidly between birth and age five, thus these are the most important years of growth, development and learning. This period builds the foundation for life-long learning and achievement. Our program is based on a wide range of the best-practice, research-based early education approaches designed to ensure school readiness and provide a strong foundation for lifelong learners. We believe learning should be fun and that children learn best through hands-on play and active participation.

At Journey School Lynnwood we offer toddler care, preschool, summer camp, before and after school to select elementary schools in the Edmonds and Northshore School Districts as well as a private, fully-outdoor, OSPI-licensed, Kindergarten and First grade program. We are located on a beautiful 2-acre campus full of fun and adventure, nurturing our kids' desire to explore, learn and grow in!

Tell Us About Your Experience!

As we all continue to manage the effects of COVID we are currently only doing scheduled Virtual Tours. 

We are honored to have been selected for the 2019 Best of Lynnwood Awards in the category of Preschool.

We follow the Edmonds School District Inclement Weather Schedule

​ https://www.edmonds.wednet.edu/

Hours of Operation

Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm Sat and Sun: Closed JSL Offers Year Round Care

• Los Angeles, CA
• [email protected]

The Journey Begins

enriching experiences for children for their first years

the journey for a lifelong learner begins here

The tjb way to learn and grow.

TJB is a play-based program. Play-based is a learning approach that uses play as a central part of the learning process. It’s based on the idea that children learn BEST when they’re actively engaged and exploring in a meaningful and enjoyable way. Play is valued and encouraged. We believe that children learn best when they are motivated by their own curiosity and innate desire to discover, know, and understand. We provide children with a variety of concrete, hands-on opportunities for learning. We stress a cooperative approach and nurture creativity.

Daily Communication:

Communication is KEY to our partnership with your family! We use an app for all parent information, including sign in & out, daily routines and information such as feedings, diaper changes, observations of your child’s mood and behavior, provide pictures & videos and MORE! We feel it is important, and encourage you to ask questions regarding your child’s activity, nutrition, growth and development at any time.

How Enrollment Works:

The Journey Begins follows a traditional school year. Our oldest children age out of our program and go off to preschool who in turn leave preschool for kindergarten. Our largest enrollment period is for the Fall, with a mid-late August start date. We often have a very small secondary enrollment, with a January start date. There are rare occasions, randomly throughout the year, where we have an unexpected space, and we try our best to get those spaces filled immediately.

Philosophy:

Our philosophy/vision incorporates a safe and stimulating environment that enriches the children through these important first years. We incorporate open communication between staff and parents. The Journey Begins (TJB) knows that each child is an individual and needs to be treated as such. Children begin care at all stages of development and we will guide them through these stages and build upon them. Flexibility of the program is important, as the needs of infants are constantly changing and developing. A positive and happy staff, a trusting relationship between caregiver and the child, clean and well-organized environment, room to play, indoors and outside, in a safe and stimulating environment.

Our mission/vision incorporates a safe and stimulating environment that enriches the children through these important first years. We incorporate open communication between staff and parents. Parents are always welcome to visit their child, come for feedings or nursing, or as their schedules allows.*

TJB provides a nurturing environment where children can grow and develop physically, mentally, emotionally and socially. Children learn through their play and age-appropriate activities, S.T.E.A.M., toys, and developmental milestones.

Our goal is to always provide the children in our care a clean, safe, comfortable, and loving environment where they can play and grow.

* Covid protocols may prohibit parents on campus due to Public Health & Safety as well as licensing guidelines.

Celebration Kids is our sister program for preschool age children located in South Pasadena. All of the children that age out of our program are given priority at Celebration Kids based on age and availability. If you would like to take look at their program or get on their waitlist click the link below.

6438 York Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90042 (323) 533-5066

email: [email protected]

The Journey Preschool

4360 S. Pitkin Street, Aurora, CO 80015 | (720) 554-4083 | Website

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Overview of The Journey Preschool

The Journey Preschool is a public school located in Aurora, CO, which is in a large city setting. The student population of The Journey Preschool is 114 and the school serves PK. The school’s minority student enrollment is 68%. The student-teacher ratio is 57:1. The student population is made up of 45% female students and 55% male students. There are 2 equivalent full-time teachers.

At a Glance

Students/teachers at the journey preschool.

These counts and percentages of students and teachers are from data reported by state education agencies to the federal government

School information is provided by the government.

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Minority Enrollment

Hispanic/Latino

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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander is not included in this breakdown due to an enrollment of 0%.

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Percentage of teachers with 3 or more years experience

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Test Scores at The Journey Preschool

At The Journey Preschool, data for student performance in math and reading is unavailable.

Subject Proficiency

School Data

School profile information is based on government data.

Charter School

Magnet School

This information relates to schools run by this school's state operating agency. Many districts contain only one school.

Total Schools (all grades)

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Total Students (all grades)

4360 S. Pitkin Street, Aurora, CO 80015

Nearby Schools

18201 East Quincy Ave, Aurora, CO 80015 (1 mile)

4700 South Memphis Street, Aurora, CO 80015 (1 mile)

17901 East Grand Avenue, Aurora, CO 80015 (1 mile)

17373 East Lehigh Pl, Aurora, CO 80013 (1 mile)

18585 E Smoky Hill Rd, Centennial, CO 80015 (1 mile)

3855 South Alicia Parkway, Aurora, CO 80013 (1 mile)

16501 East Progress Drive, Aurora, CO 80015 (1 mile)

5400 South Waco Street, Centennial, CO 80015 (1 mile)

3333 South Norfork Way, Aurora, CO 80013 (1 mile)

17401 East Dartmouth Ave, Aurora, CO 80013 (2 miles)

19451 East Progress Circle, Centennial, CO 80015 (2 miles)

4050 South Genoa Way, Aurora, CO 80013 (2 miles)

17700 E Iliff Ave, Aurora, CO 80013 (2 miles)

14700 East Temple Place, Aurora, CO 80015 (2 miles)

4655 S Himalaya Street, Centennial, CO 80015 (2 miles)

3050 South Laredo St, Aurora, CO 80013 (2 miles)

5756 South Biscay Circle, Aurora, CO 80015 (2 miles)

19100 East Bates Avenue, Aurora, CO 80013 (2 miles)

18101 East Vassar Pl, Aurora, CO 80013 (2 miles)

3950 South Kirk Way, Aurora, CO 80013 (2 miles)

16001 East Yale Ave, Aurora, CO 80013 (2 miles)

6363 South Waco Street, Aurora, CO 80116 (2 miles)

5500 South Killarney Street, Centennial, CO 80015 (2 miles)

5436 South Riviera Way, Aurora, CO 80015 (3 miles)

19191 East Iliff Pl, Aurora, CO 80013 (3 miles)

Insufficient student data was reported by six states (California, D.C., Delaware, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington). As such, the rankings for these states were held at their previous positions. They are therefore based on assessment data from 2018-2019 and include schools that were active as of 2019-2020. Updated directory information from 2021-2022 was provided for schools when available.

Data is based on the 2020 - 2021 and 2021 - 2022 school years.

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The journey kids preschool.

Opening the Fall of 2024, we will host The JOURNREY KIDS Preschool. Classes are forming for 2 year old’s, 3 year old’s and 4 year old’s. You can get more information by contacting our director, Tassy Wheeler at [email protected] or phone 260-699-1944. To learn more now you can go to the preschool web site .

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