JDM Science
Jardin de Mariposas has a curriculum focused on the natural and physical sciences. We specialize in creating science-driven activities and environments that inspire children to explore, touch, observe, discover, question, build, create, and challenge their understanding of the world.
JDM Music Program
Music is the foundation of language! Each day at Jardín de Mariposas we sing songs with the children to develop vocabulary, language patterns and rhythm in a natural and fun way. Maestra Alice leads our 2 & 3 years old in song and games with her guitar and years of experience as a Canta Conmigo teacher. Maestra Yael leads our 4 & 5 years old in beginning music theory, choral notes and songs with the piano. Children build a repertoire of songs in Spanish and their music knowledge as they grow in the Jardín. We also offer a Spanish music class for babies and toddlers for the community.
JDM Animal Care
We incorporate animals into our everyday learning at JDM School. We currently have two hens, one rabbit, one bearded dragon, and one turtle that students feed and care for each day. Our students visit our vegetable garden to harvest food for our animals and learn how to care for other living creatures. These animals often serve as therapy animals for any child who is experiencing a challenging day and are always a source of joy and entertainment for the children.
JDM Garden Classroom
In 2020 JDM expanded our vegetable garden and created an 1800sq foot garden classroom for our community. The garden now includes an outdoor stage, grape covered house for gathering, story tree, chalkboard wall and over 25 fruit trees and vines. We are committed to an environmental education program for our students in hopes that they will be the future advocates for our planet. Children are caretakers of our garden, planting, weeding, watering and harvesting throughout the year.
